Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3PSY 213Developmental Psychology3+0+03526.02.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Psychology (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course By the end of the course, students will:
• Understand key theories and concepts in developmental
psychology.
• Apply developmental theories to different life stages.
• Understand the role of genetics, prenatal development and
environment.
• Analyze the developmental process from infancy to adulthood.
• Appreciate the role of culture in development.
• Understand exceptional development and special needs.
• Stay informed about current trends in the field.
Course Content A comprehensive exploration of human development from infancy to adulthood, focusing on key developmental stages, theories and influences. The main focus will be on cognitive, emotional, social and physical development.
Course Methods and Techniques Lectures and class discussions
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. Ayşegül Sayan Karahan
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 25
Assignment 1 % 20
Attendance 14 % 5
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
17
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 3 42
Assignments 1 20 20
Mid-terms 1 20 20
Final examination 1 30 30
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 5,13333333333333 154

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Bilgi 
1 • Understand key theories and concepts in developmental psychology
2 • Apply developmental theories to different life stages.
3 • Understand the role of genetics, prenatal development and environment.
4 • Analyze the developmental process from infancy to adulthood

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 ıntroduction Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
2 Lifespan development Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
3 Heredity, prenatal development Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
4 Infancy toddlerhood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
5 Early childhood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
6 Middle childhood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
7 Late childhood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
8 mid term Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
9 Case presentations (childhood) Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
10 Adolescence Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
11 Case presentaions (adolscence) Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
12 Emerging and early adulthood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
13 Case presentations (ee adulthood) Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
14 Middle and late adulthood Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective
15 Case presentations (ml adulthood) Martha Lally and Suzanne Valentine-French (2019). Lifespan Development: A Psychological Perspective

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
All 5 5 4 3 4 3 3 5 4 4 4 3
In1 5 5 4 3 4 3 3 5 4 4 4 3
In2 5 5 4 3 4 3 3 5 4 4 4 3
In3 5 5 4 3 4 3 3 5 4 4 4 3
In4 5 5 4 3 4 3 3 5 4 4 4 3

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

  
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