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| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| PSY1004 | Essentials of Psychology | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | E-Learning |
| Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ITIR KAŞIKÇI |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi HALE ÖGEL BALABAN Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR TANYAŞ Assoc. Prof. SİMAY İKİER Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ARZU KARAKULAK Assoc. Prof. OYA MORTAN SEVİ Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BEYZA TEPE COMOGLU Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAŞAK TÜRKÜLER AKA Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SENA CÜRE RA CAN SOYLU |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | "." |
| Course Objectives: | This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to and overview of the science and practice of psychology. In this course, you will gain an understanding of the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes by providing them an overview of the history, perspectives, theories, fields, and challenges of Psychology. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Identify the theoretical (e.g. cognitive, social psychology) and applied fields (e.g., health psychology) of psychology. 2. Have knowledge about main theories and approaches of psychology (e.g, behavioral, cognitive). 3. Define sensation and perception, and differentiate two concepts in daily life. 4. Have knowledge about learning theories and basic principles of conditioning. 5. Learn basic concepts in social psychology 6. Have knowledge about memory, different approaches about memory 7. Define motivation and learn basic approaches about motivation and emotion 8. Learn different perspectives about intelligence 9. Have knowledge about personality and some personality theories 10. Discuss stress and coping and have knowledge about their relation with health |
| In this class main topics that will be covered, definition of psychology,sensation and perception,learning: the role of experience,social thinking and behavior,memory,motivation and emotion,intelligence,personality,adjusting to life: Stress, coping and health |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to the class | |
| 2) | Introduction: What is psychology? | |
| 3) | Sensation and Perception | |
| 4) | Sensation and Perception | |
| 5) | Learning: The role of experience | |
| 6) | Social Thinking and Behavior | |
| 7) | Social Thinking and Behavior | |
| 8) | Memory | |
| 9) | Motivation and emotion | |
| 10) | Abnormal behaviors | |
| 11) | Intelligence | |
| 12) | Personality | |
| 13) | Adjusting to life: Stress, coping and health | |
| 14) | Review of the class |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Passer, M. W. & Smith, R. E. (2009). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. |
| References: | Passer, M. W. & Smith, R. E. (2009). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior (4th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 5 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | % 35 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 20 |
| Final | 1 | % 40 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 80 |
| Homework Assignments | 1 | 5 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 |
| Final | 2 | 4 |
| Total Workload | 133 | |
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To gain both theoretical and practical knowledge about physical, cognitive, social-emotional aspects of child development. | 4 |
| 2) | To display actions in professional practice based on ethical principles and values. | 5 |
| 3) | To adopt the principle of lifelong learning, using efficient ways for accessing information. | 5 |
| 4) | To know the stages of child development and to be able to use models / theories efficiently for supporting children's cognitive, affective and psycho-motor development. | 5 |
| 5) | To plan, implement and evaluate professional projects, research and events with a sense of social responsibility, | 5 |
| 6) | To be able to use effective communication methods in counseling and child and family-based guidance. | 3 |
| 7) | To be sensitive to the child and family-related issues taking into account the child's stages of development, and to implement strategies for personal development of child and education methods which are vital for leading effective and productive life. | 5 |
| 8) | To use the education and communication materials according to the child development stage, and to create proper educational environment. | 5 |
| 9) | To take responsibilities in the field of child development and education using interdisciplinary approach, and to use information technologies, and to engage in projects and activities. | 5 |
| 10) | To use health information technologies for research in the field of child development. | 5 |
| 11) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | 5 |
| 12) | To become a good example for colleagues and society, and represent efficiently the professional identity using advanced knowledge about child development. | 5 |