Information Package / Course Catalogue
Problem Solving
Course Code: HF140
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 4
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to develop the students' problem solving skills.

Course Content

Interactive topics that help to improve students' problem-solving skills will be taught in this course.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.To be able to explain the concept of problem-solving and its dimensions.
2.To be able to comprehend that problem-solving is an ability that can be improved
3.To be able to use problem-solving skills in interpersonal relationships
4.To be able to approach problems in a positive manner
5.Accepting problems as opportunities for self-development.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Eskin, M. (2010). Sorunlarımı çözebilirim sorun çözme el kitabı. HYB Basım Yayın, Ankara.
2.Eskin, M. (2011). Sorun çözme terapisi. (2. Baskı). Ankara: HYB Basım Yayın.
3.D’zurilla, T. J., Nezu, A. M., Maydeu-Olivares, A. (2004). Social problem solving: theory and assessment. Chang, E. C., D’Zurilla, T. J., Sanna, L. J. (Eds.) Social Problem Solving: Theory, Research, and Training., American Psychological Association, Washington DC
4.D’Zurilla, T. J., ve Nezu, A. M. (2010). Problem-solving therapy. Dobson K. S. (Ed.) Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, 3. Baskı, The Guilford Press New York
5.D’ Zurilla, T. J., Nezu, A. M. (2006). Problem-solving therapy: A positive approach to clinical intervention, 3rd Edition, Springer Publishing Company.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to Problem-solving
Week 2 - Theoretical
Self-monitoring in Problem-solving
Week 3 - Theoretical
Positive Problem Orientation, Thinking Errors
Week 4 - Theoretical
Cognitive Restructuring
Week 5 - Theoretical
Positive Problem Orientation and Emotions
Week 6 - Theoretical
Communication with I Language
Week 7 - Theoretical
Relaxation Exercises
Week 8 - Theoretical
Emotional Awareness (Midterm Exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Identifying the Problem
Week 10 - Theoretical
Setting Objectives
Week 11 - Theoretical
Creating Possible Solution Alternatives
Week 12 - Theoretical
Choosing the Appropriate Solution
Week 13 - Theoretical
Applying the Selected Solution
Week 14 - Theoretical
Evaluation of the Problem-solving Education
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Midterm Examination125227
Final Examination125227
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)96
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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OÇ-1
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
5
3
5
OÇ-2
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
5
3
5
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5
5
5
5
5
5
3
5
3
5
OÇ-4
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
5
3
5
OÇ-5
5
5
5
5
5
5
3
5
3
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026