This course contains; Introduction to the course and requirments. Defining psychology, psychology as a science, the empirical method, histroy of psychology, major approaches,Early psychologists, approaches, disciplines, The scientific method,Biological basis of psychology. The nervous system,Structure of the brain,Learning,Learning Development,Thinking and Intelligence,Thinking and Intelligence, Memory,Memory,Emotion and Motivation,Language development. States of Consciousness. ,Social psychology. Psychological Disorders,Therapy and Treatment.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Name the basic terminology and vocabulary used in the field of psychology
Define psychology as a discipline
Develop an understanding of major fields of study, theories, perspectives and concepts within psychology and know their similarities and differences
Define the scientific method, psychological research
Analyze information related to behavior and emotions and differentiate between scienifically founded and non-scientific approaches and information related to human behaviour and mental processes.
Explain psychological processes related to learning, memory, cognitive functioning, emotion, motivation, and personality; become familiar with important issues, concepts, and theories related to these areas.
Integrate theories and principles of psychology to everyday social, personal and behavioral issues
Gain awareness and respect towards issues related to diversity
Describe how the brain and biological factors influence behaviors, emotions and thinking.
Introduction to the course and requirments. Defining psychology, psychology as a science, the empirical method, histroy of psychology, major approaches
Chapter 1 Introducing Psychology Stangor
2
Early psychologists, approaches, disciplines, The scientific method
Biological basis of psychology. The nervous system
Chapter 3 Physiology CNS, Peripheral nervous system Suzanne Higgs p 42-52. Videos
4
Structure of the brain
Physiology Bob Garrett Neurons. Videos
5
Learning
Chapter 4 Learning Stangor
6
Learning Development
Chapter 5 Stangor
7
Thinking and Intelligence
Chapter 7 Thinking and Intelligence Open Stax
8
Thinking and Intelligence
Chapter 7 Thinking and Intelligence Open Stax
9
Memory
Chapter 8 Memory Open Stax
10
Memory
Chapter 8 Memory Open Stax
11
Emotion and Motivation
Chapter 10 Emotion and Motivation
12
Language development. States of Consciousness.
Chapter 4 States of Consciousness
13
Social psychology. Psychological Disorders
Chapter 12: Social Psychology Open Stax
14
Therapy and Treatment
Chapter 16: Therapy and Treatment Open Stax
Resources
Biological Psychology - Suzanne Higgs et al.
Brain & Behavior - Bob L. Garet et al.
Psychology 2e - Rose M. Spielman et al.
Introduction to Psychology - Rod Plotnik
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
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.
X
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.
X
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.
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.
X
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
X
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
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 Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
50
Rate of Final Exam to Success
50
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
2
28
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
10
3
30
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
0
0
0
Quiz
1
20
20
Midterm Exam
1
20
20
General Exam
1
20
20
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
118
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(118/30)
4
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
INTRODUCTION to PSYCHOLOGY
-
Fall Semester
2+0
2
4
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Required
Course Coordinator
Assoc.Prof. Aslı Burçak TAŞÖREN
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc.Prof. Aslı Burçak TAŞÖREN
Assistant(s)
Aim
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to the course and requirments. Defining psychology, psychology as a science, the empirical method, histroy of psychology, major approaches,Early psychologists, approaches, disciplines, The scientific method,Biological basis of psychology. The nervous system,Structure of the brain,Learning,Learning Development,Thinking and Intelligence,Thinking and Intelligence, Memory,Memory,Emotion and Motivation,Language development. States of Consciousness. ,Social psychology. Psychological Disorders,Therapy and Treatment.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Name the basic terminology and vocabulary used in the field of psychology
Define psychology as a discipline
Develop an understanding of major fields of study, theories, perspectives and concepts within psychology and know their similarities and differences
Define the scientific method, psychological research
Analyze information related to behavior and emotions and differentiate between scienifically founded and non-scientific approaches and information related to human behaviour and mental processes.
Explain psychological processes related to learning, memory, cognitive functioning, emotion, motivation, and personality; become familiar with important issues, concepts, and theories related to these areas.
Integrate theories and principles of psychology to everyday social, personal and behavioral issues
Gain awareness and respect towards issues related to diversity
Describe how the brain and biological factors influence behaviors, emotions and thinking.
Introduction to the course and requirments. Defining psychology, psychology as a science, the empirical method, histroy of psychology, major approaches
Chapter 1 Introducing Psychology Stangor
2
Early psychologists, approaches, disciplines, The scientific method
Biological basis of psychology. The nervous system
Chapter 3 Physiology CNS, Peripheral nervous system Suzanne Higgs p 42-52. Videos
4
Structure of the brain
Physiology Bob Garrett Neurons. Videos
5
Learning
Chapter 4 Learning Stangor
6
Learning Development
Chapter 5 Stangor
7
Thinking and Intelligence
Chapter 7 Thinking and Intelligence Open Stax
8
Thinking and Intelligence
Chapter 7 Thinking and Intelligence Open Stax
9
Memory
Chapter 8 Memory Open Stax
10
Memory
Chapter 8 Memory Open Stax
11
Emotion and Motivation
Chapter 10 Emotion and Motivation
12
Language development. States of Consciousness.
Chapter 4 States of Consciousness
13
Social psychology. Psychological Disorders
Chapter 12: Social Psychology Open Stax
14
Therapy and Treatment
Chapter 16: Therapy and Treatment Open Stax
Resources
Biological Psychology - Suzanne Higgs et al.
Brain & Behavior - Bob L. Garet et al.
Psychology 2e - Rose M. Spielman et al.
Introduction to Psychology - Rod Plotnik
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
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.
X
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.
X
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.
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.
X
11
Has a sense of social responsibility and uses his/her field knowledge and skills for the solutions of problems in his/her surroundings.
X
12
Knows at least B1 level of English to follow the international scientific developments in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
13
Knows basic consepts in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
14
Applies basic skills in Psychological Counseling and Guidance field.
X
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.
