PSI206 Learning Psychology

6 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 3 National Credit
Information About Course

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Goal, Content & Resources
Course Learning Outcomes
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
Week Plan
Assessment
Student Workload - ECTS

Information

Unit FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS
PSYCHOLOGY PR.
Code PSI206
Name Learning Psychology
Term 2021-2022 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 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. 3
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective.
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective 3
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas 2
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. 1
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. 1
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Conducts basic and applied psychology research
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. 1
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs 2
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists.
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Use information and communication technologies effectively.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world.
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association.


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 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
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

Update Time: 06.05.2025 09:05