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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PRE-SCHOOL TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | OKLZ305 |
| Name | Learning Approaches in Early Childhood |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | FE Field Education Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA YAŞAR |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. MUSTAFA YAŞAR
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to explore the basic principles and concepts of learning, the factors that efect learning in early childhood (feedback, motivation, reinforcements), theories and approaches to learning (Behaviorism, cognitive approaches, social leaning theory, and brain based learning), and how teachers can design environment and contents of education to create more effective learning in early childhood period.
Course Content
Basic principles and concepts of learning, the factors that efect learning in early childhood (feedback, motivation, reinforcements), theories and approaches to learning (Behaviorism, cognitive approaches, social leaning theory, and brain based learning), and how teachers can design environment and contents of education to create more effective learning in early childhood period.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the basic principles and concepts of learning, |
| LO02 | Explains the factors that efect learning in early childhood (feedback, motivation, reinforcements). |
| LO03 | Explains the theories and approaches to learning (Behaviorism, cognitive approaches, social leaning theory, and brain based learning). |
| LO04 | Design appropriate environment and contents of education to create more effective learning in early childhood period. |
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. | 5 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. | 1 |
| PLO03 | - | Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Uses family involvement strategies actively. | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . | 0 |
| PLO07 | - | Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. | 4 |
| PLO08 | - | Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. | 1 |
| PLO09 | - | Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. | 4 |
| PLO10 | - | Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. | 2 |
| PLO11 | - | Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. | 0 |
| PLO13 | - | Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. | 0 |
| PLO15 | - | Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. | 0 |
| PLO18 | - | Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. | 0 |
| PLO20 | - | Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic principles and concepts of learning, | none | |
| 2 | The factors that efect learning in early childhood (feedback, motivation, reinforcements), | Reading course materials | |
| 3 | Theories and approaches to learning (Behaviorism, Classic conditioning) | Reading course materials | |
| 4 | theories and approaches to learning (Behaviorism,operant conditioning) | Reading course materials | |
| 5 | theories and approaches to learning (The other Behaviorist approaches) | Reading course materials | |
| 6 | theories and approaches to learning (social leaning theory) | Reading course materials | |
| 7 | Theories and approaches to learning (cognitive approaches, information processing theory). | Reading course materials | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Preparation for exam | |
| 9 | Theories and approaches to learning (cognitive approaches, Gestalt theory). | Reading course materials | |
| 10 | Theories and approaches to learning (cognitive approaches, Constructivism, Piaget). | Reading course materials | |
| 11 | Theories and approaches to learning (cognitive approaches, Constructivism, Vygotsky). | Reading course materials | |
| 12 | Theories and approaches to learning (Brain-based learning). | Reading course materials | |
| 13 | Personalizing learning theories and approaches | Reading course materials | |
| 14 | Designing educational environment to create more effective learning in early childhood period. | Reading course materials | |
| 15 | Designing educational contentsto create more effective learning in early childhood period. | Reading course materials | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preparation for exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preparation for exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||