Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1PDR622Okulda Pozitif Psikoloji Uygulamaları3+0+031020.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Doctorate's Degree
Department / Program Psychological Counseling and Guidance (PhD)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The purpose of this course is to examine theoretical approaches and scientific research findings in the field of positive psychology within an educational context. It aims to develop students’ research and practical competencies for adapting this knowledge and these findings to psychological counseling and guidance services in schools. Accordingly, the course aims to help students understand the fundamental concepts and theoretical foundations of positive psychology; identify and evaluate scientific research methods in this field; adapt positive psychology-based practices to school settings; and acquire the skills to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based psychoeducational programs.
Course Content This course examines the historical development, theoretical foundations, and core concepts of positive psychology, as well as the relationships among these concepts. The role, importance, and applications of concepts such as self-efficacy, self-awareness, perseverance, encouragement, gratitude, flow, hope, optimism, and resilience in educational settings are explored in light of scientific research. Conducted through research, presentations, discussions, and practical applications, the course requires students to review current scientific sources related to the topics each week, conduct critical evaluations, and actively participate in discussions. Additionally, students are expected to design and implement a psychoeducational program focused on at least one of the core concepts of positive psychology, as well as to conduct research and practical activities aligned with the weekly topics and prepare reports on these activities.
Course Methods and Techniques Explanation, asking questions, discussion.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Prof.Dr. Ramin ALİYEV
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Seligman, M. (2002). Authentic happiness: Using the new positive psychology to realize your potential your potential for lasting fulfillment. New York, NY: Free Press.
Işık, S¸. (2017). Okulda pozitif psikoloji uygulamaları. Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Tekinalp, B. E., & Işık, S¸. (2017). Eğitimde pozitif psikoloji uygulamaları. Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Printed and digital resources available at the library.
Course Notes -

Course Category
Education %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 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 15 3 45
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 15 6 90
Assignments 2 10 20
Presentation 1 15 15
Mid-terms 1 20 20
Practice 1 50 50
Final examination 1 60 60
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 10 300

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explains the historical development of positive psychology, its theoretical foundations, and the disciplines with which it is associated, and discusses them from a critical perspective.
2 Explains the fundamental theories and concepts of positive psychology.
3 Analyzes the fundamental concepts of positive psychology in terms of their similarities, differences, and interrelationships.
4 They evaluate scientific knowledge and research findings in the field of positive psychology in a way that makes them applicable to their own lives and school settings.
5 Develops and implements activities and psychoeducational programs based on the positive psychology approach.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Course introduction, objectives, learning outcomes, expectations, teaching materials and course outline; definition and scope of positive psychology Reading the course syllabus and relevant sources Course syllabus; textbook and resources specified by the instructor.
2 Development of positive psychology Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
3 Overview of key concepts in positive psychology Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
4 Self-determination and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
5 Flow theory and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
6 Resilience and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
7 Grit and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
8 Midterm examination
9 Hope, optimism and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
10 Gratitude and related research Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
11 Evaluation of positive psychology concepts in the context of psychological counseling Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
12 Implementation and presentation of the developed educational program Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
13 Positive psychology in schools: Overview and synthesis Reading the relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.
14 General evaluation; presentation of the implemented activity and submission of the final report Preparing the implementation report and reading relevant sources Reviewing relevant literature, including book chapters, articles and online resources recommended by the instructor.

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8
All 3 2 2 1 2 2 2 2
C1 3 1 1 1 1 1
C2 3 2 1 1 2 2 1 2
C3 2 2 2 1 2 1 1
C4 3 1 1 1 3 1 2 3
C5 2 2 2 1 3 3 2 3

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