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2121112 - Savremene tendencije u turskoj kulturi

Course specification
Course title
Acronym 2121112
Study programme
Module
Type of study
Lecturer (for classes)
Lecturer/Associate (for practice)
    Lecturer/Associate (for OTC)
      ESPB 3.0 Status
      Condition It is recommended that the student has passed "Introduction to Contemporary Turkish Culture" or possesses general knowledge about Turkey. Oblik uslovljenosti
      The goal Deepening knowledge about current social, political and cultural phenomena in contemporary Turkey. Analysis of new trends, globalization processes and transformations of Turkish society in the 21st century.
      The outcome The student is able to: 1) critically discuss current events and trends in Turkish culture; 2) understand the complexity of the relationship between state, religion and civil society; 3) analyze the influence of Turkish pop culture (TV series, music) on a global level (soft power).
      Contents
      Contents of lectures Transition of Turkish society and political Islam. The phenomenon of "Neo-Ottomanism". Gender equality and women's movements in Turkey. Urbanization and environmental movements (e.g., Gezi Park). Turkish cinema and TV series as a tool of cultural diplomacy. Contemporary art and music.
      Contents of exercises Watching and analyzing clips from contemporary Turkish films and TV series. Analyzing newspaper articles and social media posts. Debates on given topics (e.g., the role of the veto in fashion, the impact of globalization). Working on a project.
      Number of hours per week during the semester/trimester/year
      Lectures Exercises OTC Study and Research Other classes
      1 1
      Methods of teaching Lectures, interactive worshops, case study
      Knowledge score (maximum points 100)
      Pre obligations Points Final exam Points
      Activites during lectures 10 Test paper 70
      Practical lessons Oral examination
      Projects
      Colloquia
      Seminars 20