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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Social Psychology I |
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| Course Code |
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RPD203 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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2 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Instructor İSMAİL SANBERK
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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1. Explains the basic concepts of social psychology and the theories related to these concepts. (theories about social influence, conformity, attitudes, attitude formation)
2. Distinguishes the main differences between social psychology, sociology and psychology, and defines and explains each one.
3. Outlines the basic works in the history of the development of social psychology and identifies the names of the people who contributed to this discipline.
4. Describes the methods and techniques used in research in social psychology.
5. Analyzes the elements of the person which is a factor in the socialization process.
6. Integrates and reaches generalizations about how impact social influence,group processes, culture and society on personality and self development.
7. Evaluates the social influence on person´s attitude and behavior.
8. Makes an explanation and analysis about attitude, propaganda and process of attitude change.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The goals of this course are to (a) improve an understanding of social psychological explanations for social influence and interaction and to (b) to improve an understanding of the research methodologies commonly used to understand social influence and interaction. |
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| Course Contents |
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This course offers a broad introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of human social influence and interaction. We will explore the various ways people think about, affect, and relate to one another. The course will cover topics such as the research in social psychology, group influences on person behavior, persuasion, attitudes, social cognition and interpersonal relationships etc.. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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PDR-SÖB Classroom |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
What is social psychology? Its historical development and the its appearance as a work area |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.21-37). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.9-37) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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2 |
The development of social psychology (Past and present) |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.21-37). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.9-37) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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3 |
Social psychology research methods and examples |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.41-68). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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4 |
Social influence and conformity |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.71-106). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.211-237) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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5 |
Social influence and obedience |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.71-106). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.211-237) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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6 |
Attitudes - the formation of attitudes |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.109-152). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.139-176) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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7 |
midterm exam |
Prepare for the exam |
Written exam |
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8 |
Measurement of attitudes
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Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.109-152). Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.139-176) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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9 |
Stereotyped attitudes (prejudice) |
Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.177-210) |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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10 |
Communication, propaganda: the process of attitude change |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.191-234). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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11 |
Communication, propaganda: the process of attitude change |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.191-234). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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12 |
Attribution theories |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.247-277). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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13 |
Attribution theories |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. (P.247-277). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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14 |
Group structure |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.302-341). Hogg, M.A. ve Vaughan, G.M. (2007). Social Psychology. (Translated by İ.Yıldız ve A.Gelmez). Ütopya Yayınevi, Ankara. (S.303-343; 427-480). |
Lecture, discussion, brainstorming |
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15 |
Group dynamics |
Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul. Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.(P.302-341). Hogg, M.A. ve Vaughan, G.M. (2007). Social Psychology. (Translated by İ.Yıldız ve A.Gelmez). Ütopya Yayınevi, Ankara. (S.303-343; 427-480). |
Lecture, question-answer, discussion, brainstorming |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Prepare for the exam |
Written exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. (2008). Human and Humans Today. Introduction to Social Psychology. Evrim Yayınevi, İstanbul.
Taylor,S.E., Peplau, L.A. ve Sears, D.O. (2007). Social Psychology (Translated by A.Dönmez). İmge Kitabevi, Ankara.
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| Required Course Material(s) | |
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
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Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
60 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
0 |
40 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Explains basic concepts and principals of Psychological Counseling and Guidance |
0 |
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2 |
Explains the developmental characteristics of the individual and the factors that affect this development |
4 |
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3 |
Examines and evaluates problems in educational environment and in everyday life from the point of philosophy, sociology and psychology |
0 |
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4 |
Explains theories of personality, psychological counseling and learning |
0 |
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5 |
Explains career development and career choice process |
0 |
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6 |
Explains scientific research methods and techniques |
3 |
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7 |
Explains how to begin and maintain psychological counseling and guidance process |
0 |
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8 |
Explains psychological counseling and guidance practices appropriate for clients with different development and characteristics |
2 |
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9 |
Explains classroom and behavior management approaches |
0 |
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10 |
Formulates and evaluates psychological counseling and guidance programs |
0 |
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11 |
Does guidance practices appropriate for different educational levels |
0 |
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12 |
Acknowledges individuals with normal and abnormal characteristics |
1 |
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13 |
Uses helping skills effectively in psychological counseling |
0 |
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14 |
Takes the responsibility of his/her decisions about her/his life and career |
5 |
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15 |
Develops insight and is open to learning and development |
4 |
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16 |
Shows empathy and care towards people |
4 |
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17 |
Uses effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships |
3 |
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18 |
Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place |
2 |
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19 |
Acts appropriately with professional ethical standarts |
0 |
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20 |
In addition to professional development, develops himself/herself by identifying his/her needs in several areas such as science, culture, art and social in accordance with her/his ability and interest. |
0 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
5 |
5 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
5 |
5 |
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Total Workload: | 94 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 3.76 |
| ECTS Credit: | 4 |
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