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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PRE-SCHOOL TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | O308 |
| Name | Science Education |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-2 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. DURMUŞ ASLAN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. DURMUŞ ASLAN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The overall objective of this course, is to supply that the student teachers have knowledge about the importance and scope of science education and ability to practice in early childhood education
Course Content
The importance of science education in preschool period, the place of science education in preschool education program and the duties of teachers, Planning, applying and evaluating the science activities for preschool period, Theories of cognitive development in child, Concept development and education in pre-school period, Skills of scientific process, Examination of materials prepared for science education in preschool period, Science concepts proposed to be addressed in preschool education, Methods and techniques used in science education for pre-school, Field trip, Experiment, Project and analogy, Overall evaluation
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. | |
| PLO02 | - | Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. | |
| PLO03 | - | Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. | |
| PLO04 | - | Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. | |
| PLO05 | - | Uses family involvement strategies actively. | |
| PLO06 | - | Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . | |
| PLO07 | - | Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. | |
| PLO08 | - | Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. | |
| PLO09 | - | Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. | |
| PLO10 | - | Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. | |
| PLO11 | - | Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. | |
| PLO12 | - | Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. | |
| PLO13 | - | Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. | |
| PLO14 | - | Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. | |
| PLO15 | - | Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. | |
| PLO16 | - | Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. | |
| PLO17 | - | Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. | |
| PLO18 | - | Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. | |
| PLO19 | - | Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. | |
| PLO20 | - | Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The scope and content of the course | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 2 | The importance of science education in preschool period, the place of science education in preschool education program and the duties of teachers | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 3 | Planing, applying and evaluating the science activities for preschool period | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 4 | Theories of cognitive development in child | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 5 | Concept development and education in pre-school period | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 6 | Skills of scientific process | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 7 | Skills of scientific process | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 9 | Science concepts proposed to be addressed in preschool education | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 10 | Methods and techniques used in science education for pre-school | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 11 | Field trip | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 12 | Experiment | Reading the related materials, reviewing the related literature and praper a plan about field trip | |
| 13 | Project and analogy | Reading the related materials, reviewing the related literature, praper an experiment plan and apply it. | |
| 14 | Overall evaluation | Reading the related materials, reviewing the related literature, praper an analogy plan and apply it. | |
| 15 | Final Exam | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading the related materials and reviewing the related literature |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Performance Task (Application) | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |