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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 |
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) | To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. | 2 |
2) | To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. | 2 |
3) | To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. | 3 |
4) | To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. | 2 |
5) | To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. | 1 |
6) | To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. | 1 |
7) | To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. | 2 |
8) | To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. | 2 |
9) | To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. | 2 |
10) | To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. | 2 |
11) | To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. | 2 |
12) | To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. | 3 |