PSYCHOLOGY (MASTER) (THESIS)
Qualification Awarded	Program Süresi	Toplam Kredi (AKTS)	Öğretim Şekli	Yeterliliğin Düzeyi ve Öğrenme Alanı
Master's ( Second Cycle) Degree	2	120	FULL TIME	TYÇ, TR-NQF-HE, EQF-LLL, ISCED (2011):Level 7 QF-EHEA:Second Cycle TR-NQF-HE, ISCED (1997-2013): 31

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

3020002013

Ders İsmi:

Development Theories II

Ders Yarıyılı:

Fall

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Labs	Credit	ECTS
3	0	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Other Recommended Topics for the Course:

none

Type of course:

Anabilim Dalı/Lisansüstü Seçmeli

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Prof. Dr. Telat Gül ŞENDİL

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to introduce students to advanced theories that explain human development and to examine how these theories are related to current research and practice. The course aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of developmental processes, analyze the interactions between theories, and explore how these theories can be applied in different contexts (clinical, educational, social policy). In addition, students are expected to gain the ability to critically evaluate and synthesize developmental theories.

Course Content:

Overview of Developmental Theories and Basic Concepts

Basic concepts in developmental psychology and historical development of theories

Lifelong study of developmental processes

Week 2: Advanced Theories in Cognitive Development

Post-Piagetian approaches to cognitive development

Information processing theory and cognitive development

Week 3: Theories of Language Development

Chomsky's theory of the language acquisition device

Social interactionism and language development

Week 4: Theories of Moral Development

Kohlberg's stages of moral development

Gilligan's feminist approach to moral development

Week 5: Theories of Emotional Development

Theories of emotion regulation

Emotional intelligence and its development

Week 6 Theories of Social Development

Current reflections of social learning theory

Peer relationships and social development

Week 7: Current Approaches in Attachment Theory

Adult attachment styles and relationships

Attachment and psychopathology

Week 8: Theories of Culture and Development

Cross-cultural development research

Current interpretations of Vygotsky's sociocultural theory

Week 9: Neuroscience and Developmental Theories

Brain development and plasticity

The impact of neuroscientific findings on theories of development

Week 10: Theories of Positive Development and Psychological Resilience

Positive psychology and development

Psychological resilience and protective factors

Week 11: Application Areas of Development Theories

The use of developmental theories in the fields of education, clinical and social policy

Case studies and application examples

Week 12: Comparison and Critical Analysis of Developmental Theories

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Will be able to define and explain advanced theories of development.
2) will be able to analyze how developmental theories are related to current research.
3) will be able to compare different developmental theories and evaluate their similarities and differences.
4) will be able to discuss the applications of developmental theories in clinical, educational and social policy areas.
5) will be able to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of theories.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Overview of Developmental Theories and Basic Concepts Basic concepts in developmental psychology and historical development of theories Lifelong study of developmental processes	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
2)	Advanced Theories in Cognitive Development Post-Piagetian approaches to cognitive development Information processing theory and cognitive development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
3)	Theories of Language Development Chomsky's theory of the language acquisition device Social interactionism and language development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
4)	Theories of Moral Development Kohlberg's stages of moral development Gilligan's feminist approach to moral development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
5)	Theories of Emotional Development Theories of emotion regulation Emotional intelligence and its development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
6)	Theories of Social Development Current reflections of social learning theory Peer relationships and social development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
7)	Current Approaches in Attachment Theory Adult attachment styles and relationships Attachment and psychopathology	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
8)	Theories of Culture and Development Cross-cultural development research Current interpretations of Vygotsky's sociocultural theory	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers
9)	Neuroscience and Developmental Theories Brain development and plasticity The impact of neuroscientific findings on theories of development	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers
10)	Theories of Positive Development and Psychological Resilience Positive psychology and development Psychological resilience and protective factors	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers
11)	Application Areas of Development Theories The use of developmental theories in the fields of education, clinical and social policy Case studies and application examples	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers
12)	Comparison and Critical Analysis of Developmental Theories Strengths and weaknesses of theories The future of developmental theories and new directions	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.
References:	Santrock, J. W. (2020). Life-Span Development. McGraw-Hill Education. Berk, L. E. (2018). Development Through the Lifespan. Pearson. Miller, P. H. (2016). Theories of Developmental Psychology. Worth Publishers.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Students will have advanced theoretical knowledge in the fields of developmental and experimental psychology and will consolidate this knowledge through scientific research and professional practice.
2) The program provides students with the skills to conduct independent research, use scientific data analysis techniques and produce academic publications.
3) Graduates gain the competence to work responsibly in line with the ethical rules and professional standards in the field of psychology.
4) Graduates will be able to take an active role in multidisciplinary projects by collaborating with professionals in different fields related to psychology such as health, education and business.
5) The program trains graduates as experts who contribute to society by raising awareness of taking part in projects for the protection and improvement of psychological health at the individual and community level.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Students will have advanced theoretical knowledge in the fields of developmental and experimental psychology and will consolidate this knowledge through scientific research and professional practice.
2)	The program provides students with the skills to conduct independent research, use scientific data analysis techniques and produce academic publications.
3)	Graduates gain the competence to work responsibly in line with the ethical rules and professional standards in the field of psychology.
4)	Graduates will be able to take an active role in multidisciplinary projects by collaborating with professionals in different fields related to psychology such as health, education and business.
5)	The program trains graduates as experts who contribute to society by raising awareness of taking part in projects for the protection and improvement of psychological health at the individual and community level.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Anlatım
Bireysel çalışma ve ödevi
Course
Okuma
Homework

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Homework
Bireysel Proje
Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Semester Final Exam	1	% 40
Quiz	1	% 20
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	13	6	78
Laboratory	2	5	10
Application	2	5	10
Study Hours Out of Class	2	6	12
Presentations / Seminar	2	5	10
Project	2	6	12
Homework Assignments	2	1	2
Quizzes	2	6	12
Midterms	1	3	3
Paper Submission	2	6	12
Final	1	6	6
Total Workload			167