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| Code | FEL709 |
| Name | Cultural and Cross-Cultural Psychology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EGEMEN HANIMOĞLU
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
In this course the influence of culture on several areas of psychology, especially on the field of clinical psychology, would be introduced. The influence of the experiences of disadvantaged groups on mental health would be discussed throughout the semester.
Course Content
The aim of this course is to explore the effects of culture on different areas of psychology, especially on clinical psychology. In order to achieve this aim, this course will first explore how culture, ethnicity, and gender influence personality, emotions, motivation, and intelligence, as well as how they relate to the experience and expression of psychological disorders.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education.
Notes
Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines cultural psychology and cross-cultural psychology. |
| LO02 | Defines the basic concepts of cross-cultural psychology (e.g. cultural context, ethnocentrism, cultural relativism). |
| LO03 | Explains cross-cultural differences in the field of psychology. |
| LO04 | Explains the impact of cultural factors on cognitive, social and emotional development. |
| LO05 | Ethnocentric thinking identifies thought errors and stereotypes. |
| LO06 | Explains the research methods of cross-cultural psychology. |
| LO07 | Identifies challenges that arise in intercultural communication (e.g. language barriers, cultural stereotypes). |
| LO08 | Recognize culturally specific mental illnesses. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The philosophy group develops its theoretical knowledge at the level of expertise in its education. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the differences between related disciplines within philosophy group education. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Discusses the interaction between related disciplines in philosophy group education. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the knowledge acquired in philosophy group education in solving social problems. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Solve problems in philosophy group education using scientific research methods. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Independently discusses problems related to people, society and values | 3 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Independently carries out a study that requires expertise in the philosophy group education. | 5 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility individually and/or within a team | 2 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses knowledge related to the field in business and daily life with awareness of social responsibility. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Conducts research on basic problems in the sources in the fields of philosophy, psychology and sociology. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Presents knowledge in the field and solutions to the problems encountered in a systematic and consistent manner, both verbally and in writing. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Independently discusses problems related to people, society and values | 5 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Has computer skills that can be used for scientific research required by philosophy group education. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates verbally and in writing using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Discusses the subject covered during philosophy group education with a critical approach. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It carries out its work on the subject it deals with within the framework of philosophy group education, taking into account ethical values. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Evaluates the subject discussed in philosophy group education in terms of world problems. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Understanding crosscultural psychology | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 1; ss. 31-77 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Critical Thinking in Cross-Cultural Psychology | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 2; ss. 78-145 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Methodology of Cross-Cultural Research | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 3; ss. 146-193 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Cognition, Sensation, Perception, and States of Consciousness | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 4; ss. 194-239 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Intelligence and Emotion | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 5; ss. 240-288 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Intelligence and Emotion II | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 6, ss. 289-331 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Motivation and Behavior | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 7; ss. 332-372 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid Term Exam | Exam Preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Human Development and Socialization | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 8; ss. 373-419 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Psychological Disorders | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 9; ss. 420-471 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Social Perception, Social Cognition and Social Interaction | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 10; ss. 472-522 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Personality and the Self | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 11; ss. 523-559 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Personality and the Self II | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 11; ss. 523-559 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology: Some Highlights | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 12; ss. 560-597 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology: Some Highlights II | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Bölüm 12; ss. 560-597 | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Final Exam | Exam Preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Final Exam | Exam Preparation | 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||