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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) | As a world citizen, she is aware of global economic, political, social and ecological developments and trends. | |
2) | He/she is equipped to closely follow the technological progress required by global and local dynamics and to continue learning. | |
3) | Absorbs basic economic principles and analysis methods and uses them to evaluate daily events. | |
4) | Uses quantitative and statistical tools to identify economic problems, analyze them, and share their findings with relevant stakeholders. | |
5) | Understands the decision-making stages of economic units under existing constraints and incentives, examines the interactions and possible future effects of these decisions. | |
6) | Comprehends new ways of doing business using digital technologies. and new market structures. | |
7) | Takes critical approach to economic and social problems and develops analytical solutions. | |
8) | Has the necessary mathematical equipment to produce analytical solutions and use quantitative research methods. | |
9) | In the works he/she contributes, observes individual and social welfare together and with an ethical perspective. | |
10) | Deals with economic problems with an interdisciplinary approach and seeks solutions by making use of different disciplines. | |
11) | Generates original and innovative ideas in the works she/he contributes as part of a team. |