SOS537 Academic Writing in Social SciencesIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesisGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Master of Arts in Social and Cultural Studies with thesis
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code: SOS537
Course Name: Academic Writing in Social Sciences
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 teach the development of academic reading and writing skills, critical analysis, accurate summarization, explanation and quoting methods. The main material of the course is scientific research articles.
Course Content: Academic skills of academic writing will be completed and improved. Basic rules of written and oral expression are given such as determination stages of article, quotation technique, content items, editing elements, stylistic elements, language elements and oral presentations. In addition, students can gain academic writing skills by adhering to a specific reference system.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Gain the necessary vocabulary for reading comprehension.
2) Acquires the necessary strategies to understand reading
3) Be conscious about strategic reader and strategy learning.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Learn academic writing techniques.
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) General introduction General introduction
2) Academic reading techniques: Understanding and summarizing Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
3) Academic reading techniques: Re-expression Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
4) Academic writing techniques: Subject / Reader / Aim / Language Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
5) Paragraph writing: Parent poor, supporting ideas, unity and consistency. Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
6) Paragraph writing techniques: Organization Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
7) Creating Idea: The main idea, strategies in the introduction paragraph Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
8) Transitions between paragraphs in academic text Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
9) Critical point of view in academic reading Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
10) Critical point of view in academic writing Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
11) Principles of reference and reference Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
12) Abstract, introduction and conclusion in academic article writing Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
13) Methods, findings and evaluation in academic article writing Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları
14) Language, form and totality in academic article writing Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal Bilimcilerin Yazma Çilesi, Heretik Yayınları.
References: Becker, Howard S., 2013, Sosyal bilimcilerin yazma çilesi, Heretik yayınları

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

Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Project preparation

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
Midterms 1 70
Final 1 70
Total Workload 182