School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
Course Code SOC 101
Course Title in English Introduction to Sociology
Course Title in Turkish Sosyolojiye Giriş
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: 0 Lab: 0 Other: 2
Estimated Student Workload 123 hours per semester
Number of Credits 5 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn the skills to be able to analyze current social events.
Course Description This course aims at introducing the discipline of sociology to the undergraduate students and familiarise them with main sociological issues such as stratification, social integration and conflict, gender, religion, politics, deviance, urbanization, global inequalities, social movements and current challenges that we face in modern world. Students are expected to read the material in advance, be prepared to actively participate in class discussions and apply the knowledge to analysing real life social issues.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Understand the basic concepts in sociology
2) Understand the the major sociological theories
3) Analyse current issues with the insight gained from social theories
4) Cultivate a critical attitude towards the social world
5) Expand sociological imagination
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5
1) Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics.
2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics.
3) Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory.
4) Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability.
5) Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems.
6) Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies.
7) Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data.
8) Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings.
9) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information.
10) Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility.
11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Has a broad understanding of economics with a deep exposure to other social sciences and mathematics. N HW
2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in understanding the interactions of different areas of economics. N
3) Displays a sound comprehension of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory. N
4) Applies economic concepts to solve complex problems and enhance decision-making capability. N
5) Uses quantitative techniques to analyze different economic systems. N
6) Applies theoretical knowledge to analyze issues regarding Turkish and global economies. N
7) Demonstrates proficiency in statistical tools and mainstream software programs to process and evaluate economic data. N
8) Behaves according to scientific and ethical values at all stages of economic analysis: data collection, interpretation and dissemination of findings. N
9) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to exchange scientific information. H HW,Presentation
10) Exhibits individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility. H HW,Presentation
11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy S Presentation
Prepared by and Date BAŞAK KEKİ , January 2024
Course Coordinator CANSU GÜLEÇ
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. BAŞAK KEKİ

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction to the course
2) Theories about society
3) Socialization
4) Social interaction in everyday life
5) Sexuality and society
6) Gender
7) Crime and deviance
8) Social stratification
9) Global stratification
10) Religion
11) Politics and government
12) Population, urbanization and environment
13) Collective behavior and social movements
14) Social change: traditional, modern and postmodern societies
15) Final Exam
16) Final Exam
Required/Recommended ReadingsJohn J. Macionis – Sociology (16th edition, Pearson, 2018) Anthony Giddens and Philip W. Sutton – Sociology: Introductory Readings (3rd edition, Polity, 2013)
Teaching MethodsLectures, class discussions, MyLab and Perusall
Homework and ProjectsMyLab weekly online tests, Perusall questions, presentation
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesNone
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 14 % 0
Quiz(zes) 13 % 50
Presentation 3 % 50
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration kekib@mef.edu.tr
0212 395 36 00
Attendance and active participation are required. There would be no late presentations and late assignments medical report provided. MEF university values academic integrity. Therefore all students must understand the meaning and consequences of cheating, plagiarism and other academic offences under the code of student conduct and disciplinary procedures. Any improper behavior, academic dishonesty or plagiarism is subject to the YÖK Disciplinary Regulation. Within the framework of MEF University's Artificial Intelligence Policy, it is aimed to integrate artificial intelligence into educational processes and promote its ethical use. The full text of the policy document can be accessed here: https://www.mef.edu.tr/tr/duyurular/mef-universitesi-yapay-zeka-politikasi-v2-yayimlandi

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 1 3 56
Presentations / Seminar 3 1 4 15
Quiz(zes) 13 3 1 52
Total Workload 123
Total Workload/25 4.9
ECTS 5