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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI424 |
| Name | Contemporary life and human adjustment |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. 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 | Arş.Gör. Dr. Gazi KISA |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to provide students with a better understanding of commonly encountered psychological problems and to learn validated methods that are recommended for use in coping with these problems.
Course Content
The psychological problems that are common in contemporary life, the theories about the causes of these problems and the methods recommended by psychologists in dealing with these problems
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
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. | 3 |
| 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 | 5 |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 3 |
| PLO11 | - | Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary teamwork and demonstrates their application skills. | 2 |
| 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. | 4 |
| 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. | 5 |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 1 |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | 4 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 5 |
| 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. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of the course | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | Stress and coping | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Anxiety realted problems (social anxiety) | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | Anxiety realted problems (Test anxiety) | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Anxiety realted problems (Obsessions) | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Anxiety realted problems (Panic) | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Anxiety realted problems (Low self-confidence) | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for exam | |
| 9 | Depression and ways of coping | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | Problems common in close relationships and useful recommendations for coping with them | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | Effective communication with children | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | Behavior control in children | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Grief process and coping | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Procrastination bahavior and suggestions for dealing with procrastination | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | Addiction and coping with addiction | 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 |