Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI442 |
| Name | Psychoeducation Groups |
| Term | 2019-2020 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 | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to prepare students for designing, leading and evaluating psychoeducation groups conducted in different settings where psychological counseling services are offered.
Course Content
Concept of psychoeducation, characteristics of group psychoeducation, development of psychoeducation programs, formation and implementation of psychoeducation groups
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Tell the characteristics of psychoeducation groups |
| LO02 | Compares the psychoeducation groups with other group types |
| LO03 | List the techniques that can be used in psychoeducation groups |
| LO04 | Tells what to do to identify the group members |
| LO05 | Compose the subject, purpose and target audience of a psychoeducation program |
| LO06 | Configures the contents of a psychoeducation program |
| LO07 | List what needs to be done to evaluate the effectiveness of a psychoeducation program |
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. | |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the concepts of scientific research methods and principles. | |
| PLO03 | - | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | |
| PLO04 | - | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | |
| PLO05 | - | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | |
| PLO06 | - | Explain the ethical principles and values of psychology and conducts research and application in accordance with these principles. | |
| PLO07 | - | Applies critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills in techniques and methods of psychology profession. | |
| PLO08 | - | Explains the cognitive processes of humans and animals. | |
| PLO09 | - | Comprehends the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human with scientific thinking | |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | |
| PLO11 | - | Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary teamwork and demonstrates their application skills. | |
| PLO12 | - | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | |
| PLO13 | - | Applies therapeutic and empathic communication skills with ethical responsibility. | |
| PLO14 | - | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | |
| PLO15 | - | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | |
| PLO16 | - | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | |
| 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. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Purpose, Content, Importance, Rules and Requisities | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | The concept of psychoeducation and the place of psychoeducation groups among other group types | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Characteristics of psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | Determination of the subject, purpose and target group of psychoeducation program | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Indication of the rationale for psychoeducation program | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Determining the aims of the psychoeducation program | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Structuring the content of the psychoeducation program | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for exam | |
| 9 | Evaluation of the effectiveness of psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | Stages of psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | Session stages in psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | Techniques that can be used in psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Determination of group members | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Leadership in psychoeducation groups and problematic behaviors that can be observed in members of psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | Ethical and professional issues related to psychoeducation groups | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Studying for exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Studying for exam |