| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 8 | ECON414 | CURRENT TOPICS IN MACROECONOMICS | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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ECONOMICS
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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Introducing the most recent discussions in the field of macroeconomics.
Reviewing selected recent research in the area of macroeconomics.
Analyzing theories and empirical studies that are currently being used by researchers in the field.
Showing examples of how macroeconomic theories and models are applied by researchers.
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Course Content
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New research areas that have been developed in the last 5-10 years in the field of macroeconomics are examined through original research papers and presentations. Aims include introducing current research in the field of macroeconomics, forming bridges between the curriculum course contents and current research if possible, forming an understanding of the similarities and differences between classical and new research examples, and deepening economic understandings of students through discussions and examinations of new research.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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None
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Name of Lecturers
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None
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
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In-Term Studies
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Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı
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1
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40
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Final examination
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1
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60
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Total
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2
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100
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ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
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Activities
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Total Work Load
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Araştırma
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12
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3
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36
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İnceleme
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12
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3
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36
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Kişisel Çalışma
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12
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3
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36
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Yüz Yüze Ders
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14
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3
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42
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Total Work Load
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Number of ECTS Credits 5
150
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Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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1
| Explain the methods and practices used in macroeconomics |
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2
| Discuss empirical evidence and macroeconomic phenomena in a variety of areas. |
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3
| Examine main principles and concepts of macroeconomics. |
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4
| Evaluate existing literature on macroeconomics. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
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