INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

Course Description

Students who are taking this course will have a general perspective on the science of psychology. In this course students will acquire an overview of the definition of psychology, history of psychology, fields of psychology (social psychology, clinical psychology, educational psychology, developmental psychology, school psychology, health psychology, industrial and organizational psychology, forensic psychology, etc.) theories of Psychology (psychoanalytic theories, cognitive theories systemic, existential theory, etc.), foundations of Psychology), biological theories of intelligence and, sensation and perception, memory, personality and abnormal behaviors, theories, motivation and emotion, excitement, the people defense mechanisms. The students who take this course will provide the general knowledge gained in this course and the basis for the courses they will take later.

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 Defining (2) of fundamental subjects of the psychology science.
2. 02 Examining (4) of the research methods.
3. 03 Constructing (4) sub-branches of the psychology such as development psychology, social psychology, health psychology.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 McGraw-Hill (2015). Aklımın Aklı: Psikoloji. 2.Baskı, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, Ankara: Türkiye
2. 02 Hayes, N. (2011). Psikolojiyi Anlamak, Optimist Yayınları, İstanbul: Türkiye
3. 03 Morgan, C.F. (2013). Psikolojiye Giriş. 20.Baskı, Eğitim Yayın Evi, Konya: Türkiye
4. 04 Gerrig, R.J., & Zimbardo, P.G. (2017). Psikoloji ve Yaşam, 19.Baskı, Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık, Ankara:Türkiye

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Constructing (4) sub-branches of the psychology such as development psychology, social psychology, health psychology SOLO 4
2. L02 Defining (2) of fundamental subjects of the psychology science. SOLO 2
3. L03 Examining (4) of the research methods. SOLO 4
4. L04 To distinguish the basic structure of the brain. SOLO 4
5. L05 Comparing consciousness and its sub-concepts. SOLO 4
6. L06 To compare and conclude learning theories. SOLO 4
7. L07 To be able to theoretically conclude the differences and similarities in various subfields of psychology. SOLO 4
8. L08 Gelişim kuramlarının incelenmesi. SOLO 5
9. L09 Examination of memory concepts and theories. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyzes, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritizing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities, supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

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