| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Associate Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
- |
| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Understands the history of the concept of science diplomacy through case studies
- Learn about the national, regional, and international stakeholders of Science Diplomacy
- Understands the thematic areas of Science Diplomacy, such as the environment, climate change, health, and food security, through case studies.
- Gain knowledge about the science diplomacy activities of developed and developing countries around the world.
- Explains the duties of science diplomats
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
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| Course Description | This course examines the role of science in international relations and foreign policy processes by addressing the concepts of science, diplomacy, and science diplomacy within a theoretical and historical framework. The course evaluates approaches such as diplomacy for science, science for diplomacy, and the use of science in diplomacy, as well as the key stakeholders in science diplomacy, national and international actors, and areas of collaboration. In addition, the practical applications of science diplomacy are analyzed through case studies selected from various countries and international organizations, and students are supported in developing their ability to interpret current developments and design projects in the field of science diplomacy. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Science, Diplomacy, and Theories of Science Diplomacy |
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2nd Week |
History of Science Diplomacy |
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3rd Week |
Diplomatic activities conducted for science |
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4th Week |
Scientific activities conducted for diplomacy |
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5th Week |
The place and importance of science in diplomacy |
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6th Week |
Stakeholders in Science Diplomacy |
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7th Week |
Joint research topics in science degrees |
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8th Week |
MIDTERM EXAM |
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9th Week |
Joint research topics in science degrees |
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10th Week |
National and international actors in science diplomac |
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11th Week |
Science diplomacy case studies |
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12th Week |
Science diplomacy case studies |
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13th Week |
Science diplomacy case studies |
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14th Week |
Project Presentations |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | 1)Bilim Diplomasisi, H. Bülent Olcay, Seçkin Yayınevi |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Case Study
- Lecture
- Discussion
- Questions/Answers
- Problem Solving
- Practice
- Project
- Other
- Presentation
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
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Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
30 |
| Project |
1 |
20 |
| Total(%) |
|
50 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
|
50 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
50 |
| Total(%) |
|
100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
|
|
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| Individual or group work |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
25 |
25 |
| Course hours |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
25 |
25 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
|
|
|
| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
|
|
|
| Project |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Total Work Load | 151 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 5.03 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 5 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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