PSI332 Applied Developmental PsychologyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Civil Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSI332
Course Name: Applied Developmental Psychology
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
2 2 3 6
Language of instruction:
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ZEYNEP HALE AKSUNA
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: It is aimed to discuss the prominent issues and concepts in the field of Developmental Psychology and within the scope of lifelong development.
Course Content: Examination of current issues in developmental psychology within the framework of lifelong development.
To define the basic concepts and topics of developmental psychology.
To be able to describe the developmental stages on examples.
To comprehend and interpret the basic dynamics of developmental psychology.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
1) At the end of this course, students demonstrate an approach to understanding and evaluating child and adolescent development with its psychological and social aspects.
2) At the end of this course, students can do intra- and interdisciplinary teamwork on this subject.
Field Specific Competence
1) At the end of this course, students will have basic and general knowledge about parent-child relationships, relationships between parents and their effects on the child's social development.
2) At the end of this course, students can make explanations and offer solutions to various audiences on issues related to the social and moral development of children and adolescents.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) At the end of this course, students can follow current developments in this field and its applications.

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Parent attitudes and behaviors Reading the required materials
2) Parent attitudes and behaviors- continue Reading the required materials
3) Parent-adolescent relationships Reading the required materials
4) Parent-adolescent relationships Reading the required materials
5) Parent-adolescent relationships - Continue Reading the required materials
6) Midterm Exam I Preparing for the exam
7) Presentation of articles on parent-adolescent relationships Preparing for the presentations
8) Presentation of articles on parent-adolescent relationships Preparing for the presentations
9) Presentation of articles on parent-adolescent relationships Preparing for the presentations
10) Peer relationships Reading the required materials
11) Presentation of articles on peer relations Preparing for the presentations
12) Relationships between parents Reading the required materials
13) Moral development and prosocial behaviors and aggression in children Reading the required materials
14) Presentation of related articles Preparing for the presentations
15) Final Exam Preparing for the final exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Yaşam boyu gelişim anlayışı çerçevesinde gelişim psikolojisinde güncel konuların incelenmesi.
References: Santrock, J.W. (2011). Yaşam Boyu Gelişim, Gelişim Psikolojisi (13. Basımdan Çeviri). (Çev. Ed. Galip Yüksel). Ankara: Nobel Yayın.

Aydın, B. (2013). Çocuk ve Ergen Psikolojisi. Ankara: Nobel Yayın.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Presentation 1 % 25
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 15 45
Application 15 15
Study Hours Out of Class 15 45
Presentations / Seminar 15 35
Homework Assignments 15 30
Midterms 1 3
Final 1 3
Total Workload 176