PSI208 Developmental Psychology II

7 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS
PSYCHOLOGY PR.
Code PSI208
Name Developmental Psychology II
Term 2017-2018 Academic Year
Semester 4. 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 (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

To survey change in development from young adulthood to the end of life.

Course Content

Introduction to processes and stages of human development from young adulthood to the end of life, developmental theories, methodological issues in adult developmental research.

Course Precondition

Yok

Resources

Notes



Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Understands adult theories.
LO02 It defines adolescent problems by explaining the concepts of self and identity during adolescence.
LO03 It describes the physical and cognitive development changes during young adulthood.
LO04 It defines the areas of social and emotional development during young adulthood.
LO05 It describes physical, cognitive, and socioemotional developments by explaining how life changes in middle adulthood.
LO06 Explains physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development in late adulthood.
LO07 It defines the concept of successful aging and explains the processes through which successful aging occurs.
LO08 It explains the psychological dimensions of individuals confronting their own deaths.


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.
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 Psychology of Adult Development: Key Characteristics Library and internet use
2 Theories in Adult Development Library and internet use
3 Young Adulthood Library and internet use
4 Socio-cultural Environment in Young Adulthood Library and internet use
5 Middle Age Library and internet use
6 Impact of Gender on Middle Adulthood Library and internet use
7 Socio-cultural Environment in Middle Adulthood Library and internet use
8 Major themes in Late Adulthood Library and internet use
9 MID-TERM EXAM Library and internet use
10 Physical Development in Late Adulthood Library and internet use
11 Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood Library and internet use
12 Socio-cultural Environment in Late Adulthood Library and internet use
13 Emotional Issues in Late Adulthood Library and internet use
14 Death and Dying Library and internet use
15 Overview of Adult Development 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 2 5 10
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 18 18
Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload (Hour) 170
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,80
ECTS 7 ECTS

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