This course surveys the major topics and issues in memory and memory research. We will discuss memory processes in the light of historical and recent empirical studies with reference to everyday issues.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to the Study of Memory,Memory and the Brain,Working Memory,Working Memory,Episodic Memory,Episodic Memory,Semantic and Lexical Memory,Semantic and Lexical Memory,Visual Memory,Autobiographical Memory,Autobiographical Memory,False Memory,Metamemory,Memory and Culture.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Can identify several basic concepts and terms in the field of memory research.
10, 16, 19, 9
A, E, F
Can differentiate different memory processes.
10, 16, 9
A
Can define links between different memory processes.
10, 16, 19, 9
A
Can discuss basic theories of human memory.
10, 16, 9
A
Can discuss how memory research is relevant to everyday experience.
10, 16, 19, 9
Can critically evaluate memory research literature.
10, 16
E
Can write a critical review on a research article.
10
E
Be able to design and write a research proposal on memory.
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Introduction to the Study of Memory
Chapter 1
2
Memory and the Brain
Chapter 2
3
Working Memory
Chapter 3
4
Working Memory
Chapter 3 & Additional readings
5
Episodic Memory
Chapter 4
6
Episodic Memory
Chapter 4 & Additional readings
7
Semantic and Lexical Memory
Chapter 5
8
Semantic and Lexical Memory
Chapter 5 & Additional readings
9
Visual Memory
Chapter 6
10
Autobiographical Memory
Chapter 7
11
Autobiographical Memory
Chapter 7 & Additional readings
12
False Memory
Chapter 8 & Additional readings
13
Metamemory
Chapter 9 & Additional readings
14
Memory and Culture
Additional reading
Resources
Schwartz, B. L. (2014) Memory: Foundations and applications. LA: Sage.
There will be a set of articles to accompany the book. These articles will be posted as PDF documents on the course website (MEBIS). Please check the course website on a weekly basis.
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
5
10
50
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
2
10
20
Midterm Exam
1
25
25
General Exam
0
0
0
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
179
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(179/30)
6
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
HUMAN MEMORY
-
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
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc.Prof. Simay İKİER
Assistant(s)
Aim
This course surveys the major topics and issues in memory and memory research. We will discuss memory processes in the light of historical and recent empirical studies with reference to everyday issues.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to the Study of Memory,Memory and the Brain,Working Memory,Working Memory,Episodic Memory,Episodic Memory,Semantic and Lexical Memory,Semantic and Lexical Memory,Visual Memory,Autobiographical Memory,Autobiographical Memory,False Memory,Metamemory,Memory and Culture.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Can identify several basic concepts and terms in the field of memory research.
10, 16, 19, 9
A, E, F
Can differentiate different memory processes.
10, 16, 9
A
Can define links between different memory processes.
10, 16, 19, 9
A
Can discuss basic theories of human memory.
10, 16, 9
A
Can discuss how memory research is relevant to everyday experience.
10, 16, 19, 9
Can critically evaluate memory research literature.
10, 16
E
Can write a critical review on a research article.
10
E
Be able to design and write a research proposal on memory.
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Introduction to the Study of Memory
Chapter 1
2
Memory and the Brain
Chapter 2
3
Working Memory
Chapter 3
4
Working Memory
Chapter 3 & Additional readings
5
Episodic Memory
Chapter 4
6
Episodic Memory
Chapter 4 & Additional readings
7
Semantic and Lexical Memory
Chapter 5
8
Semantic and Lexical Memory
Chapter 5 & Additional readings
9
Visual Memory
Chapter 6
10
Autobiographical Memory
Chapter 7
11
Autobiographical Memory
Chapter 7 & Additional readings
12
False Memory
Chapter 8 & Additional readings
13
Metamemory
Chapter 9 & Additional readings
14
Memory and Culture
Additional reading
Resources
Schwartz, B. L. (2014) Memory: Foundations and applications. LA: Sage.
There will be a set of articles to accompany the book. These articles will be posted as PDF documents on the course website (MEBIS). Please check the course website on a weekly basis.
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.
