Basic Information

Course Code:

PSYC 3002

Course Name:

Cross-Cultural Psychology

Language of Instruction:

English

Course Type:

Class

Course Level:

Bachelor

ECTS:

5.00

Instructor:

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Demet KARA

Course Objectives

This course explores how culture influences human behavior, cognition, and emotions. We will examine the theoretical and empirical foundations of cross-cultural psychology, focusing on how psychological processes differ across diverse cultures and how culture interacts with psychological functioning.

Course Content

This course covers the basic principles, theoretical foundations, and research methodologies of cross-cultural psychology. Throughout the semester, students will explore how cultural factors influence perception, cognition, motivation, and emotion, while also examining how social behavior and interpersonal dynamics are shaped across different cultural contexts. Additionally, the course focuses on critically evaluating cross-cultural research and its global applications, ultimately highlighting the essential role culture plays in shaping psychological theories and applied practices.

Course Books / Materials / Recommended Resources

• Cross-Cultural Psychology: Research and Applications by John W. Berry, Ype H. Poortinga, Seger M. Breugelmans, Athanasios Chasiotis, and David L. Sam. (2012). • Matsumoto, D., & Juang, L. (2022). Culture and Psychology (7th ed.). Cengage Learning. • Additional journal articles and case studies will be provided throughout the course.

Learning Outcomes

Code	Description
LO1	Explain the basic principles and methodologies of cross-cultural psychology.
LO2	Identify cultural factors that influence perception, cognition, motivation, emotion, and social behavior.Identify cultural factors that influence perception, cognition, motivation, emotion, and social behavior.
LO3	Critically evaluate cross-cultural research and apply these findings in a global context.
LO4	Analyze the role of culture in shaping psychological theories and practices.

Weekly Course Content

Week	Content
1	Introduction to Cross-Cultural Psychology
2	Introduction to Cross-Cultural Psychology
3	Research Methods in Cross-Cultural Psychology
4	Culture and Human Development
5	Culture, Self, and Identity
6	Motivation and Personality in a Cultural Context
7	Perception and Cognition Across Cultures
8	Midterm
9	Emotion and Culture
10	Culture and Social Behavior
11	Psychological Disorders in a Cross-Cultural Perspective
12	Acculturation and Multiculturalism
13	Culture and Gender
14	Culture and Organizational Psychology
15	Recap

Workload Calculation

Activity	Count	Duration (Hours)	Total
Attendance	14	3.00	42.00
Pre-Class Individual Study	14	3.00	42.00
Midterm Exam/Preparation	1	20.00	20.00
Final Exam/Preparation	1	20.00	20.00
Homework	2	10.00	20.00
Total Workload (Hours)			144
ECTS Credit (Workload / 25)			5

Assessment

#	Assessment Type	Contribution (%)
1		%20
2	Research Presentation	%10
3	Quiz	%5
4	Quiz	%5
5	Quiz	%5
6	Attendance	%5
7	Homework	%10
8	Other	%0
9	Final Exam	%40
TOTAL		%100

PO - LO Matrix

PO \ LO	LO1	LO2	LO3	LO4
PO-1
PO-2
PO-3
PO-4
PO-5
PO-6
PO-7
PO-8
PO-9
PO-10
PO-11
PO-12
PO-13
PO-14
PO-15
PO-16

1

Low Contribution

2

Medium Contribution

3

High Contribution

Teaching and Learning Methods

#	Method Name	Description	Tools
1	Lecture (expository teaching), interactive discussion	Listening and taking notes.	Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools (projector, computer, digital presentations)
2	Controversial Course	Listening and comprehension, critical thinking	Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools, projector, computer, overhead projector
3	Small Group Discussion	Listening and comprehension, processing observations/situations, critical thinking, question development	Standard classroom technologies, multimedia tools, projector, computer, overhead projector
4	Group Work	Students work in groups to prepare presentations.	Research and presentation
5	Homework	Solving and analyzing homework questions using a computer and Excel.	Computer

Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence

Cheating policy: Cheating is a form of academic misconduct and will not be tolerated. Any attempts at cheating will result in a failing grade in the course or disciplinary action. In group studies, if academic honesty is violated, all the group members will be held responsible for the incident. AI writing is also a major violation and will not be tolerated.