Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI424 |
| Name | Contemporary life and human adjustment |
| Term | 2020-2021 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 | Uzaktan 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 introduce the theories and suggested solutions of the process-experiential, constructivist, cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches to adjustment problems in contemporary life.
Course Content
This course includes the theories and solutions of process-experiential, constructivist, cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches to adjustment problems arising in contemporary life.
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. | |
| 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 of the course | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | Humanistic-existential therapy approaches and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Gestalt therapy and adjustment disorders | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | Gestalt therapy and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Transactional Analysis and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Constructivist theory and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Narrative therapy and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Solution-Focused therapy and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | Relational-Cultural theory and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | Cognitive-behavioral approaches and adjustment disorders | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | Cognitive-behavioral approaches and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Choice theory and human adjustment | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Family Systems approach and human adjustment 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | Family Systems approach and human adjustment 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |
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 |