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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
03131004 Theories of Childhood Development 2 Autumn 3 3+0+0 3 5
Course Type Elective
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 5)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) Yusuf GÜREL
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Objectives of the Course
This course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of childhood development theories, enabling students to evaluate child development from multiple perspectives. Cognitive, emotional, social, and psychosocial development processes will be examined through the lens of fundamental concepts in developmental psychology and the contributions of leading theorists.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses X
Specialization / Field Courses
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 To have the theory, theory and application skills of psychology. 4
P12 Has the basic knowledge to observe and explain the cognitive, emotional and social relationships of individuals in multiple ways. 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. P.1.1 1
O2 Summarizes the contributions of theories and models to the field of psychology and explains the importance and application areas of practical skills. P.1.2 1
O3 Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. P.12.1 1
O4 Applies knowledge by observing individuals' cognitive processes and provides basic explanations. P.12.2 1
O5 Enhances the ability to observe emotional responses and social relationships. P.12.3 1
O6 Analyzes individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social behaviors, identifies similarities and differences, and develops a deeper understanding. P.12.4 1
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Introduction to Childhood Development Theories
2 Psychoanalytic Theory
3 Ego Psychology
4 Object Relations Theory
5 Psychology of the Self
6 Psychosocial Theory
7 Existential Theory
8 Attachment Theory
9 Learning Theory
10 Learning Theory (Continued)
11 Jean Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development
12 Theory of Mind
13 Moral Development Theory
14 Social Learning Theory
Textbook or Material
Resources Basic Theories in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Field Study - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 3 42
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 5 70
Midterms 1 20 20
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 20 20
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 152
Total Work Load / 30 5,07
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P12
O1 Defines the fundamental concepts and terminology of psychology and explains the history of psychological theories and models. 3 -
O2 Summarizes the contributions of theories and models to the field of psychology and explains the importance and application areas of practical skills. 3 -
O3 Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. - 3
O4 Applies knowledge by observing individuals' cognitive processes and provides basic explanations. - 3
O5 Enhances the ability to observe emotional responses and social relationships. - 3
O6 Analyzes individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social behaviors, identifies similarities and differences, and develops a deeper understanding. - 3