COMPERATIVE LITERATURE

Course Description

Focusing on the common themes in literary traditions that established East and Western countries' literature and compare these traditions by period and literary styles. To gain the ability to make comparisons across literatures. Show students the exchange in culture and literature across countries. Compare interactions and changes in Eastern and Western countries' literature. To determine nation and country images via texts. To see how nation and country images are shaped between the cultures and find common values among world cultures. Presenting the historical, sociological, and cultural contexts to gain depth for literary texts. In addition to literature knowledge, to provide literature pleasure and culture in a global context. To teach methods to examine, critique literature, and present comparative literature examples from the West and us.

COMPERATIVE LITERATURE

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Aytaç, G. (2009). Karşılaştırmalı edebiyat bilimi, İstanbul: Say Yay.
2. 02 Rousseau, A.M. ve Pichois, Cl. (1994). Karşılaştırmalı edebiyat. İstanbul: MEB.
3. 03 Enginün, İ. (2011). Mukayeseli edebiyat. İstanbul: Dergah
4. 04 Kefeli, E. (2000). Karşılaştırmalı Edebiyat İncelemeleri, İstanbul: Kitabevi Yay.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Associates common themes in literary traditions that make up the literatures of Eastern and Western countries. SOLO 4
2. L02 Can make inter-literary comparisons. SOLO 4
3. L03 Formulate the interactions and changes of the works of literature of Eastern and Western countries. SOLO 3
4. L04 It clarifies the socio-cultural and political issues that shape the literatures of Eastern and Western countries. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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