The purpose of this lecture is introducing group structures and explaining intragroup behaviors within contemporary studies via critical and experimental techniques. In this lecture, lots of social psychology subjects including group dynamics, group integrity, norms, culture, power, authority and leadership will be held.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Group Dynamics,Group Stuides in Social Psychology,Social Identity,Group Inclusion and Motivation,Norms and Group Structure,Group Integrity and Development,Social Influence,Power and Authority,Leadership,Group Performance,Decision Making and Group Dynamics,Conflict Resolution Skills,Intergroup Relations,The Role of Context in Group Dynamics.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Define the basic concepts related to group dynamics
in social psychology and recognize the differences
between these concepts.
14
A
Summarize the historical development of group
dynamics in social psychology.
9
A
Summarize the group dynamics; processes from the
perspective of current social psychology literature.
14, 9
A, D, F
Evaluate and discuss about theories of group dynamics.
19, 9
A, F
Discuss the problem solving skills that are effective in intragroup conflicts.
19, 9
A, D, F
Define the basic phenomena about group dynamics.
9
A, F
Recognize and discuss the general mechanisms of human behavior linked to possible alterations in group dynamics.
9
A, D, F
Teaching Methods:
14: Self Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Introduction to Group Dynamics
Chp1
2
Group Stuides in Social Psychology
Chp2
3
Social Identity
Chp3
4
Group Inclusion and Motivation
Chp4
5
Norms and Group Structure
Chp5
6
Group Integrity and Development
Chp6
7
Social Influence
Chp7
8
Power and Authority
Chp8
9
Leadership
Chp9
10
Group Performance
Chp10
11
Decision Making and Group Dynamics
Chp11
12
Conflict Resolution Skills
Chp12
13
Intergroup Relations
Chp13
14
The Role of Context in Group Dynamics
Chp14
Resources
Forsyth, D. R. (2018). Group dynamics. Cengage Learning.
Brown, R., & Pehrson, S. (2019). Group processes: Dynamics within and between groups. John Wiley & Sons.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts of research and application-oriented sub-fields of psychology and the basic theories of these fields.
2
Can compare theories and schools in the history of psychology, and relate new developments with this knowledge.
3
Can recognize and interpret the problems they encounter and offer solutions using their expert knowledge.
4
Can investigate a problem with scientific methods, interpret findings and turn the results into a scientific publication.
5
Can lead the project, plan and manage the activities in a team established to solve the problems related to their field.
6
Can question and criticize new ideas from a scientific point of view without taking sides.
7
They adopt the principle of lifelong learning and can follow new developments in their field.
8
Can share their findings, knowledge and solution suggestions about a problem with colleagues or people outside of their field in written or oral form, in an appropriate language.
9
They have a sense of social responsibility and can use their professional achievements in solving problems in their near and far surroundings.
10
Speaks English at least at B1 level to follow international professional developments.
11
Has basic computer skills and can communicate with colleagues on up-to-date platforms.
12
Knows the basic tools of psychology used in assessment and evaluation and can use these tools.
13
Knows professional responsibilities, authorization, and limits, recognizes psychological problems, can make the right referral for their solution, and abides by ethical principles in research and practice.
14
They consider individual and cultural differences in research and practice and take these differences into account while evaluating the research results.
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
40
Rate of Final Exam to Success
60
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
14
3
42
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
0
0
0
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
1
0
0
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
0
0
General Exam
1
0
0
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
84
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(84/30)
3
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
GROUP DYNAMICS
-
Fall Semester
3+0
3
6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Assist.Prof. Ela ARI
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assist.Prof. Büşra AKTAŞ, Assist.Prof. Ela ARI
Assistant(s)
Aim
The purpose of this lecture is introducing group structures and explaining intragroup behaviors within contemporary studies via critical and experimental techniques. In this lecture, lots of social psychology subjects including group dynamics, group integrity, norms, culture, power, authority and leadership will be held.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Group Dynamics,Group Stuides in Social Psychology,Social Identity,Group Inclusion and Motivation,Norms and Group Structure,Group Integrity and Development,Social Influence,Power and Authority,Leadership,Group Performance,Decision Making and Group Dynamics,Conflict Resolution Skills,Intergroup Relations,The Role of Context in Group Dynamics.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Define the basic concepts related to group dynamics
in social psychology and recognize the differences
between these concepts.
14
A
Summarize the historical development of group
dynamics in social psychology.
9
A
Summarize the group dynamics; processes from the
perspective of current social psychology literature.
14, 9
A, D, F
Evaluate and discuss about theories of group dynamics.
19, 9
A, F
Discuss the problem solving skills that are effective in intragroup conflicts.
19, 9
A, D, F
Define the basic phenomena about group dynamics.
9
A, F
Recognize and discuss the general mechanisms of human behavior linked to possible alterations in group dynamics.
9
A, D, F
Teaching Methods:
14: Self Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Introduction to Group Dynamics
Chp1
2
Group Stuides in Social Psychology
Chp2
3
Social Identity
Chp3
4
Group Inclusion and Motivation
Chp4
5
Norms and Group Structure
Chp5
6
Group Integrity and Development
Chp6
7
Social Influence
Chp7
8
Power and Authority
Chp8
9
Leadership
Chp9
10
Group Performance
Chp10
11
Decision Making and Group Dynamics
Chp11
12
Conflict Resolution Skills
Chp12
13
Intergroup Relations
Chp13
14
The Role of Context in Group Dynamics
Chp14
Resources
Forsyth, D. R. (2018). Group dynamics. Cengage Learning.
Brown, R., & Pehrson, S. (2019). Group processes: Dynamics within and between groups. John Wiley & Sons.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts of research and application-oriented sub-fields of psychology and the basic theories of these fields.
2
Can compare theories and schools in the history of psychology, and relate new developments with this knowledge.
3
Can recognize and interpret the problems they encounter and offer solutions using their expert knowledge.
4
Can investigate a problem with scientific methods, interpret findings and turn the results into a scientific publication.
5
Can lead the project, plan and manage the activities in a team established to solve the problems related to their field.
6
Can question and criticize new ideas from a scientific point of view without taking sides.
7
They adopt the principle of lifelong learning and can follow new developments in their field.
8
Can share their findings, knowledge and solution suggestions about a problem with colleagues or people outside of their field in written or oral form, in an appropriate language.
9
They have a sense of social responsibility and can use their professional achievements in solving problems in their near and far surroundings.
10
Speaks English at least at B1 level to follow international professional developments.
11
Has basic computer skills and can communicate with colleagues on up-to-date platforms.
12
Knows the basic tools of psychology used in assessment and evaluation and can use these tools.
13
Knows professional responsibilities, authorization, and limits, recognizes psychological problems, can make the right referral for their solution, and abides by ethical principles in research and practice.
14
They consider individual and cultural differences in research and practice and take these differences into account while evaluating the research results.
