Information Package / Course Catalogue
Mental Exploration and Analytical Approach
Course Code: DY027
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to improve students' skills in multidimensional thinking, analytical reasoning, and critical engagement with information, enabling them to make informed decisions in both professional and social settings

Course Content

Structuring thinking processes, skills of analysis and synthesis, techniques of logical reasoning, methodological approaches to decision-making and problem-solving, ethical awareness, and time management

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Neşe ERAY
Learning Outcomes
1.Develops skills in evaluating and interpreting information. .
2.Can propose analytical and creative solutions to problems.
3.Can make conscious choices in ethical decision-making
4.Shares ideas and remains open to criticism in team settings.
5.Manages decision-making processes by planning time effectively.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.1. Kahneman, Daniel. "Thinking, fast and slow." Farrar, Straus and Giroux (2011).
2.2. Ladson-Billings, Gloria. "Asking the right questions." Studying diversity in teacher education (2011): 385-398.
3.3. Belgin Özerus Yıldırım, Süheyla Altuğ Özsoy (Ed.), Hemşirelikte Eleştirel Düşünme, 2010.
4.4. Güncel akademik makaleler / Current academic articles
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Foundations of Thinking
Week 2 - Theoretical
Mental Processes and Their Dimensions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Techniques of Reasoning
Week 4 - Theoretical
echniques of Reasoning
Week 5 - Theoretical
Unbiased and Inquisitive Approach
Week 6 - Theoretical
Personal Awareness and Insight
Week 7 - Theoretical
Behavioral Patterns of Analytical Minds
Week 8 - Theoretical
Behavioral Patterns of Analytical Minds
Week 9 - Theoretical
Decision-Making Processes
Week 10 - Theoretical
Problem-Solving Methods
Week 11 - Theoretical
Brainstorming and Concept Mapping
Week 12 - Theoretical
Colored Perspectives of the Mind
Week 13 - Theoretical
Ethical Perspectives
Week 14 - Theoretical
Using Time Wisely
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Midterm Examination1224
Final Examination1224
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)50
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
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PÇ-5
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OÇ-1
5
5
OÇ-2
5
5
OÇ-3
5
5
OÇ-4
5
5
5
OÇ-5
5
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026