Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROUP PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING | PCG3216452 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ahmet ŞİRİN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ahmet ŞİRİN |
| Assistant(s) | - |
| Aim | With this course, it is aimed that students gain knowledge and skills about the basic concepts of group counseling, the group process and the principles and techniques of group counseling. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Basic Concepts of Group Counseling ,Logical Framework of Group Counseling ,Planning and Forming the Group ,Initial Phase of the Group ,Transition Phase of the Group ,Action Phase of the Group ,Termination Phase of the Group ,Midterm,Difficult Behaviors in Group Members and Coping with Them ,Leadership in Group Counseling ,Leader Skills in Group Counseling ,Week Use of Activities ,Ethical Principles in Group Counseling ,General Evaluation and Termination of the Course. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Explain the basic concepts, principles, stages, and theoretical foundations of group counseling | A, C | |
| Describe the processes of planning, forming, conducting, and terminating a counseling group | A, C | |
| Apply basic group counseling skills, leader roles, techniques, and activities appropriate to different stages of the group process. | A, C | |
| Evaluate ethical issues, difficult member behaviors, and appropriate intervention strategies in group counseling practices. | A, C |
| Teaching Methods: | |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Concepts of Group Counseling | Notes |
| 2 | Logical Framework of Group Counseling | Notes |
| 3 | Planning and Forming the Group | Notes |
| 4 | Initial Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 5 | Transition Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 6 | Action Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 7 | Termination Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 8 | Midterm | Notes |
| 9 | Difficult Behaviors in Group Members and Coping with Them | Notes |
| 10 | Leadership in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 11 | Leader Skills in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 12 | Week Use of Activities | Notes |
| 13 | Ethical Principles in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 14 | General Evaluation and Termination of the Course | Notes |
| Resources |
| 1.Demir, A. and Koydemir, S. (2011). Group Counseling. Ankara: PegemA Publishing 2. Voltan-Acar, N. (2012). Principles and Techniques of Group Counseling. Ankara: Nobel Publishing 3.Yalom, I. (2002). Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy. Kabalcı Publishing 4.•Corey, M., Corey, G., & Corey, C. (2016). Groups in Psychological Counseling: Process and Practice. (Trans. Ed., F. Aysan, S. Balcı Çelik, A. Uz Baş), Ankara: Nobel Publishing. 5.Carroll, M. R. and Wiggins, J. D. (2010). Elements of Group Counseling. (Trans. Ed. S. Doğan), Ankara: Pegem A Publishing 6.Voltan-Acar, N. (2012). Exercises-Experiments in Group Counseling. Ankara: Nobel Publishing |
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 | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 115 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(115/30) | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROUP PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING | PCG3216452 | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ahmet ŞİRİN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ahmet ŞİRİN |
| Assistant(s) | - |
| Aim | With this course, it is aimed that students gain knowledge and skills about the basic concepts of group counseling, the group process and the principles and techniques of group counseling. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Basic Concepts of Group Counseling ,Logical Framework of Group Counseling ,Planning and Forming the Group ,Initial Phase of the Group ,Transition Phase of the Group ,Action Phase of the Group ,Termination Phase of the Group ,Midterm,Difficult Behaviors in Group Members and Coping with Them ,Leadership in Group Counseling ,Leader Skills in Group Counseling ,Week Use of Activities ,Ethical Principles in Group Counseling ,General Evaluation and Termination of the Course. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Explain the basic concepts, principles, stages, and theoretical foundations of group counseling | A, C | |
| Describe the processes of planning, forming, conducting, and terminating a counseling group | A, C | |
| Apply basic group counseling skills, leader roles, techniques, and activities appropriate to different stages of the group process. | A, C | |
| Evaluate ethical issues, difficult member behaviors, and appropriate intervention strategies in group counseling practices. | A, C |
| Teaching Methods: | |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, C: Multiple-Choice Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Concepts of Group Counseling | Notes |
| 2 | Logical Framework of Group Counseling | Notes |
| 3 | Planning and Forming the Group | Notes |
| 4 | Initial Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 5 | Transition Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 6 | Action Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 7 | Termination Phase of the Group | Notes |
| 8 | Midterm | Notes |
| 9 | Difficult Behaviors in Group Members and Coping with Them | Notes |
| 10 | Leadership in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 11 | Leader Skills in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 12 | Week Use of Activities | Notes |
| 13 | Ethical Principles in Group Counseling | Notes |
| 14 | General Evaluation and Termination of the Course | Notes |
| Resources |
| 1.Demir, A. and Koydemir, S. (2011). Group Counseling. Ankara: PegemA Publishing 2. Voltan-Acar, N. (2012). Principles and Techniques of Group Counseling. Ankara: Nobel Publishing 3.Yalom, I. (2002). Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy. Kabalcı Publishing 4.•Corey, M., Corey, G., & Corey, C. (2016). Groups in Psychological Counseling: Process and Practice. (Trans. Ed., F. Aysan, S. Balcı Çelik, A. Uz Baş), Ankara: Nobel Publishing. 5.Carroll, M. R. and Wiggins, J. D. (2010). Elements of Group Counseling. (Trans. Ed. S. Doğan), Ankara: Pegem A Publishing 6.Voltan-Acar, N. (2012). Exercises-Experiments in Group Counseling. Ankara: Nobel Publishing |
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 | |