SOS531 Environment and Ecology StudiesIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies non-thesisGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies non-thesis
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: SOS531
Course Name: Environment and Ecology Studies
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Department Elective
Course Level:
Master TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:Second Cycle EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ESRA KÖTEN
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: This course aims to examine the relationship between the human and natural environment from a sociological perspective in depth.
Course Content: The course will focus on the institutional, historical and political economic dimensions of consumption. The conditions under which the consumer society develops, the main actors who create the consumption culture and the questions raised by the consumption will be answered in this course. The course will be built on a significant level of discussion, which will not only be in the form of conferences.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Learns the social construction of the natural environment and the difference between the society-environment relationship over time and according to various societies.
2) Discuss the causes and dimensions of current environmental problems.
3) Comprehend the relationships between exposure to social inequalities and environmental risks.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduce to Environmental Sociology Gould and Lewis, 1. Bölüm Keleş, R.; Hamamcı, C. ve Çoban, A. (2009) Çevre Politikası, 6. Baskı, İmge Kitabevi: Ankara. Bookchin, M. (1996) “Ekolojik Bir Topluma Doğru” çev. Yılmaz, A., Ayrıntı Yayınları: İstanbul
2) Social construction of nature Gould and Lewis, 2. Bölüm Keleş, R.; Hamamcı, C. ve Çoban, A. (2009) Çevre Politikası, 6. Baskı, İmge Kitabevi: Ankara.
3) Environmental sociology theories Gould and Lewis, 3. Bölüm Ishmael 1.ve 2. Bölüm (ss.3-46)
4) Environmental sociology theories Gould and Lewis, 3. Bölüm Ishmael 1.ve 2. Bölüm (ss.3-46)
5) Population, Demography and Environment Gould and Lewis, 9. Bölüm Ishmael 3.ve 4. Bölüm (pp.49-75)
6) Struggles on hunger: Social and environmental dimensions Humphrey v.d. 4. Bölüm
7) Production, industry and environment Gould and Lewis, 5. Ve 16. Bölüm Ishmael 5.ve 6. Bölüm (ss.79-110)
8) Midterm All documents
9) Sustainable development and contradictions Gould and Lewis, 19. Bölüm Keleş, R.; Hamamcı, C. ve Çoban, A. (2009) Çevre Politikası, 6. Baskı, İmge Kitabevi: Ankara. Algan, Nesrin ve Mengi, Ayşegül (2003) “Küreselleşme ve Yerelleşme Çağında Bölgesel Sürdürülebilir Gelişme”, Siyasal Kitabevi: Ankara, , s.3.
10) Environmental inequality and environmental justice Ishmael 7.ve 8. Bölüm (ss.113-148) Belgesel – “Akıntıya Karşı (Against the Current)”
11) Climate Changing Gould and Lewis, 14. Bölüm Ishmael 9.ve 10. Bölüm (ss.151-207)
12) Environmental movements Gould and Lewis, 15. ve 17. Bölüm
13) Indigenous Cultures: Environmental Information, Practices and Rights Gould and Lewis, 18. Bölüm Ishmael 11. Ve 12. Bölüm (pp.211-263)
14) Documentary Screening and Discussion Gould and Lewis, 18. Bölüm Ishmael 11. Ve 12. Bölüm (pp.211-263)

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Keleş, R.; Hamamcı, C. ve Çoban, A. (2009) Çevre Politikası, 6. Baskı, İmge Kitabevi: Ankara.
Algan, Nesrin ve Mengi, Ayşegül (2003) “Küreselleşme ve Yerelleşme Çağında Bölgesel Sürdürülebilir Gelişme”, Siyasal Kitabevi: Ankara, , s.3.
Bookchin, M. (1996) “Ekolojik Bir Topluma Doğru” çev. Yılmaz, A., Ayrıntı Yayınları: İstanbul
References: Tuna, Muammer, (2007): “Çevrecilik, Tarihsel, Teorik, Felsefi Temelleri ve Küreselleşmesi”, Çevre ve Politika Başka Bir Dünya Özlemi, Editör Ayşegül Mengi, İmge Kitabevi, 187-220
Quinn, Daniel. 1995. Ishmael: An Adventure of the Mind and Spirit. New York: Bantam Books.
Gould, Kenneth, A. and Tammy L. Lewis, eds. 2009. Twenty Lessons in Environmental Sociology. New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Humphrey, Craig, R., Tammy L. Lewis, Frederick H. Buttel. 2002.Environment, Energy, And Society: A New Synthesis. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality.
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles.
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest.
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation.
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches.
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations.
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework.
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas.
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices.
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program.
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in production of knowledge and how the knowledge produced is grounded in social reality.
2) Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization, and present and publish the original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles.
3) Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by identifying gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest.
4) Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; and develop policy proposals for implementation.
5) Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies, use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts, and thereby develop, implement and manage projects, with socially responsible approaches.
6) Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology, employ interdisciplinary approaches, and thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations.
7) Learn to conduct sociological research by using both qualitative and quantitative methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework.
8) Acquire skills and competencies for taking initiative in evaluating and changing norms while implementing decisions in social problem areas.
9) Pursue national and international publications and innovations and thereby find solutions to problems using qualitative and quantitative data and publish and disseminate best practices.
10) Know, contribute to, and participate in current sociological debates, and be ready to go ahead with a third cycle program.
11) Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety at work, and be open to change.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Group project

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 40
Final 1 % 60
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 48
Presentations / Seminar 14 48
Homework Assignments 13 42
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 30
Total Workload 169