THEORETICAL STATISTICS IN PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
PSY224	THEORETICAL STATISTICS IN PSYCHOLOGY	4	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
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 :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. SELCEN YETKİN ÖZDEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. BİROL BAYSAK
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to introduce statistics to psychology students not merely as a set of computational techniques, but as a fundamental scientific language for understanding and interpreting psychological phenomena. Throughout the course, students develop skills in organizing, describing, analyzing, and interpreting psychological data, with particular emphasis on the psychological meaning, limitations, and potential misinterpretations of statistical results. The course aims to enable students to critically evaluate psychological research and to apply appropriate statistical methods consciously in their own research projects
Contents of the Course Unit:	This course covers fundamental statistical concepts used in psychology, including descriptive and inferential statistical methods and their applications in psychological research. The content includes the presentation of data using tables and graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, probability and sampling logic, hypothesis testing, statistical significance, t tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation, regression, chi-square tests, and the general linear model approach. Throughout the course, particular emphasis is placed on interpreting statistical findings within a psychological context and their relationship to research ethics.

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

Define fundamental statistical concepts and terminology used in psychology. Organize and present psychological data using appropriate tables and graphical representations. Calculate and interpret measures of central tendency and variability within a psychological context. Explain the relationship between population and sample and the basic logic of inferential statistics. Formulate appropriate statistical hypotheses based on psychological research questions. Evaluate the logic, assumptions, and limitations of hypothesis testing. Select and apply appropriate statistical techniques, including t tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation, regression, and chi-square tests. Distinguish between statistical significance, effect size, and practical significance. Interpret statistical results in relation to psychological theories and research contexts. Critically evaluate quantitative research findings in the field of psychology. Recognize potential misinterpretations of statistical results and assess them within an ethical framework. Apply appropriate statistical methods consciously and responsibly in their own research projects.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Displaying the Order in a Group of Numbers Using Tables and Graphs	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
2	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Central Tendency and Variability	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
3	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Some Key Ingredients for Inferential Statistics	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
4	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Introduction to Hypothesis Testing	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
5	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Hypothesis Tests with Means of Samples	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
6	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Making Sense of Statistical Significance	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
7	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Introduction to t Tests	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
8	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	The t Test for Independent Means	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
9	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Introduction to the Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Factorial Analysis of Variance	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
12	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Correlation	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
13	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Prediction	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
14	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Chi-Square Tests	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
15	students are expected to review the relevant chapters	Overview of the Logic and Language of Psychology Research & Integration	The course is conducted through theoretical instruction and application-based learning. Statistical concepts are presented using examples from psychology and interpreted within a psychological context.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Statistics for Psychology. Pearson Education.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use information sources, including the most effective methods and current information related to psychology and auxiliary disciplines at a high level. (Bloom 3)					4
2	Identify problems in psychology and produce solutions. (Blooms 3)				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Distinguish normal and abnormal behaviors. (Blooms 2)		1
2	Interpret and report psychology research. (Bloom 3)					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Establish connections between psychology and other social sciences. (Bloom 4)				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply psychological tests. (Bloom 3).		1
2	Gain knowledge and skills about contemporary psychology theories and integrate this knowledge and skills to help individuals. (Bloom 6)			2
3	Conduct various experiments in the field of psychology. (Bloom 6)			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collaborate with the necessary institutions and individuals in the field studies. (6)		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Integrate developments in psychology with existing knowledge. (Blooms 6)				3
2	Scientifically analyze human behavior. (Bloom 4)					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally. (Bloom 2)			2
2	Recognize the individual, national and universal influences of problems in the field of psychology			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Integrate the knowledge of computer software, hardware and statistics required by the field of psychology. (blooms 6)					4
2	Survey the developments in information and communication technologies. (Bloom 4)			2
3	Support social projects related to psychology. (Blooms 5)		1

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	14	6	84
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
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	2	1	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	2	6	12
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	6	6
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	48	0	175