Social Psychology

Course Code:

PSY 241

Semester:

Fall

Course Type:

Core

P:

3

Lab:

0

Laboratuvar Saati:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

7

Prerequisite Courses:

Introduction to Psychology

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

This course aims at offering students a broad introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of human social influence and interaction. The students will develop a wide knowledge of theoretical and methodological approaches to social psychology by examining both classic and contemporary studies. By the end of the course, successful students will understand that most social phenomenon can be understood in the terms of social cognition, social influence, and social relation, and develop the ability to apply the basic theories of social psychology in real-life situations.

Course Content:

Study of the individual in groups and society, with focus on processes such as attitude formation and change, social influence, conformity, communication, and group dynamics.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Discussion, 3: Seminar, 4: Research, 5: Simulation/Case study/Role playing, 6: Problem session, 7: Guest speaker

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Exam, B: Assignment, C: Presentation, D: Research, E: Debate, F: Quiz, G: Participation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Ability to explain major theoretical framework of social psychology, such as the importance of subjective interpretation of social situations, and different social motivations in influencing our behavior and mental processes.	1,3,9,10, 15,16	1,2	A
Ability to describe the research methodologies commonly used in social psychology.	2,3,5,9,10, 15,16	1,2	A
Ability to relate principles of social psychology with real life phenomenon	2,9,10,11, 12,14,15,16	1,2	A, B, C

Course Flow

Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to the Course
2	Introducing Social Psychology & Methodology	Textbook Chapters 1, 2
3	Social Cognition	Textbook Chapter 3
4	Social Perception	Textbook Chapter 4
5	The Self	Textbook Chapter 5
6	The Need to Justify Our Actions	Textbook Chapter 6
7	*Midterm Exam*	Textbook Chapters 1-6
8	Attitudes and attitude change	Textbook Chapter 7
9	Conformity	Textbook Chapter 8
10	Group Processes	Textbook Chapter 9
11	Interpersonal Attraction	Textbook Chapter 10
12	Prosocial Behavior	Textbook Chapter 11
13	Aggression	Textbook Chapter 12
14	Student Presentations of homework	Textbook Chapter 1-12

Recommended Sources

Textbook	Aronson, E., Wilson, T.D. & Akert, R. M. (2010) Social Psychology, 7^th Edition Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-507421-3, ISBN-10: 0-13-507421-5
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Assessment

IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	1	66.6
Quizzes	0	0
Assignment	1	33.3
Total		100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade		40
Contribution of In-Term Studies to Overall Grade		60
Total		100

Course Category

Expertise/Field Courses

Course’s Contribution to Program

No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Mastering the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historical trends of psychology as a scientific discipline.					X
2	Demonstrating familiarity with the subfields of psychology and their methods and applications.					X
3	Incorporating the theories and empirical bases of psychology.					X
4	Comparing the similarities and differences of other scientific disciplines with psychology, understanding their potential contribution to psychology, and develop an awareness of interdisciplinary studies.	X
5	Understanding the basic characteristics and principles of psychological research, and research ethics.			X
6	Understanding the basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data collection, data analysis and interpretation by using recent information technologies.	X
7	Designing and conducting research studies to answer psychological questions by using relevant research methods, knowledge and skills.	X
8	Learning to access knowledge, to use it effectively, to review interdisciplinary literature, and to use the relevant database and other resources.		X
9	Applying critical thinking and scientific approach to understand theories, research methods and applications in psychology.				X
10	Developing analytical, critical and creative thinking and expression—being both logical and fluent.				X
11	Developing an awareness of potential application areas of main research findings in psychology.				X
12	Incorporating theoretical and practical knowledge in the area of psychology and its related areas of specialization.			X
13	Learning the application areas and methods of psychology, and understanding the importance of the commitment to the professional code of ethics.			X
14	Integrating psychological knowledge and theories to produce social, cultural and theoretical explanations within the framework of professional code of ethics. Exhibiting an awareness of social sensitivity and individual responsibility.				X
15	Working effectively both as a team, as well as independently.					X
16	Thinking, reading, writing, and communicating in English effectively.					X

ECTS

Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 14x Total course hours)	14	3	42
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	7	98
Mid-Term	1	10	10
Homework	1	10	10
Final Examination	1	15	15
Total Work Load			175
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			7
ECTS Credit of the Course			7

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