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| Unit | FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION |
| JOURNALISM PR. | |
| Code | GZT109 |
| Name | Introduction to Psychology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. Zeynep ÖZARSLAN |
| Course Instructor |
Cem SOYLU
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The general aim of the course is to familiarize students with the basic concepts mentioned in the course definition, as well as to create a general understanding of psychological research, basic theories and applications in the field.
Course Content
This course is a comprehensive introduction to the study of the human mind and the understanding of human behaviour. Important topics in psychology such as development, emotions, memory, nervous system and genetics, development, theories of personality will be examined.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for the course.
Resources
Ciccarelli, S. K., & White, J. N. (2014). Psikoloji: Bir keşif gezintisi (3. Basımdan çeviri). Ankara: Nobel Yayınevi. (Çeviri editörü Şahin, D. N.).
Notes
Santrock, J. W. (2011). Yaşam Boyu Gelişim (13. Basımdan çeviri). Ankara: Nobel Yayınevi. (Çeviri editörü Yüksel, G.).
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains basic concepts and principals of Psychology |
| LO02 | Explains the developmental characteristics of the individual and the factors that affect this development |
| LO03 | Explains the problems in daily life from the perspective of philosophy, sociology and psychology. |
| LO04 | Explains basics of history of psychological and related teories. |
| LO05 | ists the stages of the psychological counselling process. |
| LO06 | Defines the working principles of the human brain and its effects on human behaviour. |
| LO07 | Explains the development processes of the individual from childhood to old age. |
| LO08 | Distinguish emotional differences and perceptual changes. |
| LO09 | Defines the basic theories of motivation. |
| LO10 | Distinguish individuals with normal and abnormal characteristics. |
| LO11 | Treats individuals with abnormal characteristics. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines the concepts and professional rules related to the profession and field of journalism. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines news production, consumption and distribution processes, news sources, news / media text types. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | List the theories, models and approaches related to media and communication systems. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Outlines the legal framework of journalism in Turkey and internationally, the legal rights of journalists, press professional principles, and ethical codes. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Designs scientific research in the field of social sciences and humanities, especially communication and media. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Compares traditional and new/digital communication technologies, computers and information systems. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares written, visual and audio content for traditional and digital journalism/media environments. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Discusses the concepts/areas of society, culture and communication. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Apply democratic rules, human rights and communication rights to promote social reconciliation and peace. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Supports individual and collective work in professional life. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Critically discusses the agenda and innovations of local, regional, national and international media with new perspectives. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Examines traditional and digital media contents with critical approaches with media literacy competence. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Describe the professional, commercial and legal processes of journalism and media organizations, current and emerging business models. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Criticizes otherizing, discriminatory and hateful discourses in the media and society. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Through theoretical and practical knowledge, he/she supports decision-making mechanisms both in the media organization where he/she works and in the society where he/she lives. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Supports cultural, artistic and scientific activities related to the field. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Design solutions to problems in the functioning of journalism/media organizations. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies new generation journalism technologies. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Performs duties such as press consultancy, communication coordination, press advisory, and communication management in various institutions and organizations. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Supports work and worker safety within the framework of laws and regulations. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Science of Psychology | To have knowledge about the science of psychology | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | The Biological Perspective | Reading the chapter on biological beginnings from course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Learning | Doing research on learning | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Memory | Reading the section on memory from course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Cognition: Thinking, Intelligence, and Language | Reading the relevant chapter from the course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Prenatal Development and Birth | Research on development, prenatal and postnatal | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Cognitive Development | Searching for, reading, and reviewing sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 8 | Midterm exam | Reading course resources and notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence | Research on physical and cognitive development in adolescence | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Theories of Personality | Reading the chapters related to personality theory from course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Psychological Disorders | Research on psychological disorders | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Örnek Olay, Anlatım |
| 12 | Psychological Therapies | Reading the relevant chapter from the course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 13 | Motivation, Stress, and Emotion | Reading course resources related to Motivation, Stress and Emotions | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Treatment and Therapy | Reading and researching about Treatment Methods in Psychological Disorders | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Örnek Olay, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Social interactions and communication | Reading the subject of human effects and communication from course resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading sources and notes in the course | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading sources and notes in the course | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 24 | 24 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 100 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,00 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||