Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 203 Theories of Personality
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 203
Course Title in English Theories of Personality
Course Title in Turkish Kişilik Teorileri
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Lecture
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: None Lab: None Other: None
Estimated Student Workload 141 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 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 acquire the necessary knowledge of personality theories and to foster critical thinking skills in the evaluation of concepts and empirical findings.
Course Description This course is an introduction to personality psychology, which covers the history and methodology of studying personality and the major domains in personality psychology.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders kişilik psikolojisi konusuna giriş niteliğinde bir derstir ve kişilik psikolojisi kuramının tarihini,uygulanan metodolojiyi ve kişilik psikolojisi kuramındaki temel çalışma alanlarını incelemeyi içerir.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) define and understand the concept of personality
2) summarize the features of the main theories (psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, biological, and trait)
3) identify the contributions of major figures/researchers in personality theory
4) evaluate both strong and weak points of each approach, compare and contrast the competing theories, and argue whether research (dis)confirms a certain approach
5) discuss societal/cultural implications of the different approaches
6) identify the biological and social underpinnings of personality
7) identify the relationship between stress, health, and personality
8) provide an overall definition of a personality disorder and differentiate the major types
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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,Participation,Project
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. S Participation,Project
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,Project
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. 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. S Project
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 Participation,Project
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. S Participation,Project
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. S Project
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. H Participation,Project
Prepared by and Date FULYA ÖZCANLI , November 2023
Course Coordinator FULYA ÖZCANLI
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Asst. Prof. Dr. FULYA ÖZCANLI

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction to Personality Theories
2) Freud – Classical Psychoanalysis
3) Jung—Analytical Psychology
4) Neo-analytical Theories
5) Behavioral and Social-Cognitive Learning Theories
6) Humanistic/Existential Theories
7) Trait Perspectives
8) Midterm exam
9) Biological Perspectives
10) Personality & Social Interactions
11) Culture & Personality
12) Personality & Stress, Coping, & Health
13) Personality Disorders
14) Review
15) Final examination period
16) Final examination period
Required/Recommended ReadingsLarsen, R. & Buss, D. (2024). Personality psychology: Domains of knowledge about human nature (8th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw Hill. There will be a set of required readings and videos.
Teaching MethodsThis course will be taught based on the flipped format. Every week students will be assigned an introductory online lecture and their understanding of the main concepts will be assessed via in class discussions and quizzes. Students will be asked to come to class prepared in order to actively participate and contribute class discussions. As the instructor, I commit to prepare updated high-quality learning materials that are appropriate for the second year students.
Homework and ProjectsStudents will be asked to read the assigned book chapter and article or watch the assigned video before coming to class. Students also will be expected to prepare a term paper in which they investigate the personality of a book/movie character.
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesClassroom discussions based on each week’s book chapter, lecture and various videos.
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 1 % 10
Quiz(zes) 1 % 10
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterm(s) 1 % 30
Final Examination 1 % 30
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration ozcanlifu@mef.edu.tr

Students are required to attend to all the classes and to participate in class discussions. Students should provide a legitimate excuse for missing any scheduled exam or presentation. The format of the make-up exams might differ from midterm or final exam. Students are expected to behave in a respectful manner at all times. Any commitment of cheating, lying and deceit in any form such as plagiarism or coping during exams is considered dishonest and will not be tolerated. Any student caught cheating will receive a grade of zero.

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
Project 3 4 1 15
Midterm(s) 1 8 2 10
Final Examination 1 16 2 18
Total Workload 141
Total Workload/25 5.6
ECTS 6