Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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PSY327 | EVOLUTIONARY PSYCHOLOGY | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | English |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Elective |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | This course aims to 1. Know, explain and interpret the theories of evolutionary psychology 2. Describe and explain human behaviour, cognition and emotion processes from an evolutionary perspective 3. Evaluate empirical findings and hypotheses with a critical approach using scientific criteria 4. Gain the necessary skills and abilities to follow the developments in other sciences related to evolutionary psychology and psychology. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include the subjects such as "using the theory of evolution to explain human behaviour, emotion and cognitive processes, the effect of natural selection on human behaviour, the evolutionary roots of social behaviour, the development and evolution of cognitive processes, emotions and evolution, physiological and cultural evolution". |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Use theories of evolutionary psychology. (Bloom’s 3) |
Explain human behaviour, cognition and emotion processes from an evolutionary perspective. (Bloom’s 4) |
Evaluate empirical findings and hypotheses with a critical approach using scientific criteria. (Bloom’s 5) |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Literature review | Synchronizers | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
2 | Literature review | Immortal Spirals -1 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
3 | Literature review | Immortal Spirals -2 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
4 | Literature review | Gene Machine - 1 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
5 | Literature review | Gene Machine - 2 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
6 | Literature review | Evolving Modules - 1 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
7 | Literature review | Evolving Modules - 2 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Literature review | Aggression: Selfish Machine and Determination | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
10 | Literature review | Aggression | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
11 | Literature review | Appearance of Aggressive Behaviour in Groups: Mobbing and Bullying | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
12 | Literature review | Geneism | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
13 | Literature review | Generation Conflicts | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
14 | Literature review | Behaviour types like self-devotion and ve morality -1 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
15 | Literature review | Behaviour types like self-devotion and ve morality -2 | Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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ZARATE, O., (2015). Evrimsel Psikolojiye Giris, TPD. |
BUSS, D. M. (1998). The psychology of human mate selection: Exploring the complexity of the strategic repertoire. Handbook of evolutionary psychology: Ideas, issues, and applications. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
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Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
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Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
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Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
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Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
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Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
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Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
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Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 3 | 39 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 1 | 25 | 25 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 20 | 20 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 31 | 0 | 128 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 128 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 5 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 5,0 |