Psychology
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code:

PSI103

Course Name:

Introduction to Psychology I

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	7

Language of instruction:

TR-EN

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

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):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ZEYNEP HALE AKSUNA

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide a general overview focusing on the scientific study of the behavioral and mental processes. The course presents introductory information on the history of psychology, research methods in psychology, the biological basis of behavior, cognitive processing, social influences, developmental psychology, learning, theories of intelligence and personality.
Course Content:	The aim of this course is to provide a general overview focusing on the scientific study of the behavioral and mental processes. The course presents introductory information on the history of psychology, research methods in psychology, the biological basis of behavior, cognitive processing, social influences, developmental psychology, learning, theories of intelligence and personality.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) A
2) a
3) a
4) A
5) A
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)	Science of psychology	Lecturer's notes and related articles
2)	Science of psychology	Lecturer's notes and related articles
3)	Research methods in psychology	Lecturer's notes and related articles
4)	Research methods in psychology	Lecturer's notes and related articles
5)	Learning	Lecturer's notes and related articles
6)	Learning	Lecturer's notes and related articles
7)	All topics covered in the course for 7 weeks	Lecturer's notes and related articles
8)	Physiology and behavior	Lecturer's notes and related articles
9)	Physiology and behavior	Lecturer's notes and related articles
10)	Sensation and perception	Lecturer's notes and related articles
11)	Sensation and perception	Lecturer's notes and related articles
12)	All topics covered in the course for 11 weeks	Lecturer's notes and related articles
13)	lifelong development	Lecturer's notes and related articles
14)	lifelong development	Lecturer's notes and related articles
15)	All topics covered in the course for 14 weeks	Lecturer's notes and related articles

Sources

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Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
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	5
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.	5
3)	Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive.	3
4)	Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English.	5
5)	Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field.	5
6)	Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia.	5

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)

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	2	% 50
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	12	3	36
Laboratory	12	3	36
Study Hours Out of Class	12	3	36
Quizzes	5	20	100
Preliminary Jury	1	2	2
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			214