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

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

No evaluation items have been defined.

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 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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