Learn the basics concepts in the field of Sociology of Knowledge
Gain knowledge about the main currents of thought in the sociology of science.
Evaluate the definitions of science and knowledge as well as their functions in the social relations.
Comprehend the relationship among the basic institutions such as knowledge, science, power and identity.
Gain a critical perspective about these fields and analyze the current debates.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
No
Course Description
The aim of this course is to explain how sociological factors are effective in the production of knowledge and scientific knowledge. It will be discussed how effective the concepts of knowledge and science are in shaping social relations in today's world by bringing together current new currents of thought along with the discussions in the historical process.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
What is epistemology?
2nd Week
Knowledge and science in historical context
3rd Week
The emergence of sociology of science
4th Week
Institutionalization of science
5th Week
Paradigm
6th Week
Context and knowledge
7th Week
Habitus and knowledge
8th Week
Midterm examination
9th Week
Modernism postmodernism and science
10th Week
Climate change and sociology
11th Week
Technology and society
12th Week
Culture ındustry
13th Week
Posthumanism
14th Week
Knowledge production in the age of AI
15th Week
Public Holiday
16th Week
Overview
Recommended or Required Reading
Kuhn, Thomas. 2008. Bilimsel Devrimlerin Yapısı. İstanbul: Kırmızı Yayınları.
Burke, Peter.2001. Bilginin Toplumsal Tarihi. İstanbul: Tarih Vakfı Yayınları.
Ronan, Colin.2003. Bilim Tarihi. Ankara: Tübitak Yayınları.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lecture
Discussion
Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity
Percentage (%)
Mid-term
1
30
Assignment
10
30
Total(%)
60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
