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| Code | PSI411 |
| Name | Positive Psychology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. 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 | Gazi KISA |
| Course Instructor |
Gazi KISA
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Aim of this course is to describe positive psychology theorotical background that examines role of strong characteristics of a person and positive social systems in providing optimal well-being.
Course Content
This course will examine various topicsc and researech regarding well being and happiness.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Positive Psychology- Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut
Notes
Contemporary articles about the subject
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the aim, scope and principles of positive psychology. |
| LO02 | Categorizes two of the most important areas of psychology: the psychology of success and the psychology of wellbeing and happiness. |
| LO03 | develop an understanding of the dimensions of success and well-being |
| LO04 | Explains the ways in which positive psychology interventions and experimental research about some interventions. |
| LO05 | explain concepts such as well-being, happiness and positive emotions. |
| LO06 | describe the relationship between emotions and culture. |
| LO07 | Define the relationship between psychological, biological and physical elements of positive psychology. |
| LO08 | Explain the concepts such as wisdom, creativity and perseverance for well being. |
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. | 2 |
| 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 | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 2 |
| 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. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The history of positive psychology | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Forgiveness in positive psychology | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | The psychology of flow | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Mindfulness in positive psychology | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 5 | Optimism | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Self-compassion | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 7 | Motivation is positive psychology | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Positive leadership and its application in the workplace | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Psychological resilience | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Post-traumatic growth | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Positive psychology in preventing and dealing with stress | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Örnek Olay |
| 13 | Positive psychology and hope | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Life satisfaction | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Other topics related to positive psychology | Positive Psychology, Prof. Dr. Sefa Bulut, Nobel Academic | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review | 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 | ||