Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Introduction to Psychology II PSİ102 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal Education
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. SEDEF ÜNSAL SEYDOOĞULLARI
Instructor(s)
Goals It is aimed to create an understanding of the concepts, methods and sub-fields of psychology and to provide a basis for the topics that will be covered in detail in different courses in the following years of undergraduate education.
Course Content Explain the basic topics of psychology by giving examples of empirical research. Discusses research articles on the mentioned topics. Explains the field of psychology and the related subjects. Discusses the basic issues of psychology within the framework of major theoretical approaches.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Explain the basic issues of psychology by giving examples of empirical research.
2 Discusses research articles on the mentioned topics.
3 Explains the field of psychology and the subjects it is interested in.
4 Discusses the basic issues of psychology within the framework of major theoretical approaches.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Motivation Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
2. Week Emotion, stress and health Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
3. Week Personality Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
4. Week Personality Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
5. Week Abnormal Behaviour Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
6. Week Abnormal Behaviour Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
7. Week Therapies Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
8. Week Midterm
9. Week Therapies Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Social Psychology
11. Week Endustrial Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
12. Week Forensic Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
13. Week Individual Differences Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
14. Week General Review Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Acquiring current theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
2 Understanding the scientific perspective of psychology and its approach to behavioral and mental processes from a historical perspective
3 Making critical thinking and interpretations based on the scientific knowledge acquired in the field of psychology
4 To have basic knowledge about the processes of relations between people and societies
5 Analyzing the problems encountered in both professional and personal life based on scientific methods specific to psychology
6 To learn the research methods and statistical analysis used in behavioral sciences and the programs required to carry out these analyzes
7 Acquiring basic knowledge and application skills about measurement tools used in psychology research
8 Behaving under ethical principles in professional life based on the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
9 Independently plan, conduct, analyze, interpret and report research based on theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of psychology
10 Taking part in activities, research or projects for the benefit of society to use the theoretical and applied knowledge specific to the field of psychology
11 Effective use of interpersonal and intercultural communication skills in professional activities
12 Working in collaboration with all subfields of psychology and other disciplines
13 Learning internationally accepted scientific writing rules and acquiring the ability to write reports accordingly
14 Being an individual who respects human rights and dignity against all types of prejudice and discrimination
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 0 0 0
PY2 4 0 0 0
PY3 5 0 0 0
PY4 5 0 0 0
PY5 5 0 0 0
PY6 2 0 0 0
PY7 1 0 0 0
PY8 5 0 0 0
PY9 4 0 0 0
PY10 3 0 0 0
PY11 4 0 0 0
PY12 3 0 0 0
PY13 2 0 0 0
PY14 5 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Myers, D. G. ve Dewall, C. N. (2015). Psikoloji (11. Baskı) (Çev.: Çelik Ok, M., Gökçe, G., Guzey Yiğit, M., Güven, E., Ok, A., Yaşın Tekizoğlu, F. ve Yiğit, İ.; Çev. Ed.: A. Durak Batıgün). Ankara: Palme Yayıncılık
  • Ciccarelli, S.K. ve White, J.N. (2021). Psikoloji. (3. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours (14 weeks) 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 10 4 40
Other Activities 1 3 3
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 2 6 12
Homework 2 1 15 15
Practice 6 6 36
Practice End-Of-Term 1 2 2
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0