PSY329 Cross Cultural Psychology IIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Banking and InsuranceGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Banking and Insurance
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSY329
Course Name: Cross Cultural Psychology I
Course Semester: Fall
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): Prof. Dr. SERAP ERDOĞAN TAYCAN
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi İLKER ÇAYLA
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) Have basic and general knowledge about cross-cultural psychology.
2) They can follow the current developments in this field.
3) They can make explanations about cross-cultural psychology to various audiences.
4) They exhibit an approach to understanding people with their psychological and social aspects.
5) They have 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) Meeting, Sharing course content, Overview of Cross-Cultural Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
2) Introduction to Cultural Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
3) The Concept of Culture and Definitions of Different Cultures Lecturer's notes and related articles
4) Research, Methods and Theory in Cultural Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
5) Cross-Cultural Similarities and Differences: Individual Development Lecturer's notes and related articles
6) Social Behavior Lecturer's notes and related articles
7) Midterm Lecturer's notes and related articles
8) Personality Lecturer's notes and related articles
9) Midterm Lecturer's notes and related articles
10) Acculturation Lecturer's notes and related articles
11) Intercultural Relationships Lecturer's notes and related articles
12) Intercultural Relationships Lecturer's notes and related articles
13) Assessing students through presentations Lecturer's notes and related articles
14) Assessing students through presentations Lecturer's notes and related articles
15) Assessing students through presentations Lecturer's notes and related articles
16) Final Lecturer's notes and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: 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: 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

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Program Outcomes
1) explain the essential body of knowledge in the area of banking and insurance, including evolution of the discipline, the state-of-the-art concepts, scientific methodology, theories and models.
2) employ the appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in the related areas, interpret results and propose solutions.
3) recognize and assess legal environment in banking and insurance industries
4) explain ongoing operational and managerial methods in banking and insurance industries
5) discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and expertise to successfully establish and develop their own ventures.
6) develop the capacity to assess current global economic issues.
7) translate and explain the content of the documents written in English related to the field
8) express he role of international capital markets in the global economy; accordingly define the concept of risk in terms of measurement and management
9) identify standards of personal, professional, social and business ethics, evaluate the ethical implications of various practices in the related areas, and be aware the importance of ethical behavior in adding value to the society.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) explain the essential body of knowledge in the area of banking and insurance, including evolution of the discipline, the state-of-the-art concepts, scientific methodology, theories and models.
2) employ the appropriate tools and analytical techniques to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data in the related areas, interpret results and propose solutions.
3) recognize and assess legal environment in banking and insurance industries
4) explain ongoing operational and managerial methods in banking and insurance industries
5) discover and create entrepreneurial opportunities and expertise to successfully establish and develop their own ventures.
6) develop the capacity to assess current global economic issues.
7) translate and explain the content of the documents written in English related to the field
8) express he role of international capital markets in the global economy; accordingly define the concept of risk in terms of measurement and management
9) identify standards of personal, professional, social and business ethics, evaluate the ethical implications of various practices in the related areas, and be aware the importance of ethical behavior in adding value to the society.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
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
Homework Assignments 2 % 20
Presentation 1 % 10
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 Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 3 9 27
Presentations / Seminar 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 2 20 40
Midterms 1 24 24
Paper Submission 1 20 20
Final 1 45 45
Total Workload 166