PSK 213 - Social Psychology I

This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental theories, principles, and methodologies of social psychology. Students will explore the dynamics of social interactions, group behavior, attitudes, prejudice, persuasion, and the impact of social influences on individual cognition and behavior. Through critical analysis and research application, students will develop insights into how social psychological principles contribute to understanding societal issues and fostering positive social change.

Within the scope of the course, topics such as social cognition, social perception, the self in social context, dissonance, and attitudes will be covered.

Kağıtçıbaşı, Ç. ve Cemalcılar, Z. (2016). Dünden bugüne insan ve insanlar: Sosyal psikolojiye giriş. Evrim.

Aronson, E., Wilson, T. D., Akert, R. M. (2012). Sosyal psikoloji (O. Gündüz, Çev.). Kaknüs Yayınları.

In the first week of PSK 213 Social Psychology I course, the aim of the course, content, exams, course learning outcomes, weekly course topics and rules/framework of the course will be informed. In addition, the method of accessing the syllabus will be explained in detail.

1-    Classes will be conducted over a period of 13 weeks, with 3 class hours per week.
2-    Class sessions will last 50 minutes, with two 10-minute breaks provided.
3-    Assessment and evaluation for the course will consist of one midterm exam and one final exam per semester.
4-    Lecture slides, supplementary resources, and materials will be shared via the Campus Information System.
5-    The midterm exam will account for 40% of the final semester grade, and the final exam will account for 60%.
6-    Midterm and final exams will consist of a mix of fill-in-the-blank questions, multiple-choice tests, and open-ended (classical) questions.
7-    Each exam will be evaluated during the first class session following the exam itself; the final exam will be evaluated immediately after it takes place.
8-    Students will not be admitted to the classroom after the first 15 minutes of the first class hour.
9-    Students will not be admitted to the classroom after the first 5 minutes following the end of the class break.
10-    A 70% attendance rate is mandatory.
11-    Oversleeping, obtaining a medical report, illness, traveling, visiting one's hometown, or pursuing a double major/minor program are not valid excuses for failing to meet attendance requirements.
12-    Possessing a doctor's report does not grant an exemption from the 70% attendance requirement.
13-    The total rate of absence, including absences covered by medical reports, must not exceed 30%.
14-    Attendance will be tracked via a signature-based system during classes.
15-    Signatures on the attendance sheet will be verified through a verbal roll call. Students must sign only for the class hours they attend or plan to attend. 16-    Student attendance records will be entered into the Campus Information System on a weekly basis. Students are required to monitor their attendance records weekly; if they believe there is an error (e.g., the student signed the attendance sheet for the relevant week, but this was not recorded in the system), they must make an appointment to bring the matter to the course instructor's attention and request a review.
17-    Signing the attendance sheet on behalf of another student is strictly prohibited under any circumstances.
18-    Students wishing to ask questions about the course or request a meeting to discuss ideas, suggestions, criticisms, or other matters must communicate via e-mail and schedule an appointment.
19-    Students sending e-mails are expected to observe basic etiquette by introducing themselves and clearly stating the reason for their correspondence.
20-    Before sending an e-mail, students should carefully read the course syllabus and course outline.
21-    E-mails should be sent between the hours of 08:30 and 17:30.
22-    I will respond to e-mails within three business days at the latest. If a student does not receive a reply within this timeframe, they may resend the e-mail.
23-    My e-mail address: faik.tasci@izu.edu.tr