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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI206 |
| Name | Learning Psychology |
| Term | 2019-2020 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. 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 | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The purpose of the course is to critically evaluate and discuss the theories, concepts and principles of learning in humans and animals
Course Content
In this course, students will be introduced to the major themes in the field of LaerningPsychology, including classical and operant conditioning, extinction, schedules of reinforcement and basic reinforcement theories, punishment, escape and avoidance, animal cognition and learning theories.
Course Precondition
PSİ 101 Psikolojiye Giriş I ve PSİ 102 Psikolojiye Giriş II derslerini almış olmak
Resources
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines the nature of learning. |
| LO02 | Explains the basic principles of learning processes. |
| LO03 | Comprehends basic theoretical issues in learning psychology. |
| LO04 | Explains the experimental procedures used in learning psychology. |
| LO05 | Applies learning principles to real life situations. |
| LO06 | .Discuss important theories of learning psychology. |
| LO07 | explains history of learning psychology. |
| LO08 | Describes concepts of learning psychology. |
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. | 5 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the concepts of scientific research methods and principles. | 5 |
| PLO03 | - | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 3 |
| PLO04 | - | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 5 |
| PLO05 | - | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 1 |
| PLO06 | - | Explain the ethical principles and values of psychology and conducts research and application in accordance with these principles. | 3 |
| 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. | 5 |
| PLO09 | - | Comprehends the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human with scientific thinking | 5 |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 4 |
| 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 | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Applies therapeutic and empathic communication skills with ethical responsibility. | 3 |
| PLO14 | - | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 3 |
| PLO15 | - | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 4 |
| PLO16 | - | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 3 |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 3 |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | 3 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 3 |
| 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. | 1 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Concepts | Reading source | |
| 2 | Historical Development | Reading source | |
| 3 | The Nature of Unconditioned Behavior | Reading source | |
| 4 | Habituation and Sensitization | Reading source | |
| 5 | Classical Conditioning: Foundations | Reading source | |
| 6 | CS-US Relevance and Belongingness in Classical Conditioning | Reading source | |
| 7 | CS-US Relevance and Belongingness in Classical Conditioning | Reading source | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources | |
| 9 | Instrumental Conditioning: Foundations Fundamental elements of instrumental conditioning | Reading source | |
| 10 | Instrumental Conditioning: Foundations Fundamental elements of instrumental conditioning | Reading source | |
| 11 | Schedules of Reinforcement | Reading source | |
| 12 | The theories of reinforcement: The response deprivation hypothesis, Premack principle | Reading source | |
| 13 | The theories of reinforcement: The response deprivation hypothesis, behavioral regulation | Reading source | |
| 14 | The theories of reinforcement: The response deprivation hypothesis, behavioral regulation | Reading source | |
| 15 | Punishment, Escape and Avoidance | Reading source | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review the topics discussed in the lecture notes and sources |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 80 |
| 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 | ||