PSI207 Developmental Psychology

7 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 3. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS
PSYCHOLOGY PR.
Code PSI207
Name Developmental Psychology
Term 2017-2018 Academic Year
Semester 3. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 7 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label C Compulsory
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KADİR ÇAKIR
Course Instructor Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KADİR ÇAKIR (Güz) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To survey change in development from infancy to adolescence.

Course Content

The social, emotional, biological, and intellectual transitions from childhood to adolescence. Representative theories of development; methodological issues in developmental research.

Course Precondition

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Resources

Notes



Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Students will be able to explain the fundamental debates in developmental psychology
LO02 Students will be able to understand contemporary approaches and theories in developmental psychology.
LO03 Students will be able to critically approach developmental processes from different perspectives.
LO04 Students will be able to describe the processes and stages related to the nature of human development.
LO05 Students will be able to explain the prenatal development process.
LO06 Students will be able to explain physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development in infancy.
LO07 Students will be able to explain physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development in early childhood.
LO08 Students will be able to explain physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development in middle and late childhood.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. 4
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. 2
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective 2
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas 3
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. 3
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. 4
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Conducts basic and applied psychology research
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team.
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs 4
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. 3
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. 4
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Use information and communication technologies effectively.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. 2
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Historical perspectives on the nature of childhood Library and internet use
2 Research methods in developmental psychology Library and internet use
3 Genetics and Heredity Library and internet use
4 The prenatal period, birth and enviromental factors Library and internet use
5 Physical growth and motor skills Library and internet use
6 Perceptual capacities in infancy Library and internet use
7 Language acquisition Library and internet use
8 Attachment Library and internet use
9 MID-TERM EXAM Library and internet use
10 Cognitive development in preschool Library and internet use
11 Cognitive development in school period Library and internet use
12 Physical growth in adolescence Library and internet use
13 Cognitive and moral development in adolescence Library and internet use
14 The concept of self in adolescence Library and internet use
15 Social problems in adolescence Library and internet use
16 FINAL EXAM Library and internet use
17 FINAL EXAM Library and internet use


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 8 8
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 40 40
Total Workload (Hour) 175
Total Workload / 25 (h) 7,00
ECTS 7 ECTS

Update Time: 24.08.2025 10:37