| School/Faculty/Institute | Faculty of Education | |||||
| Course Code | PCG 201 | |||||
| Course Title in English | Psychology of Learning | |||||
| Course Title in Turkish | Öğrenme Psikolojisi | |||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | |||||
| Type of Course | Flipped Classroom | |||||
| Level of Course | Intermediate | |||||
| Semester | Fall | |||||
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| Estimated Student Workload | 128 hours per semester | |||||
| Number of Credits | 5 ECTS | |||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | |||||
| Pre-requisites | None | |||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | General knowledge about psychology | |||||
| Co-requisites | None | |||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only Undergraduate Students Only Psychology & Psychological Counseling Students | |||||
| Overall Educational Objective | To learn to understand the process of human learning based on different theoretical perspectives. | |||||
| Course Description | The course introduces learners to the principles of learning and behavior by presenting relevant theoretical and empirical approaches within psychology. The overall emphasis is on the theoretical foundations of psychology as they relate to human learning and behavior. The following topics will be reviewed: historical perspectives of early learning theories, basic principles of different theories of learning. | |||||
| Course Description in Turkish | Bu ders psikoloji bilimi çerçevesinde teorik ve deneysel yaklaşımları gözeterek öğrencilere öğrenme ve davranış ilkelerini tanıtmayı amaçlar. Farklı öğrenme teorileri ve bunların eğitim ortamına uygulanışını bu dersin odağıdır. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) describe major historical timelines and perspectives associated with learning theory 2) identify foundational concepts associated with learning theory 3) operate common principles of learning theory into daily practices conducted in different educational settings 4) align major theorists with specific contributions to psychology of human learning 5) analyze and describe empirical research as it relates to the effectiveness of learning and behavior management techniques 6) choose one theory over another when needed. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
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| 1) Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. | ||||||
| 2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | ||||||
| 3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | ||||||
| 4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | ||||||
| 5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. | ||||||
| 6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. | ||||||
| 7) Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. | ||||||
| 8) Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). | ||||||
| 9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. | ||||||
| 10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. | ||||||
| 11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | ||||||
| 12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | ||||||
| 13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. |
| N None | S Supportive | H Highly Related |
| Program Outcomes and Competences | Level | Assessed by | |
| 1) | Thorough knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology. | N | |
| 2) | Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | N | |
| 3) | Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | H | Exam,HW,Participation |
| 4) | Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | N | |
| 5) | Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. | N | |
| 6) | Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. | N | |
| 7) | Demonstration of competence in information technologies, and the ability to use computer and other technologies for purposes related to the pursuit of knowledge in psychology and the broader social sciences. | N | |
| 8) | Skills to communicate the knowledge of psychological science effectively, in a variety of formats, in both Turkish and in English (in English, at least CEFR B2 level). | N | |
| 9) | Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. | S | Participation |
| 10) | Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. | S | HW,Participation |
| 11) | Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | N | |
| 12) | Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | S | Exam,HW |
| 13) | Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. | H | Exam,HW |
| Prepared by and Date | EZGİ TOPLU DEMİRTAŞ , June 2018 |
| Course Coordinator | EZGİ TOPLU DEMİRTAŞ |
| Semester | Fall |
| Name of Instructor | Assoc. Prof. Dr. EZGİ TOPLU DEMİRTAŞ |
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction |
| 2) | Research Methods in Learning |
| 3) | Foundation Concepts in Behaviorism |
| 4) | Instinctive Behavior and Habituation |
| 5) | Counseling Goals and Objectives |
| 6) | Classical Conditioning |
| 7) | Operant Conditioning |
| 8) | Social Learning Theory |
| 9) | Cognitive Learning Theory |
| 10) | Behavior Change Theory |
| 11) | Exam |
| 12) | Final Presentations |
| 13) | Final Presentations |
| 14) | Final Presentations |
| 15) | Final Examination Period |
| 16) | Final Examination Period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | List of readings and indication whether they are required or recommended. 1. Ormrod, J. E.(2012). Human learning (6th Ed.). New Jersey: Pearson Education. 2. Useful study material online on the following web page: https://quizlet.com/subject/Human-Learning%2C-Ormrod/ 3. Recommended Reading: Carey, B. (2016). Nasıl öğreniriz. İstanbul: Butik | ||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Instructional strategy and expectations for both students and instructional staff that follow from this. Student work modes (independently and/or in teams). Any work with the outside community – geographic or industry sector. Various teaching methods such as in class activities, pairwork, groupwork, small and large group discussion, lecturing, student presentations, movie watching and reflecting will be used. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Use of Reading Materials and Discussions The textbook will be guiding this course. Each student is expected to acquire their own copy. Classroom discussions may not cover all the information covered in the book. However, students will be responsible for all the reading material for in class activities, online & in class discussions, and the final exam. Final exam covers all the material from the beginning. Personal Improvement Project: The entire thrust of this class is to introduce students to the various theories of learning including behavior modification techniques. This is in keeping with the central theme of Counseling the goal of which is to promote change each student will be asked to identify a specific goal and plan for change throughout the semester. The motivation of this project comes from the premise that “Change starts with me.” | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Course Administration |
demirtase@mef.edu.tr - |
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| Activity | No/Weeks | Hours | Calculation | ||||
| No/Weeks per Semester | Preparing for the Activity | Spent in the Activity Itself | Completing the Activity Requirements | ||||
| Course Hours | 14 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 70 | ||
| Homework Assignments | 1 | 20 | 1 | 21 | |||
| Midterm(s) | 1 | 8 | 2 | 10 | |||
| Paper Submission | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | ||
| Final Examination | 1 | 16 | 2 | 18 | |||
| Total Workload | 128 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 5.1 | ||||||
| ECTS | 5 | ||||||