Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology
MEF University
Degree Programs
Psychology
General Information For Students
Diploma 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

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Econ., Admin. and Social Sciences
Course Code PSYC 101
Course Title in English Introduction to Psychology
Course Title in Turkish Psikolojiye Giriş
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: None Lab: None Other: None
Estimated Student Workload 124 hours per semester
Number of Credits 5 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To become familiar with the basic theoretical background of major subdisciplines of psychology such as social, developmental, cognitive, clinical, health and be introduced to psychology as a scientific discipline; to be able to understand and critique empirical articles published in highly acclaimed psychology journals.
Course Description This course aims to introduce the students to the scientific study of human nature. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts in the relation between brain and behaviour, learning theories, thinking and memory, development, social interaction, personality and intelligence, and psychopathology. Students will also be introduced to the methods psychologists use in answering their research questions.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders, öğrencileri insan doğasının bilimsel araştırmasıyla tanıştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Öğrenciler beyin ve davranış, öğrenme teorileri, düşünme ve hafıza, gelişim, sosyal etkileşim, kişilik ve zeka, psikopatoloji gibi temel konular hakkında teorik bilgi alacaklar ve aynı zamanda araştırma sorularını yanıtlamakta kullanılan metodları öğreneceklerdir.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) understand the fundamental theories in major subdisciplines of psychology;
2) evaluate scientific articles in relation to the research methods and theories employed;
3) demonstrate confidence comprehending English and communicating it in a scientific manner;
4) create new research ideas;
5) discuss psychological theories and research in the correct ethical format.
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. H Exam
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. S Participation
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. S Participation
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. N Participation
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. S Participation
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). H Exam,Participation
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 Participation
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. H Exam
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. H Participation
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. S Participation
Prepared by and Date BEYZA TEPE ÇOMOĞLU , December 2017
Course Coordinator BEYZA TEPE ÇOMOĞLU
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Assoc. Prof. Dr. ARZU KARAKULAK

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction to course, understanding scientific sources
2) Evolution
3) History & Doing Psychological Research
4) Cognitive Psychology
5) Biological Psychology
6) Midterm I
7) Social Psychology
8) Developmental Psychology
9) Psychology of Individual Differences
10) Psychopathology
11) Midterm II
12) Psychological Interventions
13) Industrial Psychology and Behavioural Economics
14) Forensic Psychology
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsRequired Textbook: Banyard, P., Gillon, D., Norman, C., & Winder, B. (2015). Essential psychology (2th ed.). London, UK: Sage Publications, Ltd. There will also be a set of required readings from Psychological Science.
Teaching MethodsThis course will be taught entirely in the flipped format. Course organization consists of three main works: (1) the first one is watching pre-course videos and doing short assessments related to video content; (2) the second one is integrating pre-course material and adding new concepts during the main class, participating in group works at the end of the main classes; (3) the third one is reading an empirical article together, as a group work, and discussing the article, finding a good question to discuss together.
Homework and ProjectsStudents will be asked to work on articles as a group work and they will find a discussion question in the discussion sessions of the course based on the assigned required reading of an article published in Psychological Science. They will be asked to read the articles and prepare discussion questions prior to the discussion class.before
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesStudents will be asked to read each week’s book chapter and article prior to that week’s classroom session. Classroom discussions will be based on these readings as well as various videos.
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 1 % 15
Homework Assignments 1 % 15
Midterm(s) 1 % 35
Final Examination 1 % 35
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration tepebe@mef.edu.tr

Instructor’s mail address: tepebe@mef.edu.tr Attendance at all classes is mandatory. Students arriving late or unprepared will be barred from that class, which will impact upon their continuous assessment grade. Students must provide a legitimate, acceptable and documented excuse for missing a scheduled exam. There will be a make-up exam if students miss the midterm. Make-up exams could be in a different format than midterm or final exam. 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. The commitment of acts of cheating, lying, and deceit in any of their diverse forms such as plagiarism, and copying during examinations is dishonest and will not be tolerated. Academic dishonesty and plagiarism: YÖK Disciplinary Regulations.

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 1 84
Project 1 8 2 10
Midterm(s) 2 4 2 12
Final Examination 1 16 2 18
Total Workload 124
Total Workload/25 5.0
ECTS 5