Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 445 Readings and Research in Clinical Psychology V
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 445
Course Title in English Readings and Research in Clinical Psychology V
Course Title in Turkish Klinik Psikolojide Okuma ve Araştırma V
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Advanced
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 182 hours per semester
Number of Credits 7.5 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
Course Description This course is designed as an advanced course in readings and research in clinical psychology with a focus on mindfulness and its effects on behavioral health. Students will be introduced to the Western framework and the scientific study of mindfulness, particularly with regard to the neurobiological, behavioral and cognitive mechanisms via which mindfulness influence stress response and psychological health. Students are expected to conduct research in a related topic of their interest.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders, farkındalık ve bunun davranışsal sağlık üzerindeki etkilerine odaklanan klinik psikoloji okumaları ve araştırmaları konusunda ileri düzey bir ders olarak tasarlanmıştır. Öğrencilere Batı çerçevesi ve farkındalığın bilimsel çalışması, özellikle de farkındalığın stres tepkisini ve psikolojik sağlığı etkilediği nörobiyolojik, davranışsal ve bilişsel mekanizmalar ile ilgili olarak tanıtılacaktır. Öğrencilerin ilgi duydukları bir konuda araştırma yapmaları beklenir.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) Formulating a research question
2) Designing a research
3) Collecting, analyzing, and evaluating data
4) Presenting empirical findings in writing and as a poster.
5) Demonstrate knowledge in the concept and practice of mindfulness and the effects of mindfulness on behavioral/psychological health
6) Develop an understanding of the neurobiological, behavioral and cognitive mechanisms underlying the effects of mindfulness-based practices
7) Keep yourself up-to-date with empirical findings related to the effectiveness of mindfulness-based practices.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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,HW,Participation
2) Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. S HW,Lab
3) Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. H HW,Participation
4) Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. H Participation
5) Ability to weigh evidence, to tolerate ambiguity, and to reflect other values that underpin psychology as a discipline. N Participation,Presentation
6) Internalization and dissemination of professional ethical standards. S Participation
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). S Exam,HW,Participation
9) Recognition, understanding, and respect for the complexity of sociocultural and international diversity. S Exam,Participation
10) Recognition for the need for, and the skills to pursue, lifelong learning, inquiry, and self-improvement. H Participation
11) Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. H HW
12) Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. S HW,Participation
13) Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. H HW,Participation
Prepared by and Date SENA CÜRE ACER , December 2023
Course Coordinator SENA CÜRE ACER
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. NAZ ŞANSAL

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction
2) What is Mindfulness?
3) What are Mindfulness-Based and Informed Practices?
4) Effects of Mindfulness on Mental Health and Stress
5) Student Presentations for Research Proposal
6) Mindfulness: Overview of Mechanisms
7) Mechanisms: Attention Regulation
8) Mechanisms: Emotion Regulation, Coping with Stress
9) Mechanisms: Self-Related Processes and Perspective
10) Mechanisms: Body Awareness, Metacognitive Awareness
11) (Self-) Compassion and Psychopathology
12) Mindfulness in Children
13) Poster Presentations
14) Poster Presentations
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended Readings“Required” research and review article assignments (up to two articles per week) will be available via MEF library and Blackboard. References for “suggested” readings will also be provided in order to help you find readings related to your research interests and guide your own research agenda.
Teaching Methods
Homework and Projects
Laboratory Work
Computer Use
Other Activities
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
TOTAL %
Course Administration acers@mef.edu.tr

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 0 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 3 20 15 105
Paper Submission 1 20 15 35
Total Workload 182
Total Workload/25 7.3
ECTS 7.5