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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI327 |
| Name | Interviewing Techniques |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Sezin ANDİÇ BAŞBUĞ |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BATTAL GÖKTÜRK GÖK
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of the course is to enable students to understand the importance and function of basic interview skills, to use these skills effectively and to create therapeutic conditions.
Course Content
The content of the course includes the introduction of observation and interview techniques used in the field of psychology and gaining knowledge and skills in both theoretical and practical interview techniques.
Course Precondition
There are no prerequisites.
Resources
Sommers-Flanagan, J., & Sommers-Flanagan, R. (2009). Clinical interviewing (4th ed.). Wiley.
Notes
Morrison, J. (2014). The first interview (4th ed.). Guilford Press.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the purpose, types, and function of interviews in psychology. |
| LO02 | Discusses the importance of therapeutic conditions and the therapeutic relationship during the interview process. |
| LO03 | Demonstrates the application of basic observation and interview skills in the field of psychology. |
| LO04 | Develops an individual awareness of the role of the interviewer. |
| LO05 | Develops basic interviewing skills. |
| LO06 | Associates the practice of interviewing to therapeutic conditions. |
| LO07 | Adheres to the principles of professional ethics during the counselling process, maintains appropriate boundaries and ensures that informed consent requirements are met. |
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. | 3 |
| 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 | |
| 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. | 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 3 |
| 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. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Review of the course content | Review of resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Types of interviews and their purposes | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Interviewer skills, awareness, insight, and emotions | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 4 | Barriers to becoming an interviewer | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Therapeutic relationship and alliance | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Rol Oynama, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Basic attention, listening, and action skills | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Rol Oynama, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Physical setting, professional issues, informed consent, limitations | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Questioning techniques I | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 10 | Questioning techniques II | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 11 | Stages of the interview: Opening and introduction | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Rol Oynama, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması |
| 12 | Stages of the interview: Information gathering and terminating | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması |
| 13 | Crisis and risk assessment | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Psychological assessment | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Sensitive issues in psychological assessment and report writing | Reviewing the resources related to the subject and preparing for the subject | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reviewing the resources on the subject and preparing for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reviewing the resources on the subject and preparing for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Ödev |
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 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 86 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,44 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||