
| Course Code | : EU252 |
| Course Type | : Non Departmental Elective |
| Couse Group | : Short Cycle (Associate's Degree) |
| Education Language | : Turkish |
| Work Placement | : N/A |
| Theory | : 2 |
| Prt. | : 0 |
| Credit | : 2 |
| Lab | : 0 |
| ECTS | : 2 |
The aim of this course is to enable students to develop an interdisciplinary understanding of culture, cultural diversity, cultural heritage, social responsibility, ethics, and social justice. The course seeks to foster respect for cultural differences, critical thinking, ethical awareness, and sensitivity to social issues while encouraging students to become solution-oriented and socially responsible individuals. It also aims to enhance students' knowledge, skills, and awareness in the areas of cultural awareness, inclusion, media literacy, volunteering, sustainability, and active citizenship.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to culture, cultural identity, cultural diversity, and cultural heritage while examining intercultural communication, social values, ethics, social responsibility, social justice, and active citizenship from an interdisciplinary perspective. The course also explores cultural representation in media, cultural conflict and reconciliation, volunteering, corporate social responsibility, environmental sustainability, local responses to global challenges, and the promotion of cultural awareness through education. Through contemporary case studies, discussions, and learner-centered activities, students are expected to develop cultural awareness, critical thinking, ethical judgment, and social responsibility competencies.