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PSYCHOLOGY
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
CGB4071 Sensory Training Spring 2 0 2 6
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: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Instructor GÜLNİHAL ESRA KORKUT
Course Objectives: To learn the development of sense and perception and become able to consult families and professionals

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1.Basic concepts about sense and perception
2.Approaches about development of perception
3.Factors that effect perception
4.The development process and characteristics of 7 senses

Course Content

The Definition and differences of Sense and Perception, 7 Senses
Sight,Hearing, Touch, Taste, Smell, Propriosepsiyon, Balance developmental process, the characteristics

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Sensation and Perception; Definitions, Differences, Sense Organs
2) Approaches about sensation and perception, the factors that effect perception
3) Hearing ; Development and supporting at early age
4) Sight; Development and supporting at early age
5) Touch; Development and supporting at early age
6) Taste and Smell; Development and supporting at early age
7) Propriosepsiyon; Development and supporting at early age
8) Balance; Development and supporting at early age
9) Midterm exam
10) Activities support 7 senses; at home and in family
11) Activities support 7 senses; at kindergarten and to professionals
12) Project presentation
13) Project presentation
14) Is there a dominant sense at children? / Discussion

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Dunstan, P.J. (2009), Child Sense, Bantam Books, USA.
Lezak Deutsch, M. ( 1983), Neuropsychological Assessment, Oxford University Press, USA.
Madi, B. (2011), Öğrenme Beyinde Nasıl Oluşur, 2. Baskı, Efil Yayınevi, İstanbul.
Perkins, M. (1983), Sesnsing the World, Hackett Publishing Company, USA.
Rookes, P.; Wilson, J. (2000), Perception, Routladge, Great Britain.
San Bayhan, P.; Artan, İ. (2004), Çocuk Gelişimi ve Eğitimi, MORPA Kültür Yayınları, İstanbul.
References: Schiffman, H.R. (2001), Sensation and Perception, 5th ed., John Wiley & Sons Inc., USA.
Silberg, J. (2006), Learning Games Exploring the Senses, Gryphon House Inc., Beltsville.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 2 28
Study Hours Out of Class 12 10 120
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 150

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) To develop an interest in the human mind and behavior, to be able to evaluate theories using empirical findings, to understand that psychology is an evidence-based science by acquiring critical thinking skills.
2) To gain a biopsychosocial perspective on human behavior. To understand the biological, psychological, and social variables of behavior.
3) To learn the basic concepts in psychology and the theoretical and practical approaches used to study them (e.g. basic observation and interview techniques).
4) To acquire the methods and skills to access and write information using English as the dominant language in the psychological literature, to recognize and apply scientific research and data evaluation techniques (e.g. correlational, experimental, cross-sectional and longitudinal studies, case studies).
5) To be against discrimination and prejudice; to have ethical concerns while working in research and practice areas.
6) To recognize the main subfields of psychology (experimental, developmental, clinical, cognitive, social and industrial/organizational psychology) and their related fields of study and specialization.
7) To acquire the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting and presenting the findings as well as problem posing, hypothesizing and data collection, which are the basic elements of scientific studies.
8) To gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary for psychological assessment and evaluation.
9) To acquire basic knowledge of other disciplines (medicine, genetics, biology, economics, sociology, political science, communication, philosophy, anthropology, literature, law, art, etc.) that will contribute to psychology and to use this knowledge in the understanding and interpretation of psychological processes.
10) To develop sensitivity towards social problems; to take responsibility in activities that benefit the field of psychology and society.
11) To have problem solving skills and to be able to develop the necessary analytical approaches for this.
12) To be able to criticize any subject in business and academic life and to be able to express their thoughts.