Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences · Psychology (English) · Undergraduate
Course Objective
This course is a continuation of PSK 205 Cognitive Psychology I. This course provides an in-depth exploration of human cognition, focusing on both classic and current issues. The study of cognition relies heavily on experimental research designed to test models and theories of cognitive processes.
The goals for students who complete this course is;
1. To analyze, evaluate, compare and associate new experimental results with these theories in cognitive psychology.
2. To have knowledge about cognitive functions.
3. To understand the relationship between Cognition & Behavior & Brain.
4. To understand research methods in cognitive psychology, the strengths and weaknesses of these methods and to learn about methods for measuring mind and brain function.
Course Content
In this course, we will explore; The Organization of Knowledge in the Mind, Language, Speech Perception Theories, Problem Solving, Decision Making and Reasoning.
Required Resources
Schultz, D. P., & Schultz, S. E. (2016). Theories of personality. Cengage Learning.
Recommended Resources
Millon, T., Millon, C. M., Meagher, S. E., Grossman, S. D., & Ramnath, R. (2012). Personality disorders in modern life. John Wiley & Sons.
Explanations
The final exam grade is determined by:
40% midterm exam .
60% final exam.
Rules
70% attendance is mandatory. This percentage must be achieved to be eligible to take the final exam.
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 18 | 5 | 90 |
| Midterm | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raymond Cattell, Hans Eysenck | Raymond Cattell, Hans Eysenck-Chapter 8 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 2 | Robert McCrae and Paul Costa; Michael Ashton and Kibeom Lee | Robert McCrae and Paul Costa; Michael Ashton and Kibeom Lee -Chapter 8 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 3 | Abraham Maslow: Needs-Hierarchy Theory | Abraham Maslow: Needs-Hierarchy Theory -Chapter 9 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 4 | Carl Rogers: Self-Actualization Theory | Carl Rogers: Self-Actualization Theory - Chapter 10 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 5 | Rollo May: Existantial Theory I | Rollo May: Existantial Theory I- Chapter 12 Feist, G. J., Feist, J., & Roberts, T. A. (2021). Theories of personality. McGraw-Hill Education. |
| 6 | Rollo May: Existantial Theory II | Rollo May: Existantial Theory - Chapter 12 Feist, G. J., Feist, J., & Roberts, T. A. (2021). Theories of personality. McGraw-Hill Education. |
| 7 | George Kelly: Personal Construct Theory I | George Kelly: Personal Construct Theory I Chapter 11 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 8 | George Kelly: Personal Construct Theory II | George Kelly: Personal Construct Theory II Chapter 11 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 9 | MIDTERM EXAM | MIDTERM EXAM |
| 10 | The Behavioral Approach; B. F. Skinner: Reinforcement | Reinforcement Theory: B.F. Skinner Chapter 12 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 11 | The Social-Learning Approach; Albert Bandura: Modeling Theory I | The Social-Learning Approach; Albert Bandura: Modeling Theory I Chapter 13 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 12 | The Social-Learning Approach; Albert Bandura: Modeling Theory II | The Social-Learning Approach; Albert Bandura: Modeling Theory II Chapter 13 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |
| 13 | Julian B. Rotter--The Social Learning Theory of Julian B. Rotter | The Social Learning Theory of Julian B. Rotter Chapter 12 Feist, G. J., Feist, J., & Roberts, T. A. (2021). Theories of personality. McGraw-Hill Education. |
| 14 | Cognitive Behavior Theory: Aron T. Beck | Cognitive Behavior Theory: Aron T. Beck Beck, J. S. (2020). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond (3rd ed.). Guilford Press. |
| 15 | Cognitive Behavior Theory: REBT- Albert Ellis | Cognitive Behavior Theory: REBT- Albert Ellis Dryden, W. (2021). Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy: Distinctive Features (3rd ed.). Routledge. |
| 16 | Facets of Personality: Taking Control, Taking Chances, and Finding Happiness Personality in Perspective | Facets of Personality: Taking Control, Taking Chances, and Finding Happiness Personality in Perspective Chapter 14-15 •Theories of Personality, Eleventh Edition Duane P. Schultz and Sydney Ellen Schultz © 2017, 2013 Cengage Learning |