| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 6 | POLS394 | CONFLICT RESOLUTION | 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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POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
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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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The aim of this course is to analyze the causes of conflicts at national and international levels and to explore how such conflicts can be resolved through peaceful means, both theoretically and practically. Students will engage with negotiation, mediation, and reconciliation methods.
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Course Content
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Conflict resolution is a skill that can be developed and learned. Hearing, listening and understanding are indispensable for conflict parties and actors involved in conflict resolution. In this course, students will be expected to develop perspectives and practices on conflict resolution related to selected sub-issues of international relations.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Theoretical lectures
Case studies
Role-play and simulations
Group work
Analysis supported by films and documentaries
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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
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Identify different types of conflict |
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| Apply peaceful resolution techniques |
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| Analyze negotiation and mediation processes |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics | Study Materials | Materials |
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Week 1: What is Conflict?
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Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
https://sis.agu.edu.tr/oibs/bologna/progCourseDetails.aspx?curCourse=72765&lang=en