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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI488 |
| Name | Psychology of Religion |
| Term | 2025-2026 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 | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. Meryem Berrin BULUT |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The general aim of this course is for students to acquire knowledge about the topics of psychology of religion, to be able to apply this knowledge, and to evaluate it
Course Content
The content of this course consists of psychological theories of religion.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Forsyth, J. (2017). Psikolojik Din Kuramları (Çev. Ed. M. Ulu). Kimlik.
Notes
Related articles
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Student applies methods of researching, data gathering from internal and foreign resources and interpretation |
| LO02 | Student recognizes history and prominent representatives of psychology of religion |
| LO03 | Student uses scientific methods of psychology of religion for interpreting human nature |
| LO04 | Student analyses researchs whic is about this field from the point of method and content |
| LO05 | Student recognises differences and similarities between psychology and psychology of religion |
| LO06 | Student criticises previous researchs within the frame of contemporary theories which discuss religious life and behavior. |
| LO07 | Student evaluates impacts of religious belief and life on personality considering their positive and negative features |
| LO08 | Student analyses religious motivations, religious experience, scepticism and disbelief, prayer and worship, periods of development and religion |
| LO09 | Student comments on other’s religious life with reference to his religious experience. |
| LO10 | Student produces scientific knowledge about reasons and factors which effect religious life and behaviors |
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. | |
| 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 | 1 |
| 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. | |
| 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 | 1 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 2 |
| 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 | Sigmund Freud: Religion and the Oedipus Complex 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Sigmund Freud: Religion and the Oedipus Complex 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Carl G. Jung: Religion and Archetypes 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Carl G. Jung: Religion and Archetypes 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | William James: Religion and Temperament 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | William James: Religion and Temperament 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Erich Fromm: Religion and Humanism 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Erich Fromm: Religion and Humanism 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Gordon W. Allport: Religion and Personality 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Gordon W. Allport: Religion and Personality 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Abraham Maslow: Religion and Self-Actualization 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Abraham Maslow: Religion and Self-Actualization 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Viktor E. Frankl: Religion and Self-Transcendence 1 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım |
| 15 | Viktor E. Frankl: Religion and Self-Transcendence 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | 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 | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 129 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,16 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||