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. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER
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

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
2	Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
2	Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
3	Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
2	Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
2	Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
2	Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of the collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
2	Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.

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