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GENS 204 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name

Introduction to Psychology I

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
GENS 204	Fall/Spring	3	0	3	6

Prerequisites	None
Course Language
Course Type	Second Foreign Language
Course Level	-
Mode of Delivery	-
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupation Classification	-
Course Coordinator	-
Course Lecturer(s)	Öğr. Gör. Belde MUTAF
Assistant(s)	-

Course Objectives	To introduce the fields of psychology to the students at a general level
Learning Outcomes	The students who succeeded in this course; Identifying the theoretical (e.g. cognitive, social psychology) and applied fields (e.g., health psychology) of psychology. Having knowledge about main theories and approcahes of psychology (e.g, behavioral, cognitive) Learning the research methods that are used in psychology. Having knowledge on how to apply psychological theory and research to different fields. Explaining the different bases (e.g. physiological, social) of human behavior. Learning and using the scientific language used in psychology. Learning the ethical rules that should be applied in psychological research.
Course Description	In this course theoretical and applied fields of psychology are introduced to the students at a general level.
Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Management Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week	Subjects	Related Preparation
1	Discussion to Syllabus
2	Introduction to psychology	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 2-29.
3	Psychological research	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 30-55.
4	Neuroscience and Behavior	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 56-93.
5	Neuroscience and Behavior	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 56-93.
6	Sensation and Perception	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 138-175.
7	States of consciousness	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 138-175.
8	Midterm
9	Evaluation of Midterm/ Learning	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. P. 176-209.
10	Memory	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 210-243.
11	Language and Cognition	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 244-277.
12	Intelligence	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 278-307.
13	Motivation and Emotion	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 278-307.
14	Review of the Semester	Feldman, R. S. (2011). Understanding Psychology. McGraw-Hill. p. 308-341.
15	Final
16	Review of the Semester

Course Notes/Textbooks	Book chapters that are mentioned above and power point presentations.
Suggested Readings/Materials

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities	Number	Weigthing
Participation	-	-
Laboratory / Application	-	-
Field Work	-	-
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	-	-
Portfolio	-	-
Homework / Assignments	-	-
Presentation / Jury	-	-
Project	-	-
Seminar / Workshop	-	-
Oral Exams	-	-
Midterm	2	60
Final Exam	1	40
Total	3	100

Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade	2	60
Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade	1	40
Total	3	100

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Theoretical Course Hours (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)	-	-	-
Study Hours Out of Class	15	3	45
Field Work	-	-	-
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	-	-	-
Portfolio	-	-	-
Homework / Assignments	-	-	-
Presentation / Jury	-	-	-
Project	-	-	-
Seminar / Workshop	-	-	-
Oral Exam	-	-	-
Midterms	2	15	30
Final Exam	1	30	30
		Total	153

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#	Program Competencies/Outcomes		* Contribution Level
#	Program Competencies/Outcomes		1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to have a grasp of basic mathematics, applied mathematics or theories and applications of statistics.		-	-	-	-	-
2	To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge, interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the fields of mathematics or statistics.		-	-	-	-	-
3	To be able to apply mathematics or statistics in real life phenomena with interdisciplinary approach and discover their potentials.		-	-	-	-	-
4	To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach and develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning.		-	-	-	-	-
5	To be able to share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals, non-professionals.		-	-	-	-	-
6	To be able to take responsibility both as a team member or individual in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field, planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project.		-	-	-	-	-
7	To be able to use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge.		-	-	-	-	-
8	To be able to act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.		-	-	-	-	-
9	To be able to possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also environmental protection, worker's health and security.		-	-	-	-	-
10	To be able to connect concrete events and transfer solutions, collect data, analyze and interpret results using scientific methods and having a way of abstract thinking.		-	-	-	-	-
11	To be able to collect data in the areas of Mathematics or Statistics and communicate with colleagues in a foreign language.		-	-	-	-	-
12	To be able to speak a second foreign language at a medium level of fluency efficiently.		-	-	-	-	-
13	To be able to relate the knowledge accumulated throughout the human history to their field of expertise.		-	-	-	-	-

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest

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