Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 351 Psycholinguistics
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 351
Course Title in English Psycholinguistics
Course Title in Turkish Psikodilbilim
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Spring
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 146 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites PSYC 205 - Research Methods I
Expected Prior Knowledge Research methods in psychology
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To become familiar with the basic theoretical background of major subdisciplines of psychology and linguistics.
Course Description This course aims to introduce the students to the interdisciplinary aspects of language and communication. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts in the relation between social interaction, linguistic theories, language development from interdisciplinary aspects such as psychology, linguistic anthropology and musicology. Students will also be introduced to the psychopathology in relationship with communication and social interactional disorders.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders, öğrencileri psikoloji, dilbilim ve iletişim biçimlerinin kesişiminde klasik ve disciplinlerarası yaklaşımlarla tanıştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Öğrenciler farklı bilimsel yaklaşım ve disiplinlerle dilin ve iletişimin karmaşık yapısına dair temel konular hakkında teorik bilgi alacaklardır. Aynı zamanda, müzikalite yoluyla farklı iletişim biçimlerine teorik giriş ve makaleler üzerinden bu alanda yapılan araştırmalarla tanışacaklardır.

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 linguistics;
2) evaluate scientific articles in relation to the research methods and theories employed;
3) show confidence in comprehending English and communicating it in a scientific manner;
4) create new research ideas;
5) discuss psycholinguistic 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
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. S Participation
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. H Participation
Prepared by and Date EBRU YILMAZ , March 2022
Course Coordinator SENA CÜRE ACER
Semester Spring
Name of Instructor

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction and Overview of the Class
2) Language and Communication
3) Linguistic Theories I
4) Linguistic Theories II : Nature and Nurture Debate
5) Early Communicational Models
6) Research on Mother-Infant Interaction
7) Language Socialization
8) Language and Psychopathology
9) Music and Language
10) Communicative Musicality
11) Neuropsychology of Music
12) Ethnomusicology
13) Jazz Improvisations
14) Wrap Up
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsField, J. (2003). Psycholinguistics: A resource book for students. London: Routledge, 2003. There will also be a set of required readings from several journals.
Teaching MethodsThis course will be taught entirely in the flipped format. Students will be assigned an introductory online lecture every week as well as an empirical article. During class time, I will first assess and reinforce the students’ grasp of basic concepts from the online lecture. Following this, students will be asked to discuss the empirical articles in English with the help of the instructor. Each week, a number of students will be responsible to create discussion questions regarding the article and the articles will be discussed based on their research methodology and theoretical background. Students will be expected to prepare for class by spending sufficient time to master the preparatory materials. They will also be expected to contribute appropriately to class discussions and to assisting the learning of other students. I as the instructor commit to preparing and selecting high-quality materials for each class, at an appropriate, not-too-difficult level of English (this course is aimed at first year students).
Homework and ProjectsStudents will be asked to coordinate one of 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.
Laboratory Work
Computer Use
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 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 40
Presentation 1 % 10
Final Examination 1 % 40
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration yilmazeb@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 Regulation.

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 2 10 3 26
Final Examination 1 20 2 22
Total Workload 146
Total Workload/25 5.8
ECTS 6