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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
INTRODUCTION of PSYCHOLOGYPDR1114962Fall Semester2+026
Course Program

Çarşamba 09:00-09:45

Çarşamba 10:00-10:45

Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorLect. Kezban Ekin ÖZBEY DUYGU
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Kezban Ekin ÖZBEY DUYGU
Assistant(s)
AimThe purpose of this course is to provide students with the basic terminology and principles, to introduce students to the topics and issues that psychologists study, the research methods they employ, their major findings, and theways in which psychologists apply the research findings to the solution of personal and societal problems.
Course ContentThis course contains; The Nature of Psychology 1: Basic Concepts and Historical Foundations,The Nature of Psychology 2: Modern Psychological Approaches,Lifetime Development Approach,Perception,Consciousness,Memory,Learning,Language and Thought,Motivation,Emotion,Intelligence,Positive Psychology,Personality 1,Research Methods.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1.Will be able to discuss the basic concepts of psychology.10, 16, 19, 23, 9A
2.Will be able to define the basic concepts of learning psychology.10, 13, 16, 19, 23, 9A
3.Will be able to explain the basic concepts of developmental psychology.9A
4. Will be able to compare personality theories.13, 19, 9A
5. Will be able to define the basic concepts about psychological disorders.13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1The Nature of Psychology 1: Basic Concepts and Historical FoundationsReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
2The Nature of Psychology 2: Modern Psychological ApproachesReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
3Lifetime Development ApproachReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
4PerceptionReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
5ConsciousnessReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
6MemoryReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
7LearningReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
8Language and ThoughtReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
9MotivationReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
10EmotionReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
11IntelligenceReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
12Positive PsychologyReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
13Personality 1Reading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
14Research MethodsReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
Resources
Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013). (Psychology and Life) Psikoloji ve Yaşam. Ankara: Nobel. Presentations used in class Işık, Ş. (2021). Psikolojiye Giriş (4.Baskı). Pegem Akademi Smith, E. E., Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021). Atkinson & Hilgard’ın Psikolojiye Giriş (14.Edisyon). Arkadaş Yayınevi

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
2
Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
X
3
Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
X
4
Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
5
When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
X
6
When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself.
7
Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
X
8
Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
X
9
Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
10
When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally.
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
15
Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours15230
Guided Problem Solving15230
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report51050
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz248
Midterm Exam15230
General Exam15230
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan51050
Total Workload(Hour)228
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(228/30)8
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
INTRODUCTION of PSYCHOLOGYPDR1114962Fall Semester2+026
Course Program

Çarşamba 09:00-09:45

Çarşamba 10:00-10:45

Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorLect. Kezban Ekin ÖZBEY DUYGU
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect. Kezban Ekin ÖZBEY DUYGU
Assistant(s)
AimThe purpose of this course is to provide students with the basic terminology and principles, to introduce students to the topics and issues that psychologists study, the research methods they employ, their major findings, and theways in which psychologists apply the research findings to the solution of personal and societal problems.
Course ContentThis course contains; The Nature of Psychology 1: Basic Concepts and Historical Foundations,The Nature of Psychology 2: Modern Psychological Approaches,Lifetime Development Approach,Perception,Consciousness,Memory,Learning,Language and Thought,Motivation,Emotion,Intelligence,Positive Psychology,Personality 1,Research Methods.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
1.Will be able to discuss the basic concepts of psychology.10, 16, 19, 23, 9A
2.Will be able to define the basic concepts of learning psychology.10, 13, 16, 19, 23, 9A
3.Will be able to explain the basic concepts of developmental psychology.9A
4. Will be able to compare personality theories.13, 19, 9A
5. Will be able to define the basic concepts about psychological disorders.13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 23: Concept Map Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1The Nature of Psychology 1: Basic Concepts and Historical FoundationsReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
2The Nature of Psychology 2: Modern Psychological ApproachesReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
3Lifetime Development ApproachReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
4PerceptionReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
5ConsciousnessReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
6MemoryReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
7LearningReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
8Language and ThoughtReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
9MotivationReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
10EmotionReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
11IntelligenceReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
12Positive PsychologyReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
13Personality 1Reading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
14Research MethodsReading from main sources; Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013), Işık, Ş. (2021), Smith, E. E, Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021)
Resources
Gerrig, R.J. & Zimbardo, P.G. (2013). (Psychology and Life) Psikoloji ve Yaşam. Ankara: Nobel. Presentations used in class Işık, Ş. (2021). Psikolojiye Giriş (4.Baskı). Pegem Akademi Smith, E. E., Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. & Loftus, G. R. (2021). Atkinson & Hilgard’ın Psikolojiye Giriş (14.Edisyon). Arkadaş Yayınevi

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Verbalizes the meanings of terms and concepts that are used in the Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
2
Verbalizes the basic concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
X
3
Compares different theories in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance and lists the strenghts and weaknesses of each theory.
X
4
Uses necessary intervention techniques in accordance with the education taken about the possible problems or issues that can be faced when working in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance.
5
When faced with a problem in the profession, he /she analyzes and solves it with scientific methods.
X
6
When faced with a problem in the profession, he/she solves it by oneself.
7
Has the knowledge and skills required by the profession and make necessary interventions by distinguishing his/her own tasks and responsibilities from the ones that are not in the scope of the his/her profession.
X
8
Follows the developments about the profession and has the principle of lifelong learning.
X
9
Holds consultation with his/her colleagues when needed in the process of resolving a problem about the profession.
10
When faced with a problem, he/she formulates it in a written form or verbally.
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
15
Uses psychological measurement tools in accordance with their purpose and ethical principles.
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 40
Rate of Final Exam to Success 60
Total 100

Numerical Data

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