Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDIA and ETHICS | MGS3214886 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course explores the intersection of media studies with ethical theory, drawing on both the analytic and continental traditions. Students will engage with key philosophical texts to examine the ethical dimensions of media production, distribution, and consumption. They will critically analyze contemporary media issues through diverse ethical lenses, evaluating the implications for society and culture. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is Ethics,Utilitarianism and Consequentialism,Kant and Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Conveying the Truth and Facts,Freedom of Expression,Midterm exam,Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,Internet,Internet and Subcultures,What to do?,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Examines ethical thinking in the history of philosophy and adapts them to current problems in media. | 10, 3, 4, 9 | E, L |
| Examines and conducts research on moral thought through multiple aspects. May analyze ethical dilemmas. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| Students will develop the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising, and entertainment. | 10, 13, 14, 9 | C |
| Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption. | 10, 12, 13, 9 | C, G |
| Comprehensively researches legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and works accordingly. | 10, 13, 9 | C, G |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, G: Quiz, L: Group Assessment Technique |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is Ethics | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 1. Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 1. |
| 2 | Utilitarianism and Consequentialism | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 2. |
| 3 | Kant and Morality | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 5. |
| 4 | Virtue Ethics | Aristotle, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. Book 2. |
| 5 | Meta-ethics | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 3. |
| 6 | Conveying the Truth and Facts | Kuçuradi, İ. (2019). Ethics. Chapter 4. |
| 7 | Freedom of Expression | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 9. |
| 8 | Midterm exam | Review of all topics. |
| 9 | Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 5. |
| 10 | Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption | Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 3. |
| 11 | Internet | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 6. |
| 12 | Internet and Subcultures | Kuçuradi, İ. (2019). Ethics. Chapter 5. |
| 14 | What to do? | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 10. |
| 15 | Final Exam | Review all topics |
| Resources |
| Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor. Blackburn, Simon. (2018). Etik. Dost Kitabevi. 978-9752985940. Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2018). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 978-9757748137. Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2019). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 9757748641. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Knows the basic concepts of Media and Visual Arts disciplines. | X | |||||
| 2 | Knows the basic theories of media and visual arts disciplines. | ||||||
| 3 | Knows the necessary computer programs and multi-media techniques in Media and Visual Arts. | ||||||
| 4 | Knows the aesthetic rules necessary in Media and Visual Arts. | X | |||||
| 5 | Acts in a way that adheres to national and international ethical codes in professional and scientific studies. | X | |||||
| 6 | Understands the symbol systems of cultures. | X | |||||
| 7 | Analyzes the facts related to Media and Visual Arts in their dimensions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Plans the visual design process in line with the needs of institutions/individuals. | ||||||
| 9 | Carries out the visual communication process in line with the needs of institutions/individuals. | ||||||
| 10 | Uses the tools, methods and techniques required for Media and Visual Arts practices. | ||||||
| 11 | Has the ability to produce, process and evaluate real, 2D and 3D images. | ||||||
| 12 | Applies visual design techniques in new media environments. | ||||||
| 13 | Has aesthetic awareness and understanding of design. | X | |||||
| 14 | Performs their profession by taking into consideration the "Occupational Health and Safety" rules. | X | |||||
| 15 | Solve problems that arise by taking responsibility in projects related to Media and Visual Arts. | X | |||||
| 16 | Can transform theoretical and factual problems of Media and Visual Arts disciplines and sub-disciplines into publications using scientific methods. | X | |||||
| 17 | Regularly follows the developments in the field of Media and Visual Arts and uses them effectively in her work. | X | |||||
| 18 | Uses Turkish fluently and accurately in scientific and professional studies. | X | |||||
| 19 | Can read and understand at least one foreign language at B1 level. | X | |||||
| 20 | Plans and takes part in social responsibility projects. | X | |||||
| 21 | Incorporates artificial intelligence (artificial learning/machine learning) into the creation process. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 5 | 15 | 75 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 4 | 2 | 8 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 2 | 4 | 8 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 3 | 3 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 138 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(138/30) | 5 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDIA and ETHICS | MGS3214886 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 5 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Doğa ÇÖL |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course explores the intersection of media studies with ethical theory, drawing on both the analytic and continental traditions. Students will engage with key philosophical texts to examine the ethical dimensions of media production, distribution, and consumption. They will critically analyze contemporary media issues through diverse ethical lenses, evaluating the implications for society and culture. |
| Course Content | This course contains; What is Ethics,Utilitarianism and Consequentialism,Kant and Morality,Virtue Ethics,Meta-ethics,Conveying the Truth and Facts,Freedom of Expression,Midterm exam,Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge,Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption,Internet,Internet and Subcultures,What to do?,Final Exam. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Examines ethical thinking in the history of philosophy and adapts them to current problems in media. | 10, 3, 4, 9 | E, L |
| Examines and conducts research on moral thought through multiple aspects. May analyze ethical dilemmas. | 10, 9 | A, E |
| Students will develop the ability to evaluate the ethical dimensions of media content, including news, advertising, and entertainment. | 10, 13, 14, 9 | C |
| Understands and promotes high ethical standards in media production and consumption. | 10, 12, 13, 9 | C, G |
| Comprehensively researches legal and regulatory frameworks related to media ethics and works accordingly. | 10, 13, 9 | C, G |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam, E: Homework, G: Quiz, L: Group Assessment Technique |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | What is Ethics | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 1. Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 1. |
| 2 | Utilitarianism and Consequentialism | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 2. |
| 3 | Kant and Morality | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 5. |
| 4 | Virtue Ethics | Aristotle, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. Book 2. |
| 5 | Meta-ethics | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 3. |
| 6 | Conveying the Truth and Facts | Kuçuradi, İ. (2019). Ethics. Chapter 4. |
| 7 | Freedom of Expression | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 9. |
| 8 | Midterm exam | Review of all topics. |
| 9 | Privacy, Surveillance and Knowledge | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 5. |
| 10 | Media Ownership and Ethical Consumption | Kuçuradi, İ. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 3. |
| 11 | Internet | Blackburn, S. (2018). Ethics. Chapter 6. |
| 12 | Internet and Subcultures | Kuçuradi, İ. (2019). Ethics. Chapter 5. |
| 14 | What to do? | Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Chapter 10. |
| 15 | Final Exam | Review all topics |
| Resources |
| Sandel, M. J. (2015). Justice: What’s the right thing to do? Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Aristotle, M., & Ostwald, M. (1911). Nicomachean Ethics. New York, NY: Hackett Publishing Company. Edited by C. C. W. Taylor. Blackburn, Simon. (2018). Etik. Dost Kitabevi. 978-9752985940. Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2018). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 978-9757748137. Kuçuradi, İoanna. (2019). Etik. TFK Yayınları. 9757748641. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Knows the basic concepts of Media and Visual Arts disciplines. | X | |||||
| 2 | Knows the basic theories of media and visual arts disciplines. | ||||||
| 3 | Knows the necessary computer programs and multi-media techniques in Media and Visual Arts. | ||||||
| 4 | Knows the aesthetic rules necessary in Media and Visual Arts. | X | |||||
| 5 | Acts in a way that adheres to national and international ethical codes in professional and scientific studies. | X | |||||
| 6 | Understands the symbol systems of cultures. | X | |||||
| 7 | Analyzes the facts related to Media and Visual Arts in their dimensions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Plans the visual design process in line with the needs of institutions/individuals. | ||||||
| 9 | Carries out the visual communication process in line with the needs of institutions/individuals. | ||||||
| 10 | Uses the tools, methods and techniques required for Media and Visual Arts practices. | ||||||
| 11 | Has the ability to produce, process and evaluate real, 2D and 3D images. | ||||||
| 12 | Applies visual design techniques in new media environments. | ||||||
| 13 | Has aesthetic awareness and understanding of design. | X | |||||
| 14 | Performs their profession by taking into consideration the "Occupational Health and Safety" rules. | X | |||||
| 15 | Solve problems that arise by taking responsibility in projects related to Media and Visual Arts. | X | |||||
| 16 | Can transform theoretical and factual problems of Media and Visual Arts disciplines and sub-disciplines into publications using scientific methods. | X | |||||
| 17 | Regularly follows the developments in the field of Media and Visual Arts and uses them effectively in her work. | X | |||||
| 18 | Uses Turkish fluently and accurately in scientific and professional studies. | X | |||||
| 19 | Can read and understand at least one foreign language at B1 level. | X | |||||
| 20 | Plans and takes part in social responsibility projects. | X | |||||
| 21 | Incorporates artificial intelligence (artificial learning/machine learning) into the creation process. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |