PSYC 335 Positive PsychologyMEF UniversityDegree Programs PsychologyGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Psychology
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

ECTS Course Information Package

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
Course Code PSYC 335
Course Title in English Positive Psychology
Course Title in Turkish Pozitif Psikoloji
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Ters-yüz öğrenme
Level of Course Başlangıç
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: 0 Lab: 0 Other: 0
Estimated Student Workload 144 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To gain an overview of positive psychology.
Course Description Theories and research on positive psychology will be visited by covering different aspects of positive psychology including biological, social, developmental, cognitive and organizational perspectives. Cross-cultural theories as well as interventions to promote human well-being will also be discussed.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) understand better the scope of emerging field of positive psychology;
2) understand and articulate key concepts and findings in positive psychology;
3) integrate several psychological perspectives to apply positive psychology;
4) evaluate evidence for promoting human well-being;
5) relate social and cultural factors with positive psychology.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5
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.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

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. S Exam,Homework
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. S Exam,Homework
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. S Exam,Homework
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. N
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. S Exam,Homework
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,Homework
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. N
Prepared by and Date SENA CÜRE ACER , March 2022
Course Coordinator SENA CÜRE ACER
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. SERİN İŞİAÇIK

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Psychological Well-being and Happiness
2) Positive Emotions
3) Positive Traits
4) Positive Self
5) Positive Relationships
6) The Malleable Brain
7) Resiliency and Coping
8) Revision
9) Midterm
10) Positive Aging, Health and Spirituality
11) Positive Organizations and Leadership
12) Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Positive Psychology
13) Positive Psychology Applications and Interventions
14) Project
15) Final examination period
16) Final examination period
Required/Recommended ReadingsRequired Textbooks: Compton, W. C., & Hoffman, e. (2012). Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing. Cengage Learning, US. Peterson, C. (2006). A Primer in Positive Psychology. New York: Oxford University Press. There will also be a set of required readings from scientific journals and textbooks.
Teaching MethodsLecture
Homework and ProjectsThe purpose of homework is to evaluate students’ level of understanding of covered topics in class and their critical evaluation of real-life issues from a positive psychological perspective.
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesVideos will be shown about several areas and applications of positive psychology.
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterm(s) 1 % 30
Final Examination 1 % 30
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration acers@mef.edu.tr

Students missing an exam or a deadline for a good reason (e.g., if they have a doctor’s report) may be given a makeup exam at the instructor’s discretion. Students are expected to treat university personnel and one another respectfully at all times; this includes showing respect for class content and for others’ opinions. Plagiarism (copying, copy-paste) includes copying sentences or significant sections of sentences from other sources. This can be from other students’ work, or from sources such as books, articles and websites, even if that source is cited in the student’s work. All instances of plagiarism, or other cheating, will result in a grade of zero for that assignment. There will be no opportunity for makeup exams or assignments where plagiarism or other cheating has taken place. Academic dishonesty and plagiarism: Law on Higher Education Art. 54.

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

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 2 3 2 98
Presentations / Seminar 1 5 1 6
Homework Assignments 1 8 8
Midterm(s) 2 8 2 20
Final Examination 1 10 2 12
Total Workload 144
Total Workload/25 5.8
ECTS 6