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SOCIAL PYSCHOLOGY II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
SOS452 SOCIAL PYSCHOLOGY II 5 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
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. NİSA GÜLENER YILDIRIM
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This course aims to continue Social Psychology I. Social psychology is a discipline that aims to understand how our emotions, behaviour and thoughts are affected by the social structure and process. The first part of a two-semester course focuses on social interaction. The relation of the theoretical framework with the social structure, and field research are conveyed through an intercultural perspective.
Contents of the Course Unit: Contents of the course include the subjects such as "Interpersonal attraction, close relationships, interpersonal aggression, attitudes, social influence, persuasion and attitude change, harmony, leadership and power, group processes, organizational dynamics and environmental psychology".

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explains the field of social psychology and its relation with other social sciences.
Expresses the theoretical, methodological and ethical issues that direct social psychology research.
Uses the concepts and theories used to understand and analyse the social psychology subjects that are studied in this period.
Discusses that the knowledge of social psychology can help one to better understand oneself and others and to provide a stronger insight into social issues.
Considers the importance of differences between people.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 - Social Effect Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
2 Literature review Social Effect Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
3 Literature review Group Behaviours over Social Effect Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
4 Literature review Group Behaviours Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
5 Literature review The role of individuals in Group Behaviours Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
6 Literature review The majority influence and experiments on Group Behaviours Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
7 Literature review Minority influence in Group Behaviours and experiments Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature review Close relations Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
10 Literature review Aggression and Violence Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
11 Literature review Positive Social Behaviours Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
12 Literature review Negative Social Behaviours Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
13 Literature review Cultural Reflections Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
14 Literature review Political Psychology Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
15 Literature review Field studies and experiments in Social Psychology Lecture, Question and Answer, Exemplification, Demonstration
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Myers, D.G.,(2015). Sosyal Psikoloji. 10th Edition. Nobel Academic Publications.
Myers, D. G., & Smith, S. M. (2012). Exploring social psychology. New York: McGraw-Hill.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the basic concepts of economics, administrative and human sciences.
2
Summarize the basic communication theories with information about the field of Radio Television and Cinema.
3
Communicate and explain the current information about communication with communication theories.

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Relate the knowledge and facts in the field of communication with other areas of social sciences such as law, philosophy, economics, politics, and sociology.
2
Explain the structure and operation of the radio, television and cinema industries and use this information in their professional life.

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Using the data sources published in his / her field effectively, he /she conduct research and use the results in his / her studies.
2
Analyze the international media structures and choose the media structure that is appropriate for his/her community.

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Analyze and evaluate social events at national and international level through media practices.

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply his / her knowledge about media management and organization in his / her professional life.
2
Propose individual or team solutions for any problems in professional applications and production.

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Follow the developments in the field of communication, the studies related to the field and the mass media tools, and critically discuss the acquired knowledge.
2
Critically interpret the economic, political and sociological dimensions of the media.
3
Recognize universal norms of law and evaluate existing structures in the field of communication in the context of communication law and communication ethics and apply these gains throughout life.

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Conduct literature research in a foreign language related to his/her field.
2
Prepare presentations for the film festival in Turkey and abroad, media organizations and communication symposia by using the communication skills.

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Defend scientific, social and ethical values in his / her field studies.
2
Create film history, script, fiction, audio and video techniques knowledge and designs short or feature film stages.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

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 2 26
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 12 4 48
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 6 6
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 4 4
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 43 0 128
Total Workload of the Course Unit 128
Workload (h) / 25.5 5
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 5,0