Course Detail
Course Description
Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
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SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY | PCG1214972 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 6 |
Course Program | Çarşamba 09:00-09:45 Çarşamba 10:00-10:45 Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses | |
Language of Course | English |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Required |
Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Nadire Gülçin YILDIZ |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Nadire Gülçin YILDIZ |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | The objectives of this course include the understanding and learning of relevant concepts, theories and research related to the topics presented in the course. Human beings interact with others in many different situations and human life develops (i.e. is subject to change) in a social context. Social psychology as a field examines how other people shape an individual's thoughts, feelings and behaviors. In this course, topics such as aggression, research methods, attitudes, group processes, altruism and social influence are examined. It is aimed to introduce students to social psychology and to share a critical approach to how social psychological phenomena affect their daily lives.
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Course Content | This course contains; CHAPTER 1 Introducing Social Psychology,CHAPTER 2 Methodology: How Social Psychologists Do Research,CHAPTER 3 Social Cognition: How We Think About the Social World,CHAPTER 4 Social Perception: How We Come to Understand Other People,CHAPTER 5 The Self: Understanding Ourselves in a Social Context,CHAPTER 6 The Need to Justify Our Actions: The Costs and Benefits of Dissonance Reduction,CHAPTER 7 Attitudes and Attitude Change: Influencing Thoughts and Feelings,CHAPTER 8 Conformity: Influencing Behavior,CHAPTER 9 Group Processes: Influence in Social Groups,CHAPTER 10 Interpersonal Attraction: From First Impressions to Close Relationships,CHAPTER 11 Prosocial Behavior: Why Do People Help?,CHAPTER 12 Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It? ,CHAPTER 13 Prejudice: Causes, Consequences, and Cures,General Overview. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
1. Student Defines the basic concepts of social psychology and distinguishes the differences between concepts. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
2. Student summarizes the historical development of social psychology. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
3. Student understands the social and intercultural relations that affect the individual. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
4. Student defines the basic functioning mechanisms of society. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
5. Student recognizes basic socio-psychological facts. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
6. Student explains the relationship between the individual and society. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
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1 | CHAPTER 1 Introducing Social Psychology | Weekly Readings |
2 | CHAPTER 2 Methodology: How Social Psychologists Do Research | Weekly Readings |
3 | CHAPTER 3 Social Cognition: How We Think About the Social World | Weekly Readings |
4 | CHAPTER 4 Social Perception: How We Come to Understand Other People | Weekly Readings |
5 | CHAPTER 5 The Self: Understanding Ourselves in a Social Context | Weekly Readings |
6 | CHAPTER 6 The Need to Justify Our Actions: The Costs and Benefits of Dissonance Reduction | Weekly Readings |
7 | CHAPTER 7 Attitudes and Attitude Change: Influencing Thoughts and Feelings | Weekly Readings |
8 | CHAPTER 8 Conformity: Influencing Behavior | Weekly Readings |
9 | CHAPTER 9 Group Processes: Influence in Social Groups | Weekly Readings |
10 | CHAPTER 10 Interpersonal Attraction: From First Impressions to Close Relationships | Weekly Readings |
11 | CHAPTER 11 Prosocial Behavior: Why Do People Help? | Weekly Readings |
12 | CHAPTER 12 Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It? | Weekly Readings |
13 | CHAPTER 13 Prejudice: Causes, Consequences, and Cures | Weekly Readings |
14 | General Overview | Course Reading |
Resources |
Aronson, E., Wilson, T. D., Akert, R. M. (2013). Social psychology (8th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson. |
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. | | 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. | | | | | |
16 | Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods. | | | X | | |
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 | 2 | 28 | 56 |
Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
General Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Total Workload(Hour) | 116 |
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(116/30) | 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 |
---|
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY | PCG1214972 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 6 |
Course Program | Çarşamba 09:00-09:45 Çarşamba 10:00-10:45 Cuma 10:00-10:45 Cuma 11:00-11:45 |
Prerequisites Courses | |
Recommended Elective Courses | |
Language of Course | English |
Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
Course Type | Required |
Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Nadire Gülçin YILDIZ |
Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Nadire Gülçin YILDIZ |
Assistant(s) | |
Aim | The objectives of this course include the understanding and learning of relevant concepts, theories and research related to the topics presented in the course. Human beings interact with others in many different situations and human life develops (i.e. is subject to change) in a social context. Social psychology as a field examines how other people shape an individual's thoughts, feelings and behaviors. In this course, topics such as aggression, research methods, attitudes, group processes, altruism and social influence are examined. It is aimed to introduce students to social psychology and to share a critical approach to how social psychological phenomena affect their daily lives.
|
Course Content | This course contains; CHAPTER 1 Introducing Social Psychology,CHAPTER 2 Methodology: How Social Psychologists Do Research,CHAPTER 3 Social Cognition: How We Think About the Social World,CHAPTER 4 Social Perception: How We Come to Understand Other People,CHAPTER 5 The Self: Understanding Ourselves in a Social Context,CHAPTER 6 The Need to Justify Our Actions: The Costs and Benefits of Dissonance Reduction,CHAPTER 7 Attitudes and Attitude Change: Influencing Thoughts and Feelings,CHAPTER 8 Conformity: Influencing Behavior,CHAPTER 9 Group Processes: Influence in Social Groups,CHAPTER 10 Interpersonal Attraction: From First Impressions to Close Relationships,CHAPTER 11 Prosocial Behavior: Why Do People Help?,CHAPTER 12 Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It? ,CHAPTER 13 Prejudice: Causes, Consequences, and Cures,General Overview. |
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
1. Student Defines the basic concepts of social psychology and distinguishes the differences between concepts. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
2. Student summarizes the historical development of social psychology. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
3. Student understands the social and intercultural relations that affect the individual. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
4. Student defines the basic functioning mechanisms of society. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
5. Student recognizes basic socio-psychological facts. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
6. Student explains the relationship between the individual and society. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
---|
1 | CHAPTER 1 Introducing Social Psychology | Weekly Readings |
2 | CHAPTER 2 Methodology: How Social Psychologists Do Research | Weekly Readings |
3 | CHAPTER 3 Social Cognition: How We Think About the Social World | Weekly Readings |
4 | CHAPTER 4 Social Perception: How We Come to Understand Other People | Weekly Readings |
5 | CHAPTER 5 The Self: Understanding Ourselves in a Social Context | Weekly Readings |
6 | CHAPTER 6 The Need to Justify Our Actions: The Costs and Benefits of Dissonance Reduction | Weekly Readings |
7 | CHAPTER 7 Attitudes and Attitude Change: Influencing Thoughts and Feelings | Weekly Readings |
8 | CHAPTER 8 Conformity: Influencing Behavior | Weekly Readings |
9 | CHAPTER 9 Group Processes: Influence in Social Groups | Weekly Readings |
10 | CHAPTER 10 Interpersonal Attraction: From First Impressions to Close Relationships | Weekly Readings |
11 | CHAPTER 11 Prosocial Behavior: Why Do People Help? | Weekly Readings |
12 | CHAPTER 12 Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It? | Weekly Readings |
13 | CHAPTER 13 Prejudice: Causes, Consequences, and Cures | Weekly Readings |
14 | General Overview | Course Reading |
Resources |
Aronson, E., Wilson, T. D., Akert, R. M. (2013). Social psychology (8th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson. |
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. | | 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. | | | | | |
16 | Makes scientific research in the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance by selecting appropriate research methods. | | | X | | |
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation |
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | | 40 |
Rate of Final Exam to Success | | 60 |
Total | | 100 |
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