| Learning Outcomes |
PO |
MME |
| The students who succeeded in this course: |
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| LO-1 |
Explain the basic concepts and importance of critical thinking. |
PO-8 Gains knowledge in sports psychology, leadership, and motivation and can apply this knowledge while working with athletes.
PO-13 Acquires theoretical knowledge in sports management and organization and can apply it in the sports industry.
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Examination
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| LO-2 |
Analyzes and evaluates the arguments encountered in the fields of sport sciences and physical education. |
PO-3 Can effectively carry out data collection, analysis, and reporting processes related to sports sciences.
PO-11 Adopts multidisciplinary approaches in sports sciences and can collaborate with other disciplines.
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Examination
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| LO-3 |
Recognize and avoid invalid forms of reasoning and fallacies. |
PO-13 Acquires theoretical knowledge in sports management and organization and can apply it in the sports industry.
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Examination
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| LO-4 |
Evaluates ethical issues related to sports from a critical perspective. |
PO-9 Understands international sports policies and management strategies and can conduct studies in this field.
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Examination
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| LO-5 |
Use critical thinking skills effectively in problem solving and decision making processes. |
PO-8 Gains knowledge in sports psychology, leadership, and motivation and can apply this knowledge while working with athletes.
PO-13 Acquires theoretical knowledge in sports management and organization and can apply it in the sports industry.
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Examination
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PO: Programme Outcomes
MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation |
| Course Contents |
| This course includes the definition, importance, and core components of critical thinking; valid and invalid forms of reasoning; the analysis and evaluation of arguments; the recognition of common fallacies and logical errors; examples and applications of critical thinking in sports sciences literature; and the instruction of critical thinking approaches for identifying, analyzing, and developing solutions to sports-related problems.
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| Weekly Course Content |
| Week |
Subject |
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
| 1 |
Definition, importance, and fundamental components of critical thinking |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 2 |
Valid and invalid reasoning: Principles of logic |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 3 |
Argument analysis: Structure and evaluation methods |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 4 |
Common fallacies: Types and recognition |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 5 |
Logical errors and their implications in sports sciences |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 6 |
Examples of critical thinking in sports science literature |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 7 |
Identification and analysis of sports-related problems |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 8 |
mid-term exam |
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| 9 |
Critical evaluation of ethical issues |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 10 |
Analytical thinking in decision-making processes |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 11 |
Developing problem-solving strategies |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 12 |
Examination of critical thinking approaches through practical examples |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 13 |
Group discussions and case studies
|
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 14 |
Project presentations and feedback evaluations |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 15 |
General review and discussions |
Lecture and Discussion,
Argument Analysis and Applied Studies,
Group Studies and Case Studies,
Workshops on Critical Thinking Practices,
Project Preparation and Presentation |
| 16 |
final exam |
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| Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading |
| 1 |
Koç, H., & Sarıtaş, A. (2022). Spor sosyolojisinde eleştirel yaklaşımlar. Spor Yayınevi ve Kitabevi. |
| Required Course instruments and materials |
| Computer, projector, and PowerPoint presentations,
Case studies and discussion scenarios designed to enhance critical thinking skills,
Media content involving ethical, social, and cultural issues in sports (articles, videos, news, etc.),
Structured forms for debates, discussions, and group evaluation activities,
Practice guides for problem-solving and decision-making processes, |
