GUIDANCE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING (TURKISH) PROGRAMME
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Name of the Course Unit Code Year Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
RESEARCH METHODS IN EDUCATION EGT208 2 4 2+0 2.0 3.0


CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Explain the key terms and concepts in the field of guidance and psychological counseling. X
2 Review the literature for selected topics in the field of guidance and psychological counseling. X
3 Describe the education programs related to the field of guidance and counseling. X
4 Define the measurement and evaluation in the field of guidance and counseling. X
5 Discuss the theories and theorists in counseling psychology. X
6 List the basic principles of school guidance and counseling. X
7 Recognize the role and position of a counselor in Turkish Education System. X
8 Name the common problems that may be encountered when working with diverse populations. X
9 Gain the knowledge of time and place of referral to a threapist, psychiatrist and/or other health authorities. X
SKILLS
Cognitive
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Analyze emerging issues in the field of guidance and psychological counseling. X
2 Use information technologies in research in the related field of guidance and psychological counseling. X
3 Practice analytical thinking and problem solving skills in educational settings. X
4 Evaluate the relations between guidance and psychological counseling and the related fields to take a interdisciplinary approach. X
5 Present individual and group counseling cases at international standards. X
6 Apply specific learning strategies, techniques and methods in guidance and psychological counseling. X
PERSONAL & OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCES IN TERMS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING GROUPS
Autonomy & Responsibility
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Plan future career/academic options considering different alternatives in his/her area. X
2 Take responsible and beneficial actions under all conditions and circumstances. X
3 Monitor own progress while reaching personal and occupational goals. X
4 Organize work and leisure time to make effective time planning in work and daily life. X
5 Express himself in a respectful and assertive manner even when not thinking/believing the same with others. X
Learning to Learn
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Make needs assessment for his/her professional life. X
2 Use new technologies to update his/her information in guidance and psychological counseling. X
3 Practice to give speeches to teachers and parents and students on selected topics. X
Communication & Social
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Implement projects and activities regarding social responsibility and awareness related to guidance and psychological counseling. X
2 Use at least one foreign language (European Language Portfolio B1 level) as a way to communicate with colleagues. X
3 Manage interpersonal relations respecting diversity. X
4 Integrate fully as a citizen for community welfare. X
5 Cooperate with counselee’s parents, teachers and/or other health professionals in case of need. X
6 Use information and communication technologies to collaborate with national and international collegues. X
Occupational and/or Vocational
No PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION*
0 1 2 3 4 5
1 Act in accordance with professional ethical values, democracy and human rights. X
2 Establish and maintain a safe environment to serve for personal and organizational aims and objectives. X
3 Apply the principle of "Guidance for all". X
4 Relate acquired knowledge and skills with real life conditions. X
5 Develop awareness for university candidates and parents for guidance and psychological counseling. X
*Level of Contribution (0-5): Empty-Null (0), 1- Very Low, 2- Low, 3- Medium, 4- High, 5- Very High