Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Developmental Psychology II PSİ204 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Erol UĞUR
Instructor(s)
Goals The aim of this course is to explain the physical, cognitive and socio-emotional changes specific to each developmental period in the life span from adolescence to death, based on a lifespan perspective.
Course Content This course contains; Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence ,Socioemotional Development in Adolescence,Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood,Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood ,Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood ,Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood ,Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood ,Physical Development in Late Adulthood,Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood,Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood,Death, Dying, and Grieving,Overview,Overview.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Gain knowledge about the developmental process from adolescence to advanced adulthood.
2 Gain knowledge of physical, cognitive and socioemotional development from adolescence to advanced adulthood.
3 A lifelong development perspective is achieved.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Theories of adolescence Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
2. Week Physical and mental development in adolescence Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
3. Week Socio-emotional development in adolescence Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study
4. Week Moral development in adolescence Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
5. Week Self and adolescence problems in adolescence Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
6. Week Developmental characteristics of the transition to adulthood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
7. Week Developmental tasks in young adulthood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
8. Week Midterm Class Hours (14 weeks)
9. Week Key characteristics of middle adulthood Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
10. Week Developmental tasks specific to middle adulthood and problems that may be encountered Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
11. Week Developmental tasks in old age Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Physical, cognitive development and psycho-social development in old age Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
13. Week Physical, cognitive development and psycho-social development in old age Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
14. Week General review Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks)
*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
PY1 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5
PY4 2 2 2
PY5 2 2 2
PY6 2 2 2
PY7 1 1 1
PY8 5 5 5
PY9 3 3 3
PY10 3 3 3
PY11 4 4 4
PY12 4 4 4
PY13 2 2 2
PY14 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) 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Other Activities 1 36 36
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 1 27 27
Final 1 3 3
Classroom Activities 1 42 42
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0