Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Family Communication and Guidance MDR517 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Mustafa KOÇ
Instructor(s) Prof. Dr. Mustafa KOÇ (Bahar)
Goals The aim of this course is to help students understand family communication processes and develop guidance skills to improve these processes. It aims to equip students with competencies in resolving family conflicts, fostering empathy, and applying healthy communication techniques. Additionally, students are expected to gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in family counseling.
Course Content This course explores family communication dynamics, conflict resolution skills, and guidance strategies. It focuses on communication techniques to improve relationship quality among family members, parent-child interactions, and problem-solving approaches. Psychological support methods and family counseling models are also core topics.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction and Family Communication Dynamics
2. Week Roles and Responsibilities in Family Relationships
3. Week Communication Barriers and Solutions
4. Week Types of Family Conflicts and Conflict Resolution Strategies
5. Week Parent-Child Communication: Theories and Applications
6. Week Empathy and Active Listening Techniques
7. Week Psychological Support Methods in Family Guidance
8. Week Vize Haftası / Midterm Week
9. Week Family Counseling Models: Theoretical Approaches
10. Week Family Communication During Crisis Periods
11. Week Supporting Psychological and Social Development of Children and Adolescents
12. Week Family Therapy Techniques and Practice Examples
13. Week Cultural Differences and Family Communication
14. Week General review
*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.
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Aile Terapisi: Teoriler ve Teknikler, Satir, V.
  • Aile Danışmanlığı ve Rehberlik İlkeleri, Türk Psikolojik Danışma ve Rehberlik Derneği.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 24 24
Homework 1 2 18 36
Homework 2 2 18 36
Final 1 29 29
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0