Course Objectives: |
This course presents students with a broad introduction to the major themes of social psychology. Generally, the lectures aim to explore the many ways in which we can be influenced by other people and the social environment we live in and also to introduce students to the main theories, research, and scientists of the different areas of social psychology, including cognitive processes (e.g., social cognition, social perception, the self) and social relations between people (e.g., group processes). Aside from theoretical knowledge, the course will provide insight into a variety of areas as well as the ability to analyse and formulate societal examples. |
Course Content: |
Self-Understanding, Social Cognition, Social Perception, Self-Justification, Attitudes and Attitude Change, Group Processes |
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Orientation- Introduction to the course
Introduction to Social Psychology |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 1 |
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Methodology |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları Chapter 2 |
3) |
Social Thinking- self-understanding |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 5 |
4) |
Social Thinking- self- understanding |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 5 |
5) |
Social Thinking- social cognition |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları Chapter 3 |
6) |
Social Thinking- social perception |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları Chapter 4 |
7) |
Social Thinking- social perception |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları Chapter 4 |
8) |
Mid-term |
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9) |
Social Thinking- self-justification |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 6 |
10) |
Social Influence- conformity |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları Chapter 8 |
11) |
Social Influence- Attitudes and Attitude Change |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 7 |
12) |
Social Influence- Attitudes and Attitude Change |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 7 |
13) |
Social Influence- Group Processes |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 9
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14) |
Social Influence- group processes |
Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert (2020) Sosyal Psikoloji. 4. basım. Kaknüs Yayınları- Chapter 9 |
15) |
Review |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Knows the basic concepts and subfields of the science of psychology. Uses the knowledge based on theoretical practice in the field of study. |
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2) |
Knows the basic research methods of the science of psychology, applies and interprets the data obtained. |
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3) |
Our graduates are aware of their competence and competencies in their studies in the field. |
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4) |
Our graduates continue their professional development by constantly following local and universal developments that will contribute to their professional life. |
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5) |
Our graduates contribute to their field by having effective communication and problem solving skills. |
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Our graduates know the ethical values of psychology science and respect differences. |
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Our graduates know the social and universal effects of the field of study and its legal consequences. |
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8) |
Our graduates are knowledgeable about other fields related to psychology. Uses this knowledge in collaborative work. |
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9) |
Follows the English literature and basic resources in the field of psychology. |
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