Information Package / Course Catalogue
| 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 437 | ||||
| Course Title in English | Human Neuropsychology | ||||
| Course Title in Turkish | İnsan Nöropsikolojisi | ||||
| Language of Instruction | EN | ||||
| Type of Course | Ters-yüz öğrenme | ||||
| Level of Course | Orta | ||||
| Semester | Spring | ||||
| Contact Hours per Week |
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| Estimated Student Workload | 159 hours per semester | ||||
| Number of Credits | 6 ECTS | ||||
| Grading Mode | Standard Letter Grade | ||||
| Pre-requisites | None | ||||
| Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Expected Prior Knowledge | None | ||||
| Registration Restrictions | Only undergraduate students | ||||
| Overall Educational Objective | Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to: 1. understand the area of neuropsychology and how it has developed until today; 2. comprehend nervous system and functional neuroanatomy; 3. know major neurological syndromes and disorders; 4. conduct neuropsychological research. | ||||
| Course Description | The aim of this course is to present the basics of human neuropsychology. During the course, functional neuroanatomy, major neurological syndromes and disorders, how neuropsychological assessment is done and conducting research in this area will be studied. |
Course Learning Outcomes and CompetencesUpon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:1) understand the area of neuropsychology and how it has developed until today; 2) comprehend nervous system and functional neuroanatomy; 3) know major neurological syndromes and disorders; 4) conduct neuropsychological research. |
| Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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,Derse Katılım,Proje |
| 2) | Understanding of and ability to apply essential research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and data interpretation. | S | Exam,Derse Katılım |
| 3) | Competence to use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry and a scientific approach to solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. | S | Select,Derse Katılım |
| 4) | Understanding and ability to apply psychological principles, skills and values in personal, social, and organizational contexts. | H | Exam,Derse Katılım,Proje |
| 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. | H | Exam,Derse Katılım,Proje |
| 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,Derse Katılım,Proje |
| 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,Derse Katılım |
| 11) | Ability to formulate critical hypotheses based on psychological theory and literature, and design studies to test those hypotheses. | S | Exam,Derse Katılım |
| 12) | Ability to acquire knowledge independently, and to plan one’s own learning. | S | Exam,Derse Katılım,Proje |
| 13) | Demonstration of advanced competence in the clarity and composition of written work and presentations. | H | Derse Katılım,Proje |
| Prepared by and Date | BANU FEMİR GÜRTUNA , December 2023 |
| Course Coordinator | BANU FEMİR GÜRTUNA |
| Semester | Spring |
| Name of Instructor | Asst. Prof. Dr. BANU FEMİR GÜRTUNA |
Course Contents
| Week | Subject |
| 1) | Introduction to the course |
| 2) | The Development of Neuropsychology |
| 3) | The Organization of the Nervous System |
| 4) | Neuropsychological Assessment |
| 5) | Research Methods in Neuropsychology |
| 6) | Neurodevelopmental Disorders |
| 7) | Language Disorders and Review |
| 8) | Midterm exam |
| 9) | Psychiatric and Related Disorders |
| 10) | Neurological Disorders |
| 11) | The Neuropsychology of Motor Disorders |
| 12) | Hemispatial Neglect and Attentional Deficits |
| 13) | Plasticity, Recovery, and Rehabilitation |
| 14) | The Future of Neuropsychology |
| 15) | Final exam period |
| 16) | Final exam period |
| Required/Recommended Readings | Required readings: (1) Kolby, B. & Whishaw, I.O. Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology. (2) Weekly papers given by the instructor. Recommended readings: (1) Zillmer, E. A., & Spiers, M. V. (2001). Principles of neuropsychology. Wadsworth/Thomson Learning. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Flipped format will be used for the whole course. Every week, students will be assigned to online lecture and related articles will be given before the class. It is expected that students read the related articles before the course and understand the concepts discussed in the videos. During the course, these concepts and readings will be discussed by grouping students. All students are expected to be prepared for all classes and actively join the discussions, ask questions and try to find answers to these questions. In case students are having difficulties, they are free to contact the instructor anytime by e-mail. | ||||||||||||||||||
| Homework and Projects | Midterm exam – 30% Quiz I & II – %30 Final %40 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Laboratory Work | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Use | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Other Activities | None | ||||||||||||||||||
| Assessment Methods |
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| Course Administration |
femirb@mef.edu.tr Attendance at all classes is compulsory. Students arriving 15 min. late will not be allowed to join that class. In case of missing an exam, students must provide an acceptable and documented excuse. Make-up exam will be held for the missed exams. Students are expected to treat university staff and others respectfully at all times. The commitment of acts of cheating, lying, and deceit in any of their diverse forms such as plagiarism, and copying during examinations will not be tolerated and will be punished according to YÖK and university regulations. Academic dishonesty and plagiarism: YÖK Disciplinary Regulation |
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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 | ||
| Quiz(zes) | 2 | 16 | 2 | 36 | |||
| Midterm(s) | 1 | 9 | 2 | 11 | |||
| Final Examination | 1 | 14 | 14 | ||||
| Total Workload | 159 | ||||||
| Total Workload/25 | 6.4 | ||||||
| ECTS | 6 | ||||||