SELECTED TOPICS IN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

Course Description

The course introduces and discusses new developments and current trends in developmental psychology. It is an elective course of developmental psychology so in this course mainly important and crucial topics in developmental psychology are discussed based on the results of recent research studies and findings presented in the journal articles. Developmental psychology has an important research ground, however students who are interested in getting higher education in developmental psychology would find this elective course effective, since this elective course has a great focus on recent research studies within the field. Analysis of articles and following the recent research studies will provide a critical thinking ability to the students.

SELECTED TOPICS IN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Döllenme ile başlayan ve ölümle sonlanan gelişim sürecinin devamlılığını genişletmek ( 3)
2. 02 Aynı zamanda hayatımız boyunca hem genetiğimizden hem de çevremizden etkilenerek gelişimimizi sürdürdüğümüzü ayrıntıyla açıklamak. (4)
3. 03 Fiziksel büyümede, zihinsel becerilerde, duygusal yansıtmada ve sosyal davranıştaki belirgin değişiklikleri açıklamak. (4)

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Package of most recent publications in developmental psychology

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 To discuss (5) what fundamental issues of development scholars addressed throughout history. SOLO 5
2. L02 To describe (3) the main theories of human development. SOLO 3
3. L03 To identify (2) the basic forces in the biopsychosocial framework. SOLO 2
4. L04 To identify (2) the timing of these forces and their impact. SOLO 2
5. L05 To explain (4) how research on life-span development is conducted. SOLO 4
6. L06 To implement (4) ethical principles. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Integrate knowledge of interior architecture principles, spatial organization, and visual perception to develop user-centered, functional, aesthetically enriching, and innovative spatial solutions.
2. P02 Analyze and evaluate the relationships among user needs, functional constraints, ergonomics, accessibility, and universal design principles to develop interior architecture solutions across different design scales and contexts.
3. P03 Research, analyze, and relate historical, cultural, and theoretical knowledge to justify design decisions that respect local values while responding to global cultural diversity.
4. P04 Communicate design ideas effectively by integrating visual communication tools, manual and digital representation techniques, and appropriate digital technologies, including artificial intelligence-assisted visualization methods, where appropriate.
5. P05 Evaluate and integrate materials, color schemes, lighting, and furniture systems by considering user experience, environmental comfort, technical performance, and sustainability to create high-quality interior environments.
6. P06 Integrate environmental responsibility, occupant health, and ethical principles to develop sustainable, safe, and healthy interior architecture solutions and justify design decisions.
7. P07 Collaborate and coordinate with professionals from architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, and related disciplines by integrating multidisciplinary knowledge to develop comprehensive spatial solutions.
8. P08 Critically evaluate research, contemporary approaches, and artificial intelligence-assisted design and research methods to generate innovative knowledge and design solutions while sustaining lifelong learning and professional development.
9. P09 Justify professional decisions by integrating ethical principles, cultural, societal, and aesthetic responsibilities with the responsible, legal, and ethical use of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence.
10. P10 Plan, manage, and evaluate interior architecture projects by integrating technical systems, user-centered design methods, regulatory requirements, and contemporary digital project management and design technologies.
11. P11 Evaluate and reinterpret existing and historic interiors by integrating conservation principles, adaptive reuse strategies, and digital documentation techniques to support cultural continuity and sustainable heritage conservation.
12. P12 Integrate inclusive and socially responsible design approaches with entrepreneurship, lifelong learning, professional collaboration, and adaptation to technological transformation to contribute to the sustainable advancement of the profession and society.

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