Faculty Of Economıc, Admınıstratıve And Socıal Scıences
Psychology (Englısh)

Course Information

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY II
Code Semester Theoretical Practice National Credit ECTS Credit
Hour / Week
PSY102 Spring 3 0 3 6

Prerequisites and co-requisites
Language of instruction English
Type Required
Level of Course Bachelor's
Lecturer Prof. Dr. Ünsal Yetim
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Suggested Subject none
Professional practise ( internship ) None
Objectives of the Course Course aims to provide students with a general orientation in the theories, methods, and areas of application of psychology.
Contents of the Course This course is an introduction to basic psychological processes such as intelligence, motivation and emotion, sexuality and gender, human development, personalitypsychological disorders etc. These topics will be examined in the context of major theoretical approaches in psychology such as behaviorist, cognitive, psychodynamic and socio-cultural. Emphasis will be placed on the science of psychology and the ways psychological science has affected our understanding of human nature and behavior.

Learning Outcomes of Course

# Learning Outcomes
1 Explain the field of psychology and its subject areas
2 Explain the major topics of psychology within the perspective of major theories
3 Explain the major interest areas of psychology by giving examples from empirical studies
4 Discuss research articles from psychology journals relevant to each topic
5 . weigh evidence, tolerate ambiguity, act ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of psychology as a discipline.

Course Syllabus

# Subjects Teaching Methods and Technics
1 Introduction Synchronous + Asynchronous
2 Thinking and Intelligence Synchronous + Asynchronous
3 Development Over The Life Span Synchronous + Asynchronous
4 States of Consciousness Synchronous + Asynchronous
5 Motivation and Emotion Synchronous + Asynchronous
6 Personality: Theories of the Whole Person Synchronous + Asynchronous
7 Midterm Exam Synchronous + Asynchronous
8 Personality: Theories of the Whole Person Online
9 Social Psychology Synchronous + Asynchronous
10 Social Psychology Synchronous + Asynchronous
11 Psychological Disorders Synchronous + Asynchronous
12 Therapies for Psychological Disorders Synchronous + Asynchronous
13 From Stress to Health and Well-Being Synchronous + Asynchronous
14 Summary Synchronous + Asynchronous
15 Final Exam Online
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Course Syllabus

# Material / Resources Information About Resources Reference / Recommended Resources
1 Psychology Core Concepts (2012) Philip G. Zimbardo, Robert L. Johnson, Vivian McCann.

Method of Assessment

# Weight Work Type Work Title
1 40% Mid-Term Exam Mid-Term Exam
2 60% Final Exam Final Exam

Relationship between Learning Outcomes of Course and Program Outcomes

# Learning Outcomes Program Outcomes Method of Assessment
1 Explain the field of psychology and its subject areas 1͵2͵3 1͵2
2 Explain the major topics of psychology within the perspective of major theories 1͵2͵3 1͵2
3 Explain the major interest areas of psychology by giving examples from empirical studies 1͵2͵3 1͵2
4 Discuss research articles from psychology journals relevant to each topic 1͵2͵3 1͵2
5 . weigh evidence, tolerate ambiguity, act ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of psychology as a discipline. 1͵2͵3 1͵2
PS. The numbers, which are shown in the column Method of Assessment, presents the methods shown in the previous table, titled as Method of Assessment.

Work Load Details

# Type of Work Quantity Time (Hour) Work Load
1 Course Duration 14 3 42
2 Course Duration Except Class (Preliminary Study, Enhancement) 14 3 42
3 Presentation and Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
4 Web Research, Library and Archival Work 0 0 0
5 Document/Information Listing 0 0 0
6 Workshop 0 0 0
7 Preparation for Midterm Exam 1 18 18
8 Midterm Exam 1 7 7
9 Quiz 0 0 0
10 Homework 0 0 0
11 Midterm Project 0 0 0
12 Midterm Exercise 0 0 0
13 Final Project 0 0 0
14 Final Exercise 0 0 0
15 Preparation for Final Exam 1 34 34
16 Final Exam 1 7 7
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