POLITICAL SCIENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
PSY4058 | Psychology of Gender | Spring | 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 : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR TANYAŞ |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DORUK UYSAL İRAK |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | "." |
Course Objectives: | The Psychology of Gender course aims to provide an overview of theories and research on gender in psychology. In this class, we will discuss topics such as gender stereotypes, theories of gender differences, and the development of gender identity across the lifespan. We will also focus research on gender differences in different domains of life such as cognitive abilities, emotions, relationships, school, career and work, health, stress, and psychopathology. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Be familiar with the definition as well as construction of gender across cultures 2. Be familiar with the history of gender research as well as research methods used to study questions related to gender 3. Explain gender stereotypes, and gender roles assigned to males and females 4. Be familiar with sex differences and similarities in social and cognitive domains 5. Explain how theories account for gender differences in different domains of life 6. Explain gender differences in health behavior, mental health 7. Explain gender-related problems in working life 8. Appreciate how gender as a category shapes human behavior |
Main topics that will be covered in this class are,definition, philosophical and political issues surrounding gender,gender role attitudes,sex-related comparisons: observations,sex-related comparisons: theory, achievement, communication, friendship,romantic relationships,work roles and health mental health |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | Introduction: Definition, Philosophical and Political issues Surrounding Gender | |
2) | Methods and History of Gender Research | |
3) | Gender role Attitudes | |
4) | Sex-related Comparisons: Observations | |
5) | Review | |
6) | Sex-related Comparisons: Theory | |
7) | Achievement | |
8) | Communication | |
9) | Friendship | |
10) | Romantic Relationships | |
11) | Review | |
12) | Sex Differences in Health Relationships and Health | |
13) | Work Roles and Health | |
14) | Mental Health |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | Helgeson, V. (2011). The Psychology of Gender. New Jersey: Pearson. Brannon, L. (2011). Gender. Psychological Perspectives.Boston MA: Pearson |
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Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | 14 | % 10 |
Midterms | 2 | % 50 |
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 | 15 | 3 | 45 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 12 | 5 | 60 |
Midterms | 2 | 13 | 26 |
Final | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Total Workload | 151 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | Grasp basic theoretical and conceptual knowledge about the field and relations between them at the level of practice. | |
2) | Possess basic knowledge about the causes and effects of political transformations in societies. | |
3) | Possess knowledge about quantitative, qualitative and mixed research methods in social and behavioral sciences. | |
4) | Recognize historical patterns while evaluating contemporary political and social developments. | |
5) | Demonstrate interdisciplinary and critical approach while analyzing, synthesizing and forecasting domestic and foreign policy. | |
6) | Conduct studies in the field professionally, both independently or as a team member. | |
7) | Possess consciousness about lifelong learning based on Research & Development. | |
8) | Communicate with peers both orally and in writing, by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and the necessary informatics and communication technologies. | |
9) | Apply field-related knowledge and competences into career advancement, projects for sustainable development goals, and social responsibility initiatives. | |
10) | Possess the habit to monitor domestic and foreign policy agenda as well as international developments. | |
11) | Possess competence to interpret the new political actors, theories and concepts in a global era. | |
12) | Evaluate the legal and ethical implications of advanced technologies on politics. |