DIGITAL GAME DESIGN
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
ISL5965	Social Psychology	Spring	3	0	3	8

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	Turkish
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:
Course Coordinator :	Instructor HAKAN ASLAN
Course Lecturer(s):	Instructor TUĞRUL ÖZKARACALAR Assoc. Prof. MİNE ÖZAŞÇILAR Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DORUK UYSAL İRAK
Recommended Optional Program Components:	none
Course Objectives:	The aim of this research is to give general information about the basic concepts and applications of social psychology to the students. The basic theories and researches of this derste social psychology will be discussed. Knowledge of social psychology is necessary for you to better understand and interpret both yourself and your social world

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. To recognize the theoretical (eg cognitive, social psychology) and applied fields (eg health psychology) of psychology.
2. Describe sensation and perception, and separate these two concepts from each other in everyday use.
3. To learn about basic theories and approaches of psychology (eg behavioral, cognitive).
4. To learn about learning theories and basic principles of conditioning.
5. To learn basic concepts in social psychology.
6. Learn about different approaches to memory and memory.
7. To define motivation and to learn basic approaches about motivation and emotion.
8. Learn different approaches to intelligence.
9. To learn about personality and some personality theories.
10. Discussing stress and coping and learning about their health implications.

Course Content

To provide students with a general knowledge of basic concepts and applications of social psychology. The basic theories and researches of this derste social psychology are discussed. Knowledge of social psychology is necessary to understand and interpret both yourself and the social world in your circle

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the course-sharing of topics and course content
2)	Social Psychological Theories and Methods
3)	Perceptions about people: How do impressions form?
4)	Social Cognition: Understanding the Social World
5)	Changing Attitudes and Attitudes
6)	six sigma, benchmarking, basic skill
7)	Prejudice
8)	Social Impact
9)	Personal Approaches
10)	Behavior in groups
11)	Gender
12)	Help Behavior
13)	Aggression
14)	General evaluation
15)	Final Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	sosyal psikoloji Yazar: Aronson, Wilson Yayınevi : Kaknüs Yayınları
References:	"Sosyal Psikoloji David O. Sears Letitia Anne Peplau Shelley E. Taylor İmge Kitabevi Yayınları"

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 50
Final	1	% 50
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Application	12	36
Study Hours Out of Class	13	117
Midterms	1	3
Final	1	3
Total Workload		201

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Comprehend the conceptual importance of the game in the field of communication, ability to implement the player centered application to provide design.
2)	Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information and ideas from various perspectives.
3)	Analyze the key elements that make up specific game genres, forms of interactions, mode of narratives and understand how they are employed effectively to create a successful game.
4)	Understand game design theories and methods as well as implement them during game development; to make enjoyable, attractive, instructional and immersive according to the target audience.
5)	Understand the technology and computational principles involved in developing games and master the use of game engines.
6)	Understand the process of creation and use of 2D and 3D assets and animation for video games.
7)	Understand and master the theories and methodologies of understanding and measuring player experience and utilize them during game development process.
8)	Comprehend and master how ideas, concepts and topics are conveyed via games followed by the utilization of these aspects during the development process.
9)	Manage the game design and development process employing complete documentation; following the full game production pipeline via documentation.
10)	Understand and employ the structure and work modes of game development teams; comprehend the responsibilities of team members and collaborations between them while utilizing this knowledge in practice.
11)	Understand the process of game publishing within industry standards besides development and utilize this knowledge practice.
12)	Pitching a video game to developers, publishers, and players; mastering the art of effectively communicating and marketing the features and commercial potential of new ideas, concepts or games.