Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS PSYCHOLOGY | PCG3212841 | Spring 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 | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The main objective is to enable students to learn about the life cycle of intimate (i.e. romantic) relationships, from initial attraction and relationship initiation to relationship growth and maintenance and, in some cases, dissolution. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Nature of Intimate Relationships,Theories, Concepts, and Human Nature,Attachment Approaches,Interdependence Approaches,Relationship Initiation,Relationship Commitment,Relationship Maintenance,Social Context and Dyadic Relationships,Mate Selection,Love,Relationship Dissolution,Communication and Interaction,Relationship Violence,Review. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Students define the basic concepts related to romantic relationships. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Students explain the theories about romantic relationships. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Students discuss the current scientific literature on close relationships. | 10, 5, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Students critically examine research on intimate relationships. | 10, 13, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Nature of Intimate Relationships | Course Reading |
| 2 | Theories, Concepts, and Human Nature | Course Reading |
| 3 | Attachment Approaches | Course Reading |
| 4 | Interdependence Approaches | Course Reading |
| 5 | Relationship Initiation | Course Reading |
| 6 | Relationship Commitment | Course Reading |
| 7 | Relationship Maintenance | Course Reading |
| 8 | Social Context and Dyadic Relationships | Course Reading |
| 9 | Mate Selection | Course Reading |
| 10 | Love | Course Reading |
| 11 | Relationship Dissolution | Course Reading |
| 12 | Communication and Interaction | Course Reading |
| 13 | Relationship Violence | Course Reading |
| 14 | Review |
| Resources |
| Regan, P. (2011). Close Relationships (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203834749 |
| Overall, N. C., & Simpson, J. A. (2015). Attachment and dyadic regulation processes. Current Opinions in Psychology, 1, 61-66. Agnew, C. R. (2014). Relational consequences of personal goal pursuits. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 106, 927-940. McNulty, J. K., Baker, L. R. & Olson, M. A. (2014). Implicit self-evaluations predict changes in implicit partner evaluations. Psychological Science, 25, 1649-1657. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Explains the fundamental concepts and principles of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 2 | Demonstrates theoretical knowledge regarding individuals’ developmental characteristics, learning processes, and behavioral patterns. | X | |||||
| 3 | Relates the concepts and principles of educational foundations to learning, teaching, and assessment processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Explains in depth the theories, principles, and techniques within the field of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 5 | Applies appropriate psychological counseling techniques to support the well-being of individuals and groups in line with relevant theories and research. | X | |||||
| 6 | Uses instructional and assessment methods, techniques, and tools appropriately in accordance with their intended purposes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Effectively employs scientific research methods and ethical principles in identifying and addressing field-specific problems. | X | |||||
| 8 | Designs comprehensive, developmental, and preventive guidance and psycho-educational programs. | X | |||||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with professional ethical principles and standards in Guidance and Psychological Counseling processes. | X | |||||
| 10 | Utilizes supervision processes in psychological counseling practices and conducts consultation activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. | X | |||||
| 11 | Evaluates development, learning, personality, and career theories within the context of factors influencing individual behavior. | X | |||||
| 12 | Demonstrates professional practices from an interdisciplinary and intercultural holistic perspective. | X | |||||
| 13 | Integrates critical, reflective, and creative thinking skills with professional values such as empathy, leadership, communication, and responsibility, and demonstrates these competencies in personal, social, and professional contexts. | X | |||||
| 14 | Follows current developments in the field in line with the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses digital technologies in face-to-face and online environments in accordance with the needs of learners and clients. | X | |||||
| 16 | Independently plans and conducts theoretical and applied studies related to the field. | 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 | 1 | 28 | 28 | |||
| 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 | 40 | 40 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 40 | 40 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 108 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(108/30) | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS PSYCHOLOGY | PCG3212841 | Spring 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 | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assoc.Prof. Asude ÖZDEMİR |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The main objective is to enable students to learn about the life cycle of intimate (i.e. romantic) relationships, from initial attraction and relationship initiation to relationship growth and maintenance and, in some cases, dissolution. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The Nature of Intimate Relationships,Theories, Concepts, and Human Nature,Attachment Approaches,Interdependence Approaches,Relationship Initiation,Relationship Commitment,Relationship Maintenance,Social Context and Dyadic Relationships,Mate Selection,Love,Relationship Dissolution,Communication and Interaction,Relationship Violence,Review. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Students define the basic concepts related to romantic relationships. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 2. Students explain the theories about romantic relationships. | 16, 9 | A, E |
| 3. Students discuss the current scientific literature on close relationships. | 10, 5, 9 | A, E |
| 4. Students critically examine research on intimate relationships. | 10, 13, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 13: Case Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 5: Cooperative Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Nature of Intimate Relationships | Course Reading |
| 2 | Theories, Concepts, and Human Nature | Course Reading |
| 3 | Attachment Approaches | Course Reading |
| 4 | Interdependence Approaches | Course Reading |
| 5 | Relationship Initiation | Course Reading |
| 6 | Relationship Commitment | Course Reading |
| 7 | Relationship Maintenance | Course Reading |
| 8 | Social Context and Dyadic Relationships | Course Reading |
| 9 | Mate Selection | Course Reading |
| 10 | Love | Course Reading |
| 11 | Relationship Dissolution | Course Reading |
| 12 | Communication and Interaction | Course Reading |
| 13 | Relationship Violence | Course Reading |
| 14 | Review |
| Resources |
| Regan, P. (2011). Close Relationships (1st ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203834749 |
| Overall, N. C., & Simpson, J. A. (2015). Attachment and dyadic regulation processes. Current Opinions in Psychology, 1, 61-66. Agnew, C. R. (2014). Relational consequences of personal goal pursuits. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 106, 927-940. McNulty, J. K., Baker, L. R. & Olson, M. A. (2014). Implicit self-evaluations predict changes in implicit partner evaluations. Psychological Science, 25, 1649-1657. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Explains the fundamental concepts and principles of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 2 | Demonstrates theoretical knowledge regarding individuals’ developmental characteristics, learning processes, and behavioral patterns. | X | |||||
| 3 | Relates the concepts and principles of educational foundations to learning, teaching, and assessment processes. | X | |||||
| 4 | Explains in depth the theories, principles, and techniques within the field of Guidance and Psychological Counseling. | X | |||||
| 5 | Applies appropriate psychological counseling techniques to support the well-being of individuals and groups in line with relevant theories and research. | X | |||||
| 6 | Uses instructional and assessment methods, techniques, and tools appropriately in accordance with their intended purposes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Effectively employs scientific research methods and ethical principles in identifying and addressing field-specific problems. | X | |||||
| 8 | Designs comprehensive, developmental, and preventive guidance and psycho-educational programs. | X | |||||
| 9 | Acts in accordance with professional ethical principles and standards in Guidance and Psychological Counseling processes. | X | |||||
| 10 | Utilizes supervision processes in psychological counseling practices and conducts consultation activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. | X | |||||
| 11 | Evaluates development, learning, personality, and career theories within the context of factors influencing individual behavior. | X | |||||
| 12 | Demonstrates professional practices from an interdisciplinary and intercultural holistic perspective. | X | |||||
| 13 | Integrates critical, reflective, and creative thinking skills with professional values such as empathy, leadership, communication, and responsibility, and demonstrates these competencies in personal, social, and professional contexts. | X | |||||
| 14 | Follows current developments in the field in line with the principle of lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 15 | Uses digital technologies in face-to-face and online environments in accordance with the needs of learners and clients. | X | |||||
| 16 | Independently plans and conducts theoretical and applied studies related to the field. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |