SOCIOLOGY

Course Description

This introductory course in Sociology begins with an overview of the nature of the discipline, followed by a survey of various aspects of the structures and dynamics of social life. The history of sociology, the views of its founders and the major modern sociological perspectives are examined afterwards. Research methods and theories in sociology are explored to illustrate how thinking sociologically adds to our knowledge of the world around us. In this course, basic topics of sociology such as culture, socialization, media, family, education, social stratification, urbanization, social change are analyzed through different sociological perspectives. The course is accommodated to groups of students with different backgrounds and professional education. Class discussions on covered topics are encouraged and are valuable parts of this course.

SOCIOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Learn the meaning of "sociology"
2. 02 Be able to analyse a culture
3. 03 Understand the problem of ethnocentrism
4. 04 Be able to make the difference between crime and deviance
5. 05 Be able to define a "family" in a sociological perspective
6. 06 Learning the importance of objectivity in research
7. 07 Gain an overview of major sociological perspective
8. 08 Be able to understand the difference between common sense and scientific data
9. 09 Be able to think about the importance of socialization
10. 10 be able to connect various social sciences between them

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Sociology; Richard Shaefer; 2014
2. 02 https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wm-introductiontosociology/

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Learn the meaning of "sociology"
2. L02 Be able to analyse a culture
3. L03 Understand the problem of ethnocentrism
4. L04 Be able to make the difference between crime and deviance
5. L05 Be able to define a "family" in a sociological perspective
6. L06 Learning the importance of objectivity in research
7. L07 Gain an overview of major sociological perspective
8. L08 Be able to understand the difference between common sense and scientific data
9. L09 Be able to think about the importance of socialization
10. L10 be able to connect various social sciences between them
11. L11 Can explain fundamental social institutions and their basic properties. SOLO 3
12. L12 Explain the three paradigms (perspectives) in sociology. SOLO 3
13. L13 Can employ sociological imagination in analyzing imaginary or real world cases. SOLO 4
14. L14 Can define how mass media, urbanization, education etc. are approached by the 3 paradigms. SOLO 3
15. L15 Can define the basic concepts of sociology. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyses, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritising, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities , supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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