PSI306 Cognitive Psychology

6 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 6. Semester- 3 National Credit
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Course Learning Outcomes
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Week Plan
Assessment
Student Workload - ECTS

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Unit FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS
PSYCHOLOGY PR.
Code PSI306
Name Cognitive Psychology
Term 2017-2018 Academic Year
Semester 6. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 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 Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ BERBERLER
Course Instructor Dr. Öğr. Üyesi NURCİHAN KİRİŞ (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

This course is aimed to introduce human cognitive processes, attention span, short term and long term memory. This course consists of both theoretical and practical applications.

Course Content

: Current and classıcal research and theory concerning mental processing and mental structures. Emphasis on the processes of perceiving, learning, remembering, and thinking. The merits and limitations of studying these processes from an information-processing perspective exploring behavioral and neuropsychological paradıgms ıs emphasızed. Attention, perception, multiple memory systems, retention, recall, the role of language and reasoning will be examined.

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Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Distinguish the theories about cognitive processes.
LO02 Defines the research methods of cognitive psychology.
LO03 Evaluates the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human beings with scientific thinking.
LO04 Reads articles in this field with a critical perspective.
LO05 Explains the methods used in cognitive psychology.
LO06 Explains the techniques used in cognitive psychology.
LO07 Associates cognitive researches with theories about cognitive processes.
LO08 Explains historical development of cognitive psychology.


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. 3
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective.
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
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. 3
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Conducts basic and applied psychology research 3
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
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. 2
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 How the Brain Gives Rise to the Mind. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
2 Perception 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
3 Attention 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
4 Representation and Knowledge in Long-Term Memory. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
5 Encoding and Retrieval from Long-Term Memory 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
6 Working Memory 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
7 Executive Processes. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
8 MIDTERM EXAM I
9 Emotion and Cognition 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
10 Decision Making. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
11 Problem Solving and Reasoning. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
12 Motor Cognition and Mental Simulation. 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
13 Language 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
14 Language 1. Smith E.E. & Kosslyn S.M. (2014). Cognitive Psychology. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. (Çev. Muzaffer Şahin). 2. Stenberg R.J. & Stenberg K. (2012). Cognitive Psychology (Sixth ed.). Wadsworth Cengage Learning.
15 FINAL


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 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload (Hour) 157
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,28
ECTS 6 ECTS

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