SPOR010 ChessIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs PsychologyGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Psychology
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: SPOR010
Course Name: Chess
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 4
Language of instruction: TR
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Common Pool
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 GÖKHAN ÇETİNKAYA
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi GÖKHAN ÇETİNKAYA
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: In the course, it is aimed to convey basic information about the game of chess, which we can call a brain sport. It is also aimed that the students have a good time and progress in level.
Course Content: Chess is a mind game that has been played for centuries, in which complex maneuvers and strategic planning stand out. The art in this game is in the movement of your pieces and the way you determine the winning strategy.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Understands the importance and necessity of planned action.
2) Gains the habit of concentrating on a single subject.
3) Provides critical and analytical thinking skills.
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) History of chess
2) Rules of chess
3) Concepts to know in chess
4) Movements of stones
5) Terms
6) Opening principles
7) Basic openings
8) Exam
9) Mid game
10) End game
11) Arena tournament
12) Puzzles
13) Traps
14) Match analysis
15) Swiss tournament
16) Exam

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Okuma materyalleri, ödev kağıtları ile birlikte haftalık olarak verilecektir.

Reading material will be given on weekly Basis together with the assignment sheets.
References: 1. Capablanca, J. R. (2020). Satrancın temelleri. Satranç Okulu Yayınevi.
2. Seirawan, Y. (2012). Satrançta kazandıran taktikler. İş Bankası Kültür Yayınları.
3. TSF. (2021). Satranç oyun kuralları. https://www.tsf.org.tr/

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Graduates acquire profound knowledge about the basic theories of psychology and gain the ability to use this equipment effectively on the field
2) With the readings and discussions included in the department courses, our students graduate as individuals who can think critically, question and express their opinion in the professional and social fields.
3) Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive.
4) Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English.
5) Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field.
6) Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Graduates acquire profound knowledge about the basic theories of psychology and gain the ability to use this equipment effectively on the field
2) With the readings and discussions included in the department courses, our students graduate as individuals who can think critically, question and express their opinion in the professional and social fields.
3) Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive.
4) Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English.
5) Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field.
6) Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Lesson
Problem Solving
Web Based Learning

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 15
Application 1 % 15
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 13 39
Midterms 1 1
Final 1 1
Total Workload 41