TYPE OF COURSE UNIT	Elective Course
LEVEL OF COURSE UNIT	Bachelor's Degree
YEAR OF STUDY	-
SEMESTER	-
NUMBER OF ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED	6
NAME OF LECTURER(S)	-
LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT	At the end of this course, the students; 1) They can exemplify the effects of groups in daily life. 2) They can evaluate the effect of groups on the individual. 3) They can distinguish in-group and inter-group behavior. 4) They can discuss current group relations in the context of group theories. 5) They can compare the causes and possible solutions of intra-group and intergroup conflicts.
MODE OF DELIVERY	Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE	No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT	None
COURSE DEFINITION	The aim of this course is to provide information about internal dynamics of group and group behavior of the individual. In this course, students learn about the factors affecting formation, development, and maintenance of groups within the framework of social psychology theories and models. Culture and structure of the groups, groups, organizations, and community relations will be addressed. The individual-group relationship, mutual dependency and conflict, individuals' attachment to group and tendency to be involved to the group will be discussed as well as in decision-making within the group, leadership and team management.
COURSE CONTENTS	WEEK TOPICS 1st Week What is a Group? 2nd Week Formation of Groups 3rd Week Groups, Organizations, and Society 4th Week Leaders, Group Decision Making, and Team Management 5th Week Group Structure and Culture 6th Week Why Do People Join in Groups? 7th Week The Effect of Groups on Individual Performance 8th Week Mid-Term Exam 9th Week Conflict and Trust 10th Week Group Norms, Group Cohesiveness, and Group Socialization 11th Week Theories of Intergroup Relations 12th Week Intergroup Emotions 13th Week Social Cognition 14th Week Improving Intergroup Relations
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING	Hogg, M. A., & Abrams, D. (Ed.). (2001). Intergroup relations. Philadelphia: Psychology Press. Baron, R. S., & Kerr, N. (2003). Group process, group decision, group action (2nd ed.). Buckingham, UK: Open University Press.
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS	Project,Lecture,Discussion
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA	Quantity Percentage(%) Mid-term 1 30 Assignment 1 30 Total(%) 60 Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60 Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40 Total(%) 100
ECTS WORKLOAD	Activities Number Hours Workload Midterm exam 1 1 1 Preparation for Quiz Individual or group work 14 4 56 Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30 Course hours 14 3 42 Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20 Laboratory (including preparation) Final exam 1 1 1 Homework 1 25 25 Total Workload 175 Total Workload / 30 5,83 ECTS Credits of the Course 6
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION	English
WORK PLACEMENT(S)	No