SOS535 Comparative Studies on Religion 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: SOS535
Course Name: Comparative Studies on Religion 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:
To explain the basic theories and concepts of the sociology of religion.
Course Content: A religiously identifiable perspective emerges from the past to the present in all human communities. In today's world, the role and influence of religion in everyday life practice, social relations, and political processes are observable. During this course we will examine sociology of religion, the nature of religious beliefs, issues in sociology of religion and the importance of religion in the relations of society,

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defines and evaluates the basic concepts of sociology of religion.
2) Define the concepts of secularization and secularization.
3) Discuss the relationship between religion and modernity.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Understand and discuss the differentiation and re-formation of religious identities and belief styles in contemporary societies.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) • Introduce to course . Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
2) To explain how religion emerged as a ritual Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
3) Identify and analyze the similarities, differences, intersections, transitions or congruences between religion and magic To discuss the evolution of religion Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
4) • To analyze the relation of religion with ideology • Discuss how religion can be dealt with as a form of ideology Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
5) “Is it ensured that women are supervised by religion or whether women are going to open up to the public sphere?“ Analyzing the problem of covering, discussing religion against homosexuality Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
6) To reveal the relationship between science and religion Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
7) Midterm Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
8) Discussing " Is Alevi an example of religious syncretism? “ Explain the Christian-Muslim fusion in Anatolia Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
9) Apocalyptic and ’other world‘ discourse,Explain the belief in salvation... Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
10) • To discuss the points of life of legends • Explain legends as the mirror of both past and present • Describe the relationship between nation-state and religion • Is religion a barrier to national consciousness? To discuss nationalism as the religion of modern times? Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
11) • Explain "Is parapsychology a science or a religion? "• • Psychics, fortune tellers, priests. Evocation. Interpretation of Dreams. Hypnotism. To define concepts like Third Eye / Fourth Dimension / Sixth Sense • Defining the faith industry Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
12) • Environmental problems, global warming, etc. discuss the suggestions of the (religions) against Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
13) • To explain the people's beliefs and superstitions • To discuss the beliefs of the tomb-mausoleum visits, mourning ceremonies, vowels, evil eye, lead cast, etc. Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
14) • The state of religion, the… state religion) and the secular state , Secularism explain concepts Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004. Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004.
Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.
References: Tayfun Atay. Din Hayattan Çıkar-Antropolojik Denemeler. İletişim Yayınları. İstanbul: 2004.
Brian Morris. Din Üzerine Antropolojik İncelemeler (Çev. T. Atay). İmge Yayınevi. Ankara: 2004.

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
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
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)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 16 48
Study Hours Out of Class 15 75
Presentations / Seminar 7 14
Midterms 1 20
Final 2 33
Total Workload 190