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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI208 |
| Name | Developmental Psychology II |
| Term | 2025-2026 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 7 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi KADİR ÇAKIR |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. Cem SOYLU
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To discuss the topics addressed in the field of developmental psychology from adolescence through late adulthood in light of theoretical knowledge and recent research findings, and to examine the patterns of development and change emerging in relation to chronological age.
Course Content
This course will cover the physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional domains of development across various life stages, starting from adolescence through late adulthood. Approximately 75% of the course content will be based on relevant textbooks, while the remaining 25% will consist of recent research findings related to each week's topic.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Santrock, J. W. (2011). Yaşam Boyu Gelişim (13. Basımdan çeviri. Çeviri editörü Yüksel, G.). Ankara: Nobel Yayınevi.
Notes
Erber, T.J. (2018). Yaşlanma ve ileri yetişkinlik (3. baskı) (Çev. Ed. Uçanok, Z.). Ankara: Nobel Yayınları. Shaffer, D. R. ve Kipp, K. (2014). Developmental Psychology: Childhood and Adolescence (9th Edition). Wadsworth Cengage Learning. Whitbourne, S. K., Whitbourne, S. B. ve Konnert, C. (2021). Adult development and aging: Biopsychosocial perspectives (Second Canadian Edition). Toronto: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Ltd.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Understands adult theories. |
| LO02 | It defines adolescent problems by explaining the concepts of self and identity during adolescence. |
| LO03 | It describes the physical and cognitive development changes during young adulthood. |
| LO04 | It defines the areas of social and emotional development during young adulthood. |
| LO05 | It describes physical, cognitive, and socioemotional developments by explaining how life changes in middle adulthood. |
| LO06 | Explains physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development in late adulthood. |
| LO07 | It defines the concept of successful aging and explains the processes through which successful aging occurs. |
| LO08 | It explains the psychological dimensions of individuals confronting their own deaths. |
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 | 2 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | |
| 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. | 2 |
| 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 | Course introduction and syllabus overview | Examination of the course information package | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Chapter 11: Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence (pp. 350-379) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Chapter 12: Socio-emotional Development in Adolescence (pp. 380-413) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Chapter 13: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood (pp. 414-443) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Chapter 14: Socioemotional Development in Early Adulthood (pp. 444-473) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Chapter 15: Physical and Cognitive Development in Middle Adulthood (pp. 474-500) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Chapter 16: Socioemotional Development in Middle Adulthood (pp. 501-529) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Chapter 17: Physical Development in Late Adulthood (pp. 530-559) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Chapter 18: Cognitive Development in Late Adulthood (pp. 560-591) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Chapter 19: Socioemotional Development in Late Adulthood (pp. 592-619) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Chapter XX: Mental health, psychopathology and therapy (Erber [2018]) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Chapter XX: Successful Aging (Whitbourne et al., [2021]) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Chapter 20: Death, Dying, and Grieving (pp. 620-643) | Library and database search | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Course review and Q&A. | Overview | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term exams | Overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| 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 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 170 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,80 | ||
| ECTS | 7 ECTS | ||