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| Code | PSI453 |
| Name | Political Psychology |
| Term | 2023-2024 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Özge ONUR |
| Course Instructor |
1 |
Course Goal / Objective
The main aim of the course is to understand and analyze fundamental political issues using psychological theories and studies.
Course Content
The definition and brief history of political psychology, personality and politics, conflict and decision-making in groups, voting behavior, ethnic and racial conflicts, and the psychology of international relations are covered with an interdisciplinary approach.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Özlem Dirilen Gümüş, Siyaset psikolojisi, Ankara, Nobel Yayınevi, 2015.
Notes
Martha L. Cottam, Elena Mastors, Thomas Preston, Beth Dietz, Siyaset Psikolojisine Giriş, çev. Mesut Şenol John T. Jost, Jim Sidanius, Political psychology: Key Readings, New York, Psychology Press
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines political psychology and gains knowledge of the brief history of political psychology. |
| LO02 | Understands the relationship between personality and politics. |
| LO03 | Interpret the behavior considering the content and context. |
| LO04 | Has information about decision making processes in groups. |
| LO05 | Understands the nature of the conflicts in groups. |
| LO06 | Interprets the political behaviors happening in the current world. |
| LO07 | Knows the role of media on politics. |
| LO08 | Interpret ethnic and racial conflicts from the perspective of political psychology. |
| LO09 | Understands the nature of conflicts. |
| LO10 | Has information about conflict resolution strategies. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. | 4 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 3 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 2 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition and Brief History of Political Psychology | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Personality and Politics | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Cognition, Emotions, Social Identity and Attitudes | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 4 | Behaviorism and Decision Making | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Psychology of Obedience | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Group Processes and Group Decision Making | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Conflict in Groups | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Making the relevant reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Voting Behavior | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Psychology of Ethnic and Racial Conflicts | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Media and Political Psychology | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Social Movements | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | The Role of Leadership in Politics | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Psychology of International Relations | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Conflict and Negotiation | Making the relevant reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Making the relevant reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Making the relevant reading | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||