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CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
INTRODUCTION to PSYCHOLOGYPCG1114967Fall Semester2+026
Course Program

Çarşamba 15:30-16:15

Çarşamba 16:30-17:15

Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect.Dr. İhsan İlker ÇİTLİ
Assistant(s)
AimThis course aims to provide students with an understanding of the basic concepts and theories of psychology. In line with this goal, the historical development of psychology, research methods, basic psychological approaches and sub-branches of psychology constitute the content of the course. Upon successful completion of the course, it is aimed that students will have learned the information that will form the basis for the other courses they will be responsible for during their undergraduate education.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introducing Psychology,Psychological Science,Brains, Bodies, and Behavior,Sensing and Perceiving,States of Consciousness,Growing and Developing,Learning,Remembering and Judging,Intelligence and Language,Emotions and Motivations,Personality,Psychological Disorders,Psychology in Our Social Lives.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Explain basic psychological approaches and research methods.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Compare the cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of the brain, nervous system and hormones.10, 13, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explains the basic theories and concepts of consciousness, sensation, perception, memory, intelligence, emotions, attitudes, personality, development and learning.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explain the basic concepts about the diagnosis and treatment methods of psychological disorders.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explains the basic concepts and theories about the effect of social environment on the behavior of the individual.10, 13, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introducing PsychologyStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
2Psychological ScienceStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
3Brains, Bodies, and BehaviorStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
4Sensing and PerceivingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
5States of ConsciousnessStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
6Growing and DevelopingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
7LearningStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
8Remembering and JudgingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
9Intelligence and LanguageStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
10Emotions and MotivationsStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
11PersonalityStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
12Psychological DisordersStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
13Psychology in Our Social LivesStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
Resources
Stangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Introduction to psychology. University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Biological Psychology (2nd ed.). Sage. Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). Brain & Behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (5th ed.). Sage. Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020). Psychology (2nd ed.). Openstax-Rice University. Plotnik, R., & Kouyoumdjian, H. (2011). Introduction to psychology (9th ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning. Cüceloğlu, D. (2004). İnsan ve Davranışı: Psikolojinin Temel Kavramları (13th ed.). Remzi Kitabevi

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.
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.
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.
X
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.
X
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
X

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 Hours22040
Guided Problem Solving000
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar000
Quiz000
Midterm Exam20240
General Exam20240
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan30260
Total Workload(Hour)180
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(180/30)6
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 to PSYCHOLOGYPCG1114967Fall Semester2+026
Course Program

Çarşamba 15:30-16:15

Çarşamba 16:30-17:15

Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseEnglish
Course LevelFirst Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR
Name of Lecturer(s)Lect.Dr. İhsan İlker ÇİTLİ
Assistant(s)
AimThis course aims to provide students with an understanding of the basic concepts and theories of psychology. In line with this goal, the historical development of psychology, research methods, basic psychological approaches and sub-branches of psychology constitute the content of the course. Upon successful completion of the course, it is aimed that students will have learned the information that will form the basis for the other courses they will be responsible for during their undergraduate education.
Course ContentThis course contains; Introducing Psychology,Psychological Science,Brains, Bodies, and Behavior,Sensing and Perceiving,States of Consciousness,Growing and Developing,Learning,Remembering and Judging,Intelligence and Language,Emotions and Motivations,Personality,Psychological Disorders,Psychology in Our Social Lives.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Explain basic psychological approaches and research methods.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Compare the cognitive, affective and behavioral effects of the brain, nervous system and hormones.10, 13, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explains the basic theories and concepts of consciousness, sensation, perception, memory, intelligence, emotions, attitudes, personality, development and learning.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explain the basic concepts about the diagnosis and treatment methods of psychological disorders.10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Explains the basic concepts and theories about the effect of social environment on the behavior of the individual.10, 13, 16, 19, 37, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 37: Computer-Internet Supported Instruction, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Introducing PsychologyStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
2Psychological ScienceStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
3Brains, Bodies, and BehaviorStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
4Sensing and PerceivingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
5States of ConsciousnessStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
6Growing and DevelopingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
7LearningStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
8Remembering and JudgingStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
9Intelligence and LanguageStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
10Emotions and MotivationsStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
11PersonalityStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
12Psychological DisordersStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
13Psychology in Our Social LivesStangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). ilgili bölümler
Resources
Stangor, C., & Walinga, J. (2015). Introduction to psychology. University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. Higgs, S., Cooper, A., & Less, J. (2020). Biological Psychology (2nd ed.). Sage. Garrett, B., & Hough, G. (2018). Brain & Behavior: An introduction to behavioral neuroscience (5th ed.). Sage. Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020). Psychology (2nd ed.). Openstax-Rice University. Plotnik, R., & Kouyoumdjian, H. (2011). Introduction to psychology (9th ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning. Cüceloğlu, D. (2004). İnsan ve Davranışı: Psikolojinin Temel Kavramları (13th ed.). Remzi Kitabevi

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.
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.
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.
X
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.
X
16
Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods.
X

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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