SNFS306 Child Psychology

4 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 6. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Code SNFS306
Name Child Psychology
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 6. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 4 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. FİLİZ YURTAL
Course Instructor
1


Course Goal / Objective

To inform you about child development processes; to give information about some basic concepts and research methods used in child development study; to provide an overview of current theories of children's development and also discuss relationships between theories, empirical research strategies and research results; and discussing cultural perceptions about child development

Course Content

Within the scope of this course, the topics of development, factors affecting its development, problems that may be seen in children and the solution of these problems are discussed in childhood from the prenatal period to the end of adolescence.

Course Precondition

No

Resources

Yavuzer, H. (2000). School Age Child with Educational and Developmental Characteristics. Istanbul: Remzi Bookstore

Notes

Yavuzer, H. (1999) Child Psychology Istanbul: Remzi Bookstore.


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explains the basic concepts of child development and psychology.
LO02 Discusses the principles of development and the factors affecting it.
LO03 Summarizes the peculiarities of different developmental stages of children.
LO04 Compares theories about child development and psychology.
LO05 List the methods used in child development and psychology.
LO06 Explain the effects of negative experiences on children.
LO07 Recognizes the developmental and psychological problems seen in children.
LO08 It offers suggestions for the solution of developmental and psychological problems.
LO09 Cooperates with families in solving problems.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the concepts and principles related to the lessons (Mathematics, Turkish, Science, Life Sciences, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Games and Physical Activities, etc.) within the scope of primary school teachers.
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal It creates unique learning environments according to the developmental characteristics of students studying in the primary school (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th grade). 5
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Relates important people (scientists, journalists, painters, writers, etc.) in the historical process with educational practices.
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Use appropriate teaching strategies, methods and techniques in the teaching of the courses (Mathematics, Turkish, Science, Life Sciences, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Games and Physical Activities, etc.) in the primary school (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th grade) curriculum.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Becomes aware of the contribution of artistic works and studies to student development and reflects them on teaching practices. 3
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses scientific process skills in solving problems in the field of primary school teachers.
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of high-level thinking skills of students. 3
PLO08 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Plans, implements and evaluates the teaching-learning process, taking into account the developmental characteristics of students, their individual differences and the characteristics of the subject area. 5
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal It uses different measurement and evaluation methods and techniques in the evaluation of teaching processes and learning products. 3
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develops appropriate materials to create effective teaching-learning processes and uses information technologies effectively in this process. 2
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Takes responsibility both individually and together with other relevant persons (family, teacher, administrator, etc.) in solving the problems encountered while carrying out the teaching processes. 5
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Develops professional knowledge and skills by self-assessment. 2
PLO13 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Evaluates the knowledge gained through individual learning skills with a critical approach. 2
PLO14 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı It meets the educational needs in scientific, cultural, artistic, social and technological fields in line with its interests and abilities. 2
PLO15 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı He/she shares his/her thoughts and suggestions on issues related to his/her field, both orally and in writing. 2
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği It communicates effectively with its stakeholders (students, teacher friends, school management and parents) in the educational process and develops strategies to ensure family participation. 5
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği In the education-teaching process, it acts in accordance with the general aims and basic principles of education. 2
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Within the scope of lifelong learning, it designs projects and activities to improve its students, social environment and society. 2
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği It follows the scientific, artistic, social, economic and technological phenomena and events that occur in its immediate surroundings, in its country and in the world, and reflects it on its educational practices. 3
PLO20 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik It takes into account the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of the primary school teachers field in planning, implementing and evaluating instruction.
PLO21 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Gains knowledge and skills of planning, implementing and evaluating instruction in multigrade classes.
PLO22 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Follows the developments in her/his field from foreign/international sources. 3
PLO23 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik By adopting universal and root values, she/he becomes a role model for her students and her environment. 4
PLO24 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Becomes a model by using Turkish correctly and effectively in her/his daily and professional life. 3
PLO25 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik As a primary school teacher, she/he is knowledgeable and sensitive about the universality of human and child rights, social justice, quality culture, environment, health and work safety. 3
PLO26 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik It analyzes the relationship between educational philosophies and educational programs and reflects them on teaching practices. 2


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction of the course No preparation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım
2 Basic concepts of child development and psychology Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım
3 Principles of Development, Factors Affecting Development Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
4 Characteristics of different developmental stages of children Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap
5 Theories of child development and psychology I Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
6 Theories of child development and psychology II Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
7 Methods used in child development and psychology Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
8 Mid-Term Exam Written examination Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Evaluation of child development and psychology Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
10 The effects of negative experiences on children Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
11 Developmental and psychological problems in children I Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
12 Developmental and psychological problems in children II Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
13 Solution of developmental and psychological problems Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
14 Suggestions for solving problems Reading Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
15 Year-end evaluation No preparation Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
16 Term Exams Written examination Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
Final Exam 1 24 24
Total Workload (Hour) 88
Total Workload / 25 (h) 3,52
ECTS 4 ECTS

Update Time: 06.05.2024 10:22