PSI438 Close Relationships

5 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 8. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code PSI438
Name Close Relationships
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 8. 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 Gazi KISA
Course Instructor
1 2
Gazi KISA (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

Aim of this course is to describe importance of relations, maintaining the relationship, different relationships and gender issues in a intimate relations such as friends, romantic partners, family members.

Course Content

This course will examine various issues in the study of close relationships using psychological theory and research. We will examine the development of interpersonal attraction, theories of love and relationship development, common problems in relationships (jealousy, loneliness, conflict). This course will primarily focus on romantic relationships and friendships.

Course Precondition

None

Resources

Psychology of Close Relationships, Ali Dönmez, Nobel Academic

Notes

Contemporary articles about the subject


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Able to explain the basic concepts and theories of psychology on close relationships.
LO02 Able to explain the basic research and applications about close relationships in the field of psychology.
LO03 Able to achieve basic skills related to the design and performance of the study
LO04 Able to analyze and interpret the close relationships in a scientific framework.
LO05 Able to analyze and interpret their close relationships in a scientific framework.
LO06 Able to explain the effect of culture in close relations.
LO07 Able to explain the theories of love and define the characteristics of pathological love.
LO08 Able to explain the problems in close relations from psychological perspective.


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. 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas 2
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills.
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. 2
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Conducts basic and applied psychology research
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team.
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. 3
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. 3
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. 2
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. 2
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Course instructions Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
2 Chapter One The Importance of Relationships Four experimental articles featuring Terror Management Theory Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
3 The importance of relationships from the perspective of Terror Management Theory Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
4 Chapter Two Attraction and Relationship Development Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
5 Chapter Three Friendship and Social Support Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
6 ChaptChapter Four Romantic Loveer Five Relational Sexuality Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
7 Chapter Five Relational Sexuality Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
8 Mid-Term Exam Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Communication and maintaining relationships Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
10 Chapter Seven Conflict and Abuse Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
11 Chapter Eight Breakup and Divorce Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
12 Chapter Eight Bereavement Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
13 Chapter Nine Diverse Relationships Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
14 Chapter Ten Gender Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
15 Review Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma
16 Term Exams Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Understanding Close Relationships, S. Hendrick, 2004, Pearson. 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

Update Time: 22.05.2024 06:37