Information Package / Course Catalogue
| Psychology | |||||
| Bachelor | Length of the Programme: 4 | Number of Credits: 240 | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF: Level 6 |
Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri
| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences | |||||
| Course Code | IR 424 | |||||
| Course Title in English | Advanced International Relations Theory | |||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Ileri Uluslararasi Iliskiler Teorisi | |||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | |||||
| Type of Course | Flipped Classroom | |||||
| Level of Course | Advanced | |||||
| Semester | Spring | |||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 128 hours per semester | |||||
| Number of Credits | 5 ECTS | |||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | |||||
| Pre-requisites | None | |||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | Basic knowledge of IR theory | |||||
| Co-requisites | None | |||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only undergraduate students | |||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To gain an advanced knowledge of the principal theoretical approaches to International Relations. | |||||
| Course Description | This course is an advanced theory course and requires basic knowledge of International Relations (IR) theories. It provides a critical exploration of the key debates and approaches in contemporary IR theory. It offers a thorough and comparative analysis of the major paradigms in IR theory, namely, classical realism, neorealism and its variants, neoliberal institutionalism, regime theory, approaches theorizing domestic-international linkages, democratic peace theory and constructivist perspectives. The course aims to provide the students with an advanced and in-depth knowledge of IR theories, thus preparing them for graduate study in IR. | |||||
| Course Description in Turkish |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) Identify the major theoretical debates in the field of international relations. 2) Apply theories and concepts to contemporary political developments/events in IR. 3) Compare and contrast IR theories based on their explanations of IR and states. 4) Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the original scholarly literature offered by IR theorists. 5) Demonstrate the ability to think theoretically. 6) Demonstrate the capacity to critically evaluate theories. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. | ||||||
| 2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | ||||||
| 3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | ||||||
| 4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | ||||||
| 5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. | ||||||
| 6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. | ||||||
| 7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. | ||||||
| 8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). | ||||||
| 9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. | ||||||
| 10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. | ||||||
| 11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | ||||||
| 12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | ||||||
| 13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. |
Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences
| N None | S Supportive | H Highly Related |
| Program Outcomes and Competences | Level | Assessed by | |
| 1) | Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. | N | |
| 2) | Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | N | |
| 3) | Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | H | Exam,HW,Participation |
| 4) | Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | N | |
| 5) | Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. | N | |
| 6) | Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. | N | |
| 7) | Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. | N | |
| 8) | Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). | N | |
| 9) | Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. | S | Participation |
| 10) | Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. | S | HW,Participation |
| 11) | Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | N | |
| 12) | Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | S | Exam,HW |
| 13) | Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. | H | Exam,HW |
| Prepared by and Date | BEKEN SAATÇİOĞLU , January 2024 |
| Course Coordinator | BEKEN SAATÇİOĞLU |
| Semester | Spring |
| Name of Instructor | Prof. Dr. BEKEN SAATÇİOĞLU |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction and course overview |
| 2) | Thinking about IR Theory |
| 3) | Classical Realism |
| 4) | Structural and Defensive Realisms |
| 5) | Offensive Realism |
| 6) | Realism and Its Critics |
| 7) | Neoliberal Institutionalism and Cooperation under Anarchy |
| 8) | Neoliberal Institutionalism and Its Critics John Mearsheimer (1994/1995) “The False Promise of International Institutions”, International Security, 19 (3): 5–49. Robert Keohane & Lisa Martin (1995) “The Promise of Institutionalist Theory”, International Security, 20(1): 39-51. *******Midterm Exam in the Second Half of Class********** |
| 9) | Regime Theory |
| 10) | Domestic Politics and International Outcomes: Two-level games |
| 11) | Second-Image Reversed: International Influences on Domestic Politics |
| 12) | The Democratic Peace Theory |
| 13) | Constructivist and Sociological Approaches |
| 14) | Norms and Compliance in International Relations |
| 15) | Final Examination Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | Stephen M. Walt (1998) “One World, Many Theories”, Foreign Policy, 110: 29-46. E.H. Carr (1964) The Twenty Years Crisis, (New York: Harper and Row), pp. 22-88. Hans Morgenthau (1993) “Six Principles of Realism”, Politics Among Nations: The Struggle for Power and Peace, pp. 4-15. Kenneth Waltz (1979) Theory of International Politics (Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press): Chapter 1 “Laws and Theories” (pp. 1-18) Chapter 3 “Systemic Approaches and Theories” (pp. 38-59) Chapter 4 “Reductionist and Systemic Theories” (pp. 60-78) Chapter 5 “Political Structures” (pp. 79-101) John J. Mearsheimer (2001) The Tragedy of Great Power Politics (New York: Norton): Chapter 1 “Introduction” Chapter 2 “Anarchy and the Struggle for Power” Chapter 10 “Great Power Politics in the Twenty-First Century” Jeffrey Legro and Andrew Moravcsik (1999) “Is Anybody Still a Realist?”, International Security, 24 (2): 5–55. Evan Montgomery (2006) “Breaking Out of the Security Dilemma: Realism, Reassurance, and the Problem of Uncertainty”, International Security, 31(2): 151-185. Robert Keohane (1984) After Hegemony: Cooperation and Discord in World Political Economy (Princeton: Princeton University Press): Part 1 “Questions and Concepts” (p. 5-31) “Cooperation and International Regimes” (p. 49-65) “A Functional Theory of International Regimes” (p. 85-110) John Mearsheimer (1994/1995) “The False Promise of International Institutions”, International Security, 19 (3): 5–49. Robert Keohane & Lisa Martin (1995) “The Promise of Institutionalist Theory”, International Security, 20(1): 39-51. Robert O. Keohane (1982) “The Demand for International Regimes”, International Organization, 36(2): 325–355. Stephen Krasner (1982) “Regimes and limits of realism: regimes as autonomous variables”, International Organization, 36 (2): 497-510. Domestic Politics and International Outcomes: Two-level games Robert D. Putnam (1988) “Diplomacy and Domestic Politics: The Logic of Two–Level Games”, International Organization, 42 (3): 427–460. Peter Gourevitch (1986) Politics in Hard Times: Comparative Responses to International Economic Crises (Ithaca: Cornell University Press), Chapter 1 “The Politics of Economic Policy”, Chapter 2 “Explaining Policy Choices”. Robert Keohane & Helen Milner (eds.) (1996) Internationalization and Domestic Politics (New York: Cambridge University Press), Chapter 1 “Internationalization and Domestic Politics: An Introduction” (pp. 3-24). Michael Doyle (1986) “Liberalism and World Politics”, American Political Science Review, 80 (4): 1151–1169. John M. Owen IV (1997) Liberal Peace, Liberal War, (Ithaca: Cornell University Press), Part 1 “Why Liberal Peace and Liberal War” (pp. 3-22). Alexander Wendt (1992) “Anarchy is What States Make of It: The Social Construction of Power Politics”, International Organization, 46 (2): 391-425. Martha Finnemore (2004) “International Organizations as Teachers of Norms”, International Organization, 47(4): 565-598. Frank Schimmelfennig (2001) “The Community Trap: Liberal Norms, Rhetorical Action, and the Eastern Enlargement of the European Union”, International Organization, 55(1): 47–80. Jeffrey Checkel (2001) “Why Comply? Social Learning and European Identity Change”, International Organization, 55(3): 553-588. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lectures, class discussion, group work, course videos | ||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||
| Other Activities | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
beken.saatcioglu@mef.edu.tr 02123953678 • Students are not graded based on class attendance alone but they are expected to attend regularly and are graded based on class participation. • Missed quizzes cannot be made up. • All students must take the midterm and final exams on the scheduled dates. If they miss an exam due to illness, they must provide valid documentation in the form of an official doctor’s report. • Students are expected to show full respect vis-à-vis the professor and fellow students. Students who act inappropriately in the classroom on a consistent basis will be asked to leave. • Cheating and plagiarism will result in an automatic F in the class. Students caught cheating and plagiarizing will be reported to the Dean and risk facing further disciplinary action. Any improper behavior, academic dishonesty or plagiarism is subject to the YÖK Disciplinary Regulation. -- |
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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 | 2 | 2 | 56 | |||
| Quiz(zes) | 4 | 6 | 0.5 | 26 | |||
| Midterm(s) | 1 | 16 | 2 | 18 | |||
| Final Examination | 1 | 28 | 2 | 30 | |||
| Total Workload | 130 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 5.2 | ||||||
| ECTS | 5 | ||||||