SOS533 Art and SocietyIstanbul 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: SOS533
Course Name: Art and Society
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: The aim of this course is; to improve students' comprehension of sociological aspects of art, to understand the connections between contemporary art and sociology of today and to enable them to think of artistic creativity, development, dynamics and major qualities of art throughout the history.
Course Content: The birth of the sociology of art, the subject, examination areas. Historical development of sociology of art and sociological approaches. Knowledge, science and social science concepts, social differentiation, social change, society and art. The importance of sociology of art. Social structure and art, social change and art, art and ideology.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Will be able to recognize and define the philosophical origins of the relationship between art and society.
2) Will be able to recognize, define and use the general theories and determinant paradigms of the sociology of art.
3) Will be able to comprehend the causal, functional and theoretical aspects of the art from the social point of view.
4) Will be able to analyze and analyze art within the context of other socialities as a social phenomenon.
5) Will be able to analyze and analyze the structure of art institutions, the impact of technological developments and economic factors.
6) Art will be able to subject the works to a sociological critical reading. Recognize and define the relation of art with sociological changes
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) Introduction to the course and the main thinkers in the sociology of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
2) Frankfurt School and sociology of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
3) The study of Walter Benjamin's art and technology. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
4) Adorno's approach to art and society. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
5) The effect of Herbert Marcuse on the sociology of art and 1968. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
6) Pierre Bourdieu and the sociology of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
7) Addressing the approach of situationalism to the social role of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
8) Political functions of art and Guy Debord. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
9) Midterm Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
10) Explanation of the relationship between poststructuralism and art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
11) Gilles Deleuze and the social comprehension of the concept of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
12) Michel Foucault and the social understanding of the concept of art. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
13) Feminism, post-feminism and gender. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
14) The hegemonic role of artistic production and cultural supervision. Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Pierre Bourdieu, Sanatın Kuralları, Yazınsal Alanın Oluşumu ve Yapısı, Yapı Kredi yayınları, 2006.
Ömer Naci Soykan, Sanat Sosyolojisi: Kuram ve Uygulama, Dönence Yayınları, 2009.
Donald Kuspit, Sanatın Sonu, Metis yayınları, 2004.
Leo Bersani – Ulysse Dutoit, Fakir Sanat, Dost Kitabevi Yayınları, 2006.
Larry Shiner, Sanatın İcadı, Ayrıntı 2006.
References: Norbert Elias, Mozart: Bir Dahinin Sosyolojisi, Kabalcı, 2000.
John Berger, Görme Biçimleri, Metis, 2010.
Jonathan Crary, Gözlemcinin Teknikleri Ondokuzuncu Yüzyılda Görme ve Modernite Üzerine, Metis, 2010.
Claude Gintz, Başka Yerde & Başka Biçimde, Dost, 2010.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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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

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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

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

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

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 42
Study Hours Out of Class 13 39
Homework Assignments 1 20
Midterms 1 30
Final 2 36
Total Workload 167