EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

Course Description

The course discusses the process by which psychology became experimental, presents the basic approaches, principles and techniques of the experimental methodology in reference to psychological phenomena. Assumptions that lie under positive sciences, causality, criterions and aims of science, types of scientific articles and its sections, measurement via neuropsychological tests, variance, control techniques of confounding variables, correlational and experimental designs are basic issues to be discussed. Examples of basic experimental studies applied in the psychology, their designs, and the procedures of generating experimental research and a scientific article are discussed. Evaluation and interpretation of the experimental studies and scientific articles with a critical perspective are provided.

EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Identify (2) the characteristics of research techniques and experimental methods
2. 02 Identify (2) the variables of an experimental study
3. 03 Evaluate (5) and describe (3) experimental results and graphical representations of psychological phenomena.
4. 04 Evaluate (5) scientific articles
5. 05 Generate (5) a proposal for an experimental research

Course Syllabus

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Learning Outcomes

1. L01 1. Identify (2) the characteristics of research techniques and experimental methods SOLO 2
2. L02 2. Identify (2) the variables of an experimental study SOLO 2
3. L03 3. Evaluate (5) and describe (3) experimental results and graphical representations of psychological phenomena. SOLO 4
4. L04 4. Evaluate (5) scientific articles SOLO 5
5. L05 5.Generate (5) a proposal for an experimental research SOLO 5
6. L06 With this course in psychology, brain working principles and perception mechanism, perception skills and its relationship with other cognitive instruments will be examined, moreover brain skill integrity with tools such as perception persistance, memory and attention will be studied. SOLO 3
7. L07 Gestalt perception organizations and the constancy of perception will be studied. SOLO 3
8. L08 Learning situations where attention, thinking and reaction times differ. To be able to identify different attention skills by learning the theories of attention. SOLO 5
9. L09 Comprehension of learning mechanisms of behavior and basic working principles and structure in different disciplines. SOLO 4
10. L10 Farklı öğrenme kuramlarını ve bunların taban aldığı deneysel süreçleri çalışma ve öğrenme. SOLO 4
11. L11 To be able to formulate theoretical paradigms with social learning. SOLO 4
12. L12 It includes understanding human memory and examining the nature of memory. SOLO 3
13. L13 Criticizing experimental fields of psychology. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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