Turkish Mythology and Folk Beliefs

Course Code:

ANT 275

Semester:

Fall

Course Type:

Core

P:

3

Lab:

0

Laboratuvar Saati:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

8

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Ebru Kayaalp

Courses given by:

Burak Akkurt

Course Objectives:

Students will be able to systematically process the basic issues and concepts related to Turkish mythology, learn how to establish links with other cultural and civilizational elements and see their relations with today's socio-cultural processes.

Course Content:

Important theories of mythology and research methods, sources of Turkish mythology, and history of study will be reviewed; basic concepts such as creation, time, space, society, God, guardian spirits, etc. will be examined based on original sources.

Course Methodology:

1. Lecture 2. Case Study 3. Demonstration 4. Fieldwork 5. Student Activities/Projects

Course Evaluation Methods:

A. Exam B. Participation/Discussion C. Field Work/Case Study D. Homework/Assignment E. Presentation

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1. Information about the concept of mythology and important theories are given.	1,2,3,5,7	1,3,5	A, B, D, E
2. The relations of mythology with other cultural elements are examined.	1,2,3,5,7	1,3,5	A, B, D, E
3. The relations of mythology with daily life culture are examined.	1,2,3,5,7	1,3,5	A, B, D, E
4. The characteristics of mythological thought are determined.	1,2,3,5,7	1,3,5	A, B, D, E
5. Creation myths, ethnogony and eschatology are examined.	1,2,3,5,7	1,3,5	A, B, D, E

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topic	Study Materials
1	Introduction to the course: objectives, syllabus and main topics
2	Definition and discussion of myth
3	Mythological theories and methods of study; basic concepts.
4	Addressing basic cultural and historical issues
5	Cosmogony and cosmology in Turkish Mythology
6	Creation and Lineage: The figure of the wolf in Turkish Mythology
7	Creation and Lineage: Other myths and symbols in Turkish Mythology
8	Nature Symbolism in Turkish Mythology
9	Oghuz Khan and Manas Epics
10	Selected epics and legends
11	Dede Korkut: Selected stories and discussions I
12	Dede Korkut: Selected stories and discussions II
13	Shamanism and magic in Turkish mythology and culture
14	Classwork: folk beliefs and modern representations

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

Additional Resources

Eliade, M. (1994) Ebedi Dönüş Mitosu, İmge Yayınevi, İstanbul

Ögel, Bahaeddin, (1993) Türk Mitolojisi, 1. Cilt, TTK Yayınları, Ankara

Ögel, Bahaeddin, (1995) Türk Mitolojisi, 2. Cilt, TTK Yayınları, Ankara

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents
Assignments
Exams

Assessment

ASSESSTMENT
In-Term Studies	Number	Percentage
Mid-terms	4	20
Presentation	1	40
Assignment	1	40
Final
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		40
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Acquires the basic terms, theoretical point of views and the historical evolution of anthropology.				X
2	Gains insight into the subfields of anthropology and the unique methods and applications of these fields.			X
3	Possess knowledge about conducting ethnographic study, which is the basic research method of anthropology, and designs fieldwork accordingly.	X
4	Formulates questions and evaluates research findings through analytical, critical and creative thinking by utilizing the knowledge and skills of anthropology.				X
5	Demonstrates adherence to scientific and ethical values in fieldwork and academic research and acts in accordance with these values.	X
6	Identifies social problems and develops social projects using anthropological theory and research methods.			X
7	Effectively utilizes current databases, information resources, and information technologies.			X
8	Designs interdisciplinary studies and participates in study groups by integrating disciplines alongside anthropology.			X
9	Exhibits social awareness and responsibility, approaching individual and cultural diversities with impartiality.				X
10	Acquires the ability to think, read, write and orally express English at an academic level.					X

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours)	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	3	42
Mid Term	1	34	34
Assignments	4	9	36
Final examination	1	40	40
Total Workload			194
Total Workload / 25 (h)			7,76
ECTS Credit of the Course			8

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