Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Developmental Psychology I PSİ203 Turkish Compulsory 3. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Erol UĞUR
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Erol UĞUR (Güz)
Goals This course aims to introduce students to human development in physical, cognitive, and social abilities from infancy through childhood.
Course Content Basic concepts and principles related to development, factors affecting development: hereditary factors, environmental factors, historical time factor; theories of development: Freud's psychosocial development theory, Erikson's psycho-social development theory, Piaget's cognitive development theory, Maslow's personality development theory, Levinson's developmental theory, ecological approach (Bronfenbrenner); prenatal development, physical development in childhood, cognitive development, personality development, moral development; physical development in adolescence, specific developmental tasks in adolescence, cognitive development, personality development, moral development and psycho-social development in adolescence
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Define important processes, periods and issues in development.
2 Define the research methods of developmental psychology.
3 Explain the genetic basis of development and the genetic-environment debate.
4 Explain physical and cognitive development in infancy.
5 Explain physical and cognitive development in prenatal period.
6 Explain pscyhosocial development in infancy.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week The perspective of lifespan development Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Developmental processes - basic concepts Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
3. Week Factors affecting development, genetic factors, environmental factors, the historical term factor Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
4. Week Research methods in lifespan development Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
5. Week Prenatal development Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
6. Week Birth and postpartum period - physical development in infancy Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
7. Week Cognitive development in infancy Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities Preparation, After Class Study
8. Week Midterm Class Hours (14 weeks)
9. Week Socio-emotional development in infancy Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
10. Week Physical development in childhood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
11. Week Cognitive development in childhood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
12. Week Language development in childhood Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
13. Week Personality and moral development in childhood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
14. Week General review 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 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY7 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY11 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY12 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY14 5 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Santrock, J. W. (2011). Yaşam Boyu Gelişim (13. Basım) (Çev. Ed. G. Yüksel). Ankara: Nobel Yayınları.
  • Keenan, T. & Evans, S. (2009). An Introductionto Child Development (2th ed.). Sage Publications Smith.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours (14 weeks) 3 14 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 1 27 27
Other Activities 1 36 36
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Final 1 3 3
Classroom Activities 1 42 42
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0