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| Code | PSI207 |
| Name | Developmental Psychology |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 7 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KADİR ÇAKIR |
Course Goal
To survey change in development from infancy to adolescence.
Course Content
The social, emotional, biological, and intellectual transitions from childhood to adolescence. Representative theories of development; methodological issues in developmental research.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Infant and Childeren (2015). Laura E. Berk. Translation (Ed.): N.I.Erdogan, Nobel Publishing, Ankara
Notes
Developmental Psychology (2006). Edited by Alan Slater - Gavin Bremmer, Blackwell. Publishing Ltd, UK
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Describe and critique key theoretical perspectives on child development. |
| LO02 | Demonstrate knowledge of the scientific method and research designs in developmental pyschology. |
| LO03 | Explain the nature and nurture interaction effect on development. |
| LO04 | Identify key periods and tools of the infants when exploring the world. |
| LO05 | Explain four periods of cognitive development by providing specific examples. |
| LO06 | Demonstrate knowledge of the general physical and cognitive skills development of school-age children. |
| LO07 | Explains the physical and mental development of adolescence. |
| LO08 | Identify the psychosocial developmental stages of adolescents. |
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. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 5 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 5 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 4 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 2 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Historical perspectives on the nature of childhood | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Research methods in developmental psychology | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Genetics and Heredity | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | The prenatal period, birth and enviromental factors | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Physical growth and motor skills | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Cognitive development in infancy | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Emotional and social development in infancy | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Physical development in early childhood | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Cognitive development in preschool | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Cognitive development in school period | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Physical growth in adolescence | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Cognitive and moral development in adolescence | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | The concept of self in adolescence | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Social problems in adolescence | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 170 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,80 | ||
| ECTS | 7 ECTS | ||