| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Positive Psychology | RPD205 | Elective | Master's degree | 1 | Spring | 6 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Associate Prof. Dr. Osman Nejat AKFIRAT
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Analyzes the interaction of psychological, biological and physical elements of positive psychology and the consequences of this interaction in terms of health and well-being.
2) Learn about the different concepts in positive psychology.
3) Apply their knowledge of positive psychology to their own lives and to special groups such as children and the elderly.
4) Develop skills to use different research methods, including experimental designs, which can be used in studies to be conducted in the field of positive psychology.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | ||
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| 1 | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | Middle | |
| 2 | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | Middle | |
| 3 | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | High | Middle | |
| 4 | High | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | No relation | High | No relation | High | Middle | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Not Required
Course Contents
Contextual and Self-Related Considerations, Well-Being: Hedonic and Eudaimonic Aspects, Character Strengths and Wisdom, Emotions: Positive Affectivity and Emotional Intelligence, Positive Outlook on Life: Optimism, Hope, and Self-Efficacy, Optimal Experiences: Mindfulness, Flow, and Creativity, Authenticity and Optimal Self-Esteem, Compassion, Empathy, Forgiveness, and Gratitude, Positive Interpersonal Relationships, Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
50% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
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Total | 100% | |||||||||||
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required