Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
History of Psychology PSİ407 Turkish Compulsory 7. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Formal
Course Coordinator Arş. Gör. Bahar AYKAÇ
Instructor(s) Arş. Gör. Bahar AYKAÇ (Güz)
Goals The aim of the course is to provide students with information about the historical development of psychology and its main schools.
Course Content In this course, within the scope of the history of psychology, students will be informed about the philosophical and physiological effects on psychology, structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, psychoanalysis and post-modern approaches.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Understands the philosophical foundations of psychology.
2 To have knowledge and comments about the currents that form the basis of psychology.
3 Positioning philosophical currents according to time and context, being able to connect different currents, understand the historical development of philosophy and psychology.
4 Understands the formation and development processes of philosophically based movements (behaviorism, psychoanalysis, humanism, etc.) commonly used in psychology.
5 Understands the current positions of currents commonly used in psychology and their effects on psychology and clinical studies.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Examining the history of psychology studies Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
2. Week Philosophical and physiological effects on psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
3. Week Modern Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
4. Week Structuralism Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
5. Week Functionality: Initial Effects, Development and Establishment Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
6. Week Applied Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
7. Week Behaviorism: the beginning process Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities Class Hours (14 weeks)
8. Week MIDTERM EXAM Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
9. Week Behaviorism: The development process Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
10. Week Psychoanalysis: Early Theories, Reflections on Psychopathology, Fundamental Concepts and Views Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
11. Week Opponents of Psychoanalysis and Its Derivatives Class Hours (14 weeks) Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities
12. Week Gestalt Psychology: Initial Effects, Basic Concepts and Views & Humanistic Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
13. Week Cognitive Psychology Preparation, After Class Study Class Hours (14 weeks) Other Activities
14. Week Post-Modern Approaches Preparation, After Class Study Other Activities 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 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 5 5 5 5 5
PY3 5 5 5 5 5
PY4 4 4 4 4 4
PY5 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 3 3 3 3 3
PY7 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 3 3 3 3 3
PY9 3 3 3 3 3
PY10 3 3 3 3 3
PY11 3 3 3 3 3
PY12 4 4 4 4 4
PY13 2 2 2 2 2
PY14 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Schultz, D.P. & Schultz, S.P. (2001). History of Modern Psychology, Kaknüs Publications.
  • Benjamin, L. T. (2014). A Brief History of Modern Psychology. (Trans.: C. Malakcıoğlu). Ankara: Nobel Publishing House.
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 1 25 25
Other Activities 1 25 25
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 1 4 4
Final 1 3 3
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0