Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI337 |
| Name | Cross-Cultural Psychology |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi FİLİZ ÇÖMEZ POLAT |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce the basic approaches and concepts of cross-cultural psychology, to examine indigenous behavioral patterns within a cross-cultural context, and to present the main theories and research methods of cross-cultural psychology.
Course Content
This course covers cross-cultural psychology and indigenous psychology approaches, as well as the psychological outcomes of these approaches regarding the relationship between culture and behavior.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, A. C., ve Sam, D. L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji: Araştırma ve Uygulamalar (Çev. Ed. L. P. Tosun). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. Matsumoto, D. ve Juang, L. (2013). Culture & Psychology. Wadsworth
Notes
Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, A. C., ve Sam, D. L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji: Araştırma ve Uygulamalar (Çev. Ed. L. P. Tosun). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık Ratner, C. (2014). Kültürel Psikoloji, Kültürler Arası psikoloji, Yerel Psikoloji, İçellioğlu, S. (çev.). İstanbul: İKÜ Yayınevi.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | To become familiar with the concepts, theories, approaches, and methods necessary to understand cross-cultural psychology studies. |
| LO02 | To recognize cultural diversity and develop awareness of its effects on human behavior. |
| LO03 | To critically approach mainstream psychology studies and research processes, and to develop the ability to question them from a cultural perspective. |
| LO04 | To be able to conduct critical readings on the relationship between culture and behavior. |
| LO05 | To be able to read cross-cultural empirical studies in psychology and communicate what has been learned to others. |
| LO06 | To acquire knowledge and skills in cultural adaptation and multicultural psychology. |
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. | 3 |
| 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 | 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. | 2 |
| 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 | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. | 2 |
| 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. | |
| 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. | |
| 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. | 4 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course and an overview of its content and structure. | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, A. C., ve Sam, D. L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji: Araştırma ve Uygulamalar (Çev. Ed. L. P. Tosun). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 2 | Definition of cross-cultural psychology and its main arguments. | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, A. C., ve Sam, D. L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji: Araştırma ve Uygulamalar (Çev. Ed. L. P. Tosun). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 3 | Critical thinking in cross-cultural psychology | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Research methods in cross-cultural psychology | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 5 | Cultural Learning and Socialization | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, A. C., ve Sam, D. L. (2015). Kültürlerarası Psikoloji: Araştırma ve Uygulamalar (Çev. Ed. L. P. Tosun). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 6 | Cultural Identity and Self | Matsumoto, D., & Juang, L. (2016). Culture and Psychology (6th ed.). Cengage Learning. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Psychopathology and Cultural Differences | Ratner, C. (2014). Kültürel Psikoloji, Kültürler Arası psikoloji, Yerel Psikoloji, İçellioğlu, S. (çev.). İstanbul: İKÜ Yayınevi. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 9 | Culture and Gender | Shiraev, E. & Levy David (2016). Cross-cultural psychology: critical thinking and contemporary applications. 6th Edition. Boston: Pearson Education. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 10 | Cultur, Morality and Belief | Heine, S. .J. (2015). Cultural Psychology, Bölüm 12. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 11 | Cross-Cultural Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, S. M., & Chasiotis, A. (2011). Cross-Cultural Psychology: Research and Applications (3rd ed.). Cambridge University Press. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 12 | Psychotherapy in Cross-Cultural Contexts | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, S. M., & Chasiotis, A. (2011). Cross-Cultural Psychology: Research and Applications (3rd ed.). Cambridge University Press. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 13 | Cross-Cultural Conflict Management | Berry, J. W., Poortinga, Y. H., Breugelmans, S. M., & Chasiotis, A. (2011). Cross-Cultural Psychology: Research and Applications (3rd ed.). Cambridge University Press. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 14 | Cross-Cultural Research and Contemporary (Current) Approaches | Matsumoto, D., & Juang, L. (2016). Culture and Psychology (6th ed.). Cengage Learning. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 15 | Overall Evaluation | Matsumoto, D., & Juang, L. (2016). Culture and Psychology (6th ed.). Cengage Learning. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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| 17 | Term Exams | 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 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 74 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,96 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||