PSI476 Learning Theories and Behavior Modification

5 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 8. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code PSI476
Name Learning Theories and Behavior Modification
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
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 Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ
Course Instructor
1 2
Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)
Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ (B Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

This course aims to provide an overview of selected theories of learning. Behaviorism is presented as the main focus of the class among the theories. This course is design to teach fundamental and advanced principles of behavior change.

Course Content

This course covers selected theories of learning, with the main focus on Behaviorism.

Course Precondition

NA

Resources

Öğrenmenin Bilimsel Temelleri - Tevfik Alıcı - Kaknüs Yayınları

Notes

TedX and Youtube videos related to topics


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Students will be able to explain learning theories in general terms.
LO02 Students will be able to explain principles of Behaviorism.
LO03 Students will be able to explain principles of Behavior Modification.
LO04 Students will be able to explain strategies of Behavior Modification with examples.
LO05 Students explain the development of the field of learning.
LO06 Students explain the principles of increasing the frequency of behaviors.
LO07 Students explain the principles of decreasing the frequency of behaviors.
LO08 Students prepare behavior modification plans in theory.


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.
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. 4
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
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
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. 4
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Use information and communication technologies effectively. 3
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. 4


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to the course and discussion on topics. Having the class materials Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 Basics Concepts of Learning Scaning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
3 History of Learning, and Learning Theories Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
4 Classical Conditioning Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma
5 Operant Conditioning Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
6 Operant Conditioning 2 Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma
7 Schedules of Reinforcement Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
8 Mid-Term Exam Exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Ödev
9 Behavior Modification Techniques Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Assignment Discussion Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması
11 Assignment Discussion part 2 Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması
12 Assignment Discussion part 3 Research Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması
13 Presentation Student Presentation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Proje Temelli Öğrenme
14 Presentation part 2 Student Presentation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Proje Temelli Öğrenme , Soru-Cevap
15 Discussion Discussion Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap
16 Term Exams exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams exam 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

Update Time: 13.06.2024 04:17