PSY330 Cross Cultural Psychology IIIstanbul 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: PSY330
Course Name: Cross Cultural Psychology II
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 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 : Prof. Dr. SERAP ERDOĞAN TAYCAN
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to examine the differences of psychological phenomena according to various parts of the world and the interaction of human behavior with the culture in which it occurs.

Course Content: This course aims to provide students with knowledge about intercultural theories and research and encourages them to critically evaluate current psychological theories from an intercultural perspective.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students gain basic and general knowledge about cross-cultural psychology.
2) Students can follow current developments in this field.
3) Students can explain topics related to cross-cultural psychology to a variety of audiences.
4) Students demonstrate an approach to understanding people with their psychological and social aspects.
5) Students gain the ability to express critical thinking in a constructive way.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to the cross-cultural psychology It will be given to students before the lesson
2) Similarities and differences in behavior across cultures: cultural transmisson, moral development It will be given to students before lesson
3) Similarities and differences in behavior across cultures: social behavior, personality, cognition It will be given to students before the lesson
4) •Similarities and differences in behavior across cultures: emotion, perception, language It will be given to students before the lesson
5) Midterm Exam
6) Approaches from cultural anthropology It will be given to students before the lesson
7) Biology and culture It will be given to students before the lesson
8) Trauma across cultures It will be given to students before the lesson
9) Psychotherapy across cultures It will be given to students before the lesson
10) Cultural aspects of suicide It will be given to students before the lesson
11) Culture and mental disorders It will be given to students before the lesson
12) Refugees and mental health It will be given to students before the lesson
13) Acculturation and intercultural relations It will be given to students before the lesson
14) Cross-cultural psychology: The past and the future It will be given to students before the lesson
15) Review None
16) Final None

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Cross-Cultural Psychology, 2nd Ed. Edited by Kenneth D Keith, Wiley Blackwell
Berry, J.W., Poortiga,Y.H, Breugelmans, S.M., Chasiotis,A., Sam, D.L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji, 3. ed., Çev. Ed.: Doç. Dr. Leman Pınar Tosun, Nobel Yayınları, Ankara
References: Cross-Cultural Psychology, 2nd Ed. Edited by Kenneth D Keith, Wiley Blackwell
Berry, J.W., Poortiga,Y.H, Breugelmans, S.M., Chasiotis,A., Sam, D.L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji, 3. ed., Çev. Ed.: Doç. Dr. Leman Pınar Tosun, Nobel Yayınları, Ankara

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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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

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
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

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
Quizzes 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 30
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 Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 1 20 20
Homework Assignments 3 3 9
Quizzes 2 20 40
Midterms 1 24 24
Final 1 45 45
Total Workload 180