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| Code | PSI476 |
| Name | Learning Theories and Behavior Modification |
| 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 | Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ |
| Course Instructor |
1 2 Öğr. Gör. EMİŞ HANDE HAKKOYMAZ (B Group) (Ins. in Charge) |
Course Goal / Objective
This course aims to provide an overview of selected theories of learning. Behaviorism is presented as the main focus of the class among the theories. This course is design to teach fundamental and advanced principles of behavior change.
Course Content
This course covers selected theories of learning, with the main focus on Behaviorism.
Course Precondition
NA
Resources
Öğrenmenin Bilimsel Temelleri - Tevfik Alıcı - Kaknüs Yayınları
Notes
TedX and Youtube videos related to topics
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Students will be able to explain learning theories in general terms. |
| LO02 | Students will be able to explain principles of Behaviorism. |
| LO03 | Students will be able to explain principles of Behavior Modification. |
| LO04 | Students will be able to explain strategies of Behavior Modification with examples. |
| LO05 | Students explain the development of the field of learning. |
| LO06 | Students explain the principles of increasing the frequency of behaviors. |
| LO07 | Students explain the principles of decreasing the frequency of behaviors. |
| LO08 | Students prepare behavior modification plans in theory. |
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. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 3 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 4 |
| 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. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | |
| 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. | 4 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 3 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course and discussion on topics. | Having the class materials | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Basics Concepts of Learning | Scaning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | History of Learning, and Learning Theories | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Classical Conditioning | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 5 | Operant Conditioning | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Operant Conditioning 2 | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Bireysel Çalışma |
| 7 | Schedules of Reinforcement | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev |
| 9 | Behavior Modification Techniques | Scanning topic to be taught and reading suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Assignment Discussion | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması |
| 11 | Assignment Discussion part 2 | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması |
| 12 | Assignment Discussion part 3 | Research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Örnek Olay, Grup Çalışması |
| 13 | Presentation | Student Presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Proje Temelli Öğrenme |
| 14 | Presentation part 2 | Student Presentation | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Proje Temelli Öğrenme , Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Discussion | Discussion | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | exam | 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 | ||