Social Psychology

Course Code:

PSY241

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

P:

3

Lab:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

7

Prerequisite Courses:

Introduction to Communication

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

This course aims at offering students a broad introduction to social psychology, the scientific study of human social influence and interaction. The students will develop a wide knowledge of theoretical and methodological approaches to social psychology by examining both classic and contemporary studies. By the end of the course, successful students will understand that most social phenomenon can be understood in the terms of social cognition, social influence, and social relation, and develop the ability to apply the basic theories of social psychology in real-life situations.

Course Content:

Study of the individual in groups and society, with focus on processes such as attitude formation and change, social influence, conformity, communication, and group dynamics.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture, 2: Discussion, 3: Seminar, 4: Research, 5: Simulation/Case study/Role playing, 6: Problem session, 7: Guest speaker

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Exam, B: Assignment, C: Presentation, D: Research, E: Debate, F: Quiz, G: Participation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Ability to explain major theoretical framework of social psychology, such as the importance of subjective interpretation of social situations, and different social motivations in influencing our behavior and mental processes.	1,3,6,9	1,2	A
Ability to describe the research methodologies commonly used in social psychology.	2,3,5,7	1,2	A
Ability to relate principles of social psychology with real life phenomenon	1,2,4,9,	1,2	A, B, C

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to the Course
2	Introducing Social Psychology & Methodology	Textbook Chapters 1, 2
3	Social Cognition	Textbook Chapter 3
4	Social Perception	Textbook Chapter 4
5	The Self	Textbook Chapter 5
6	The Need to Justify Our Actions	Textbook Chapter 6
7	Midterm Exam	Textbook Chapters 1-6
8	Attitudes and attitude change	Textbook Chapter 7
9	Conformity	Textbook Chapter 8
10	Group Processes	Textbook Chapter 9
11	Interpersonal Attraction	Textbook Chapter 10
12	Prosocial Behavior	Textbook Chapter 11
13	Aggression	Textbook Chapter 12
14	Student Presentations of homework	Textbook Chapter 1-12
15	Student Presentations of homework	Textbook Chapter 1-12
16	Final

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook	Aronson, E., Wilson, T.D. & Akert, R. M. (2010) Social Psychology, 7th Edition Pearson. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-507421-3, ISBN-10: 0-13-507421-5
Additional Resources

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents
Assignments
Exams

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-terms	1	66.6
Quizzes	0	0
Assignment	1	33.3
Total		100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade		40
Contribution of In-Term Studies to Overall Grade		60
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Defines basic concepts, theories, methods, and domains of study specific to radio, television and cinema by associating them with the findings and theories of humanities and social sciences.				X
2	Demonstrates the responsibilities, effective participation, coordination, and planning skills essential for harmonious and efficient teamwork in the production processes relative to the radio, television and cinema fields.
3	Generates media products in accordance with professional standards in various narrative forms and genres specific to the field by synthesizing up-to-date knowledge and skills for expertise acquired through applied and theoretical courses.
4	Manifests professional knowledge and such skills as copywriting, image management, editing, sound design, producing and directing, media management in different fields of radio, television and cinema locally and globally.
5	Holds responsibility in broadcasting by integrating national and international rules of law that media professionals should pursue with professional ethical principles.	X
6	Comprehends the knowledge and skills related to institutional operation and management in the production and broadcasting processes of radio, television and cinema for the common interest.
7	Evaluates radio, television and cinema fields analytically and critically from their institutional structuring to products regarding a wide range of cultural, artistic, economic, and social relations.	X
8	Has the ability to collect visual, audio and written data, conduct research, evaluate, report and offer creative solutions in the fields of radio, television and cinema.
9	Develops original projects for radio, television and cinema by following new technologies, developments, and ideas in the fields of art, culture, and media at the national and global planes.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration	15	3	45
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	14	7	98
Mid-Term	1	10	10
Homework	1	10	10
Final Examination	1	15	15
Total Work Load			178
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			7,12
ECTS Credit of the Course			7

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