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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI421 |
| Name | Principles and Techniques of Group Counseling |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | MÜNİR YALÇIN ORTAKALE |
| Course Instructor |
MÜNİR YALÇIN ORTAKALE
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA (Güz) (A Group) (Asst. Ins.) |
Course Goal / Objective
General objective of the course: Have the students gain knowledge, skills, attitudes and understanding related to group counseling
Course Content
The general characteristics of group counseling. Comparing individual counseling with group counseling. Helping skills and basic techniques in group counseling. Stages of group counseling process. How to be a effective group leader. The role of group counselor in different group stages. Facilitating skills of group process. Initiating and terminating skills in group counseling, Applying different techniques and skills used in group counseling, The procedure to be followed for the arrangement of the groups, The selection of the group members. Different theoretical approaches for group counseling. Characteristics of group counseling process. The types of groups; Encounter groups, psycho-educational groups, training groups, gestalt groups, psychodrama groups and self-help groups.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Identifies basic concepts and principles regarding group counseling process. |
| LO02 | Lists basic helping skills in group counseling process. |
| LO03 | Gives appropriate examples for each basic thrapeutic skills in group counseling process. |
| LO04 | Describes different methods and tchniques used in the group counseling process. |
| LO05 | Explains where and for which purpose the basic helping skills will be used in group counseling process. |
| LO06 | Lists essential helping skills in group counseling process. |
| LO07 | Gives appropriate examples for each basic thrapeutic skills in group counseling process |
| LO08 | Clasify types of different groups |
| LO09 | Evaluate necessary skills to be gained to help the group members, |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explains the main concepts, questions and issues in the field and the sub-fields of psychology. | 4 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the concepts of scientific research methods and principles. | 2 |
| PLO03 | - | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 4 |
| PLO04 | - | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 3 |
| PLO05 | - | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 5 |
| PLO06 | - | Explain the ethical principles and values of psychology and conducts research and application in accordance with these principles. | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Applies critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills in techniques and methods of psychology profession. | 4 |
| PLO08 | - | Explains the cognitive processes of humans and animals. | 1 |
| PLO09 | - | Comprehends the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human with scientific thinking | 3 |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 3 |
| PLO11 | - | Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary teamwork and demonstrates their application skills. | 3 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 5 |
| PLO13 | - | Applies therapeutic and empathic communication skills with ethical responsibility. | 5 |
| PLO14 | - | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 5 |
| PLO15 | - | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 5 |
| PLO16 | - | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 4 |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 1 |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | 5 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 4 |
| PLO20 | - | Explains verbally and in writing effectively. Develops himself with the principle of lifelong development in addition to professional development, for the individual development of the scientific, social, cultural and sportive areas. Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. Applies successfully the knowledge and skills learned in basic and applied psychology. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | History of group counseling. The general characteristics of group counseling. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | Comparing individual counseling with group counseling. Helping skills and essential techniques in group counseling | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Stages of group counseling process, | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | How to be a group leader. The role of group counselor in different group stages. Facilitating skills of group process. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Facilitating skills of group process. Group counseling skills. Initiating and terminating skills in group counseling, process and sessions. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Group counseling skills Applying different techniques used in group counseling, | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Grupla danışmada farklı teknikleri uygulama | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for exam | |
| 9 | The procedure to be followed for the arrangement of the groups, | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | The procedure to be followed for the arrangement of the groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | The selection of the group members, Ethic Standarts in group counseling | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | The selection of the group members, Ethic Standarts in group counseling | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Different theoretical approaches for group counseling. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Different theoretical approaches for group counseling. The types of groups: Encounter groups, Psycho-educational groups, training groups, gestalt groups, psychodrama groups and self-help groups. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | The types of groups: Encounter groups, Psycho-educational groups, training groups, gestalt groups, psychodrama groups and self-help groups. | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Studying for exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying for exam |
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 |