ARCHITECTURE | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
PSY3053 | Psychology of Motivation and Emotion | Spring Fall |
3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
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Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAŞAK TÜRKÜLER AKA |
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Course Objectives: | The question of '"what causes behavior" will be answered from the perspective of psychology of motivation and emotion. The purpose of this course is to show the ways of thinking critically about human behavior. Major themes and theories of motivation will be discussed and important aspects of motivation such as psychological needs, social needs, intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, cognitions and emotions will be covered in this course. While examining those topics two fundamental questions, " What causes behavior?" and " Why does behavior vary in its intensity?" will be answered. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1.Describe motivation 2.Answer the question of “Why motivation is important?” 3.Differentiate the components of motivation 4.Name the theories about motivation, compare and contrast different theories 5.Describe emotion 6.Differentiate the theories about emotion |
In this class main themes that will be covered; definition of motivation,motivation in historical and contemporary perspective,intrinsic and extrinsic motivation,psychological needs and social needs,goal setting and goal striving,personal control beliefs,nature of emotion and five perennial questions and aspects of emotion. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction to the class | |
2) | What is motivation | |
3) | Motivation in historical and contemporary perspective | |
4) | Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation | |
5) | Psychological needs | |
6) | Social needs | |
7) | Midterm | |
8) | Goal setting and goal striving | |
9) | Personal control beliefs | |
10) | The self and its strivings | |
11) | Nature of emotion | |
12) | Aspects of emotion | |
13) | Emotion regulation | |
14) | Overview |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Reeve, J. (2009). Understanding Motivation and Emotion (5th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: Wiley. |
References: | Gorman, P. (2004). Motivation and Emotion. New York: Routledge. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 10 | % 35 |
Midterms | 1 | % 25 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 12 | 3 | 36 |
Homework Assignments | 3 | 6 | 18 |
Midterms | 1 | 14 | 14 |
Final | 1 | 35 | 35 |
Total Workload | 145 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Using the theoretical/conceptual and practical knowledge acquired for architectural design, design activities and research. | |
2) | Identifying, defining and effectively discussing aesthetic, functional and structural requirements for solving design problems using critical thinking methods. | |
3) | Being aware of the diversity of social patterns and user needs, values and behavioral norms, which are important inputs in the formation of the built environment, at local, regional, national and international scales. | |
4) | Gaining knowledge and skills about architectural design methods that are focused on people and society, sensitive to natural and built environment in the field of architecture. | |
5) | Gaining skills to understand the relationship between architecture and other disciplines, to be able to cooperate, to develop comprehensive projects; to take responsibility in independent studies and group work. | |
6) | Giving importance to the protection of natural and cultural values in the design of the built environment by being aware of the responsibilities in terms of human rights and social interests. | |
7) | Giving importance to sustainability in the solution of design problems and the use of natural and artificial resources by considering the social, cultural and environmental issues of architecture. | |
8) | Being able to convey and communicate all kinds of conceptual and practical thoughts related to the field of architecture by using written, verbal and visual media and information technologies. | |
9) | Gaining the ability to understand and use technical information about building technology such as structural systems, building materials, building service systems, construction systems, life safety. | |
10) | Being aware of legal and ethical responsibilities in design and application processes. |