This course focuses on the health centered aspects of psychology rather than traditional mental disease models. Topics include the nature and measurement of happiness, the biological basis of positive emotions, an overview of positive trait theories, self-esteem, the mind-body connection, gratitude, emotional intelligence, volunteerism, decision-making, and the characteristics of successful relationships.
Prerequisite(s)
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Corequisite(s)
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Special Requisite(s)
The minimum qualifications that are expected from the students who want to attend the course.(Examples: Foreign language level, attendance, known theoretical pre-qualifications, etc.)
--Hefforan, K. Pozitif Psikoloji, NOBEL YAY.
Seligman, M. E., Steen, T. A., Park, N., & Peterson, C. (2005). Positive psychology progress: empirical validation of interventions. American psychologist, 60(5), 410.
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Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction to Positive Psychology
lecture
2. Week
Understanding Emotions
lecture
3. Week
Happiness and Well-being in Countries
lecture
4. Week
Psychological Well-being
lecture
5. Week
Optimism, Attribution Style and Hope
Lecture, exercises
6. Week
Psychological Resilience, Post-Traumatic Development and Positive Aging
Lecture, exercises
7. Week
Values, Motivation and Purpose Theories
Lecture, exercises
8. Week
Midterm exam
Lecture, exercises
9. Week
Positive Psychological Interventions
lecture
10. Week
Body in Positive Psychology
lecture
11. Week
Practicing Positive Pisocology
lecture
12. Week
Examination of Some Concepts in Positive Psychology
lecture
13. Week
Some Reviews from the Book of "Flow"
lecture
14. Week
Positive Psychology Summary
discussions
15. Week
FINAL EXAM
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
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Weight(%)
Midterm(s)
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40
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Ability to integrate both theorical and practical knowledge in different domains of psychology.
PO-2
Apply major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings of psychology on both theory and implication.
PO-3
Understanding the difference between science, art, philosophy and common sense paralel to evolution of human life and cognition.
PO-4
Gain interdisciplinary perspectives about the evolution of human being and societies.
PO-5
Design, run experiment research; collect, analyze and interpret research data; write research reports effectively.
PO-6
Ability to Access and use of information effectively; browse interdisciplinary literature, use databases and other information sources properly.
PO-7
Gain analytical and critical thinking and writing skills.
PO-8
Use appropriately the technical language of science of psychology in oral and written communication and presentation skills.
PO-9
High comprehension of at least a foreign language.
PO-10
Improve attitudes, abilities and motivation that bring out self efficiacy, talent and creativity.
PO-11
Develop skills and abilities for self critisicm and self growth.
PO-12
Achieve personal implements for team working.
PO-13
Increase sensitivity and awareness to reflect on communication and problem solving processes.
PO-14
Ability to develop social sensitivity and consciousness to conduct social responsibility projects.
PO-15
Develop leadership skills and management of human relations.
PO-16
Professional ethical consciousness.
PO-17
Interact effectively and work productively with others.
PO-18
Apply technical knowledge of psychology to problem solving processes in professional work settings.
