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| Code | PSI420 |
| Name | Current Issues in Developmental Psychology |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 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
The aim of this course is to examine current issues related to development with a multifaceted perspective within the framework of related research findings.
Course Content
This course covers the process of emergence of current issues in developmental psychology, and examining the basic variables affecting this process from a scientific point of view.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Child Development I-II (2020). HE. G. Kahraman and S. Pekdogan (Ed.). Nobel Publishing, Ankara
Notes
The Discovery of Lifetime Development (2021). Robert S Feldman. Translation (Ed.): Cengiz Şahin, Nobel Publishing, Ankara
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic concepts of development |
| LO02 | Understand basic scientific methods and research designs of developmental psychology. |
| LO03 | Understands the interaction between participation and environment, explains the impact on development. |
| LO04 | Understands the critical periods of physical, cognitive and emotional development. |
| LO05 | Explain the developmental theories from a comparative perspective |
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. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 3 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 3 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 3 |
| 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 | 4 |
| 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. | 4 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 5 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Issues and researches on the agenda of interest in development | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Examination of the selected topic related to infancy | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | An example of a research for the 3-6 age period | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Examination of the chosen topic related to the social development of children | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Examination of a selected topic related to adolescence | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Research topics on peer bullying | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Collective evaluation of the issues discussed | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Sözlü Sınav, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Examination of a subject related to the early adulthood process | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Possible emotional problems in middle age | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Biological changes accompanying middle age | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | İntroduction to old age | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Examination of a chosen topic related to old age | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Examination of death and mourning process | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | General evaluation | Library and internet use | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||