Psychology – Educational Psychology

Psychology – Educational Psychology

Speciality Description:

The Master’s program in "Psychology – Educational Psychology" at Odlar Yurdu University is designed to study the psychological foundations of teaching and learning processes. This specialty provides students with in-depth knowledge and skills in organizing psychological support within the educational system, analyzing the psychological characteristics of students and teachers, and effectively managing pedagogical processes.

Main Objectives of the Speciality:

- Foundations of Educational Psychology: Students are introduced to the theoretical principles of educational psychology and psychological approaches in the teaching process.
- Psychology of Learning and Development: Students learn about the psychological aspects of learning, development, and upbringing, along with ways to organize psychological support in this area.
- Educational Psychology and Teacher-Student Relationships: Knowledge is gained about the psychological aspects of teacher-student relationships in the educational process, motivation, and the psychology of learning.

Curriculum Includes:

- Theories of Educational Psychology: Psychological foundations of pedagogical processes, theories of teaching and upbringing.
- Learning and Development: Psychological aspects of learning and development processes, psychological characteristics of students and teachers.
- Motivation and Learning: Learning motivation, psychology of the learning process, and methods of psychological support.
Practical Experience: Application of educational psychology in the educational system and practical experience opportunities.

Career Prospects:

- Educational psychologist in educational institutions
- Specialist in psychological support at educational centers
- Psychological research and development programs within the education system
- Consultant and specialist in educational psychology

Core Skills:

- Deep study of the psychological aspects of learning and teaching processes
- Research and practical skills in the field of educational psychology
- Organization and application of psychological support in the education system
- Skills in psychological analysis of pedagogical processes

Duration of Study:

The Master's program lasts 2 years, offering students both theoretical and practical knowledge.

This specialty provides extensive knowledge and practical skills in educational psychology, ensuring broad career opportunities in psychological support and educational development.

Study Schedule for the Psychology – Educational Psychology