| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Basic Information Technologies |
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| Course Code |
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ENF121 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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InstructorDr. AKIN EFENDİOĞLU
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Uses computers in their daily life and profession effectively
Solves problems by using the operating system on the computer.
Uses the word processor software (MS Word) to solve problems in daily life and work situation.
Uses the presentation software for daily life and professional situations
Uses MS Excel software effectively for daily life and professional situations
Uses search engines for an investigation, receives and sends e-mail easily.
Is aware of IT security and uses thecomputer safely.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The purpose of the course is to provide that learners can recognize information-communication technologies and also they can use these technologies in their daily life and profession. Additionally, learners can use the technological tools, materials and hardware in the process of life-long learning. |
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| Course Contents |
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Basic features of computer (hardware and software). Operating system and specifications. Using internet and computer safely (computer viruses and anti-virus software). MS Powerpoint, Word and Excel software and their specifications. Basic subjects of computer assisted teaching and learning. Using computers and technologies for effective instruction. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Computer Laboratory |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Introduction to course, its significance and explanition of the syllabus of the course. |
None |
Presentation and discussion |
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2 |
Investigation of basic hardware of computers |
Students bring to class hardware pictures. |
Presentation and discussion |
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3 |
Investigating the features of operating system (Windows 7) |
None |
Presentation and laboratory applications |
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4 |
Using internet, searching on the internet, specific features of search engines and using search engines |
To make a search on the net, students determine the spesific problem situation. |
Presentation and laboratory applications |
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5 |
Investigating MS Word software and its features |
None |
Presentation and laboratory applications |
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6 |
Investigating MS Word software and its features |
Öğrenciler karmaşık yapıda örnek bir word dokümanı getirir. |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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7 |
Investigating powerpoint software and its features and sample application. |
None |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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8 |
Mid-term exam |
None |
Multiple choise test and laboratory application |
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9 |
Investigating powerpoint software and its features and sample application. |
None |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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10 |
Investigating MS Excel software and its features and sample laboratory application. |
None |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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11 |
MS excel software, create an interactive table by using functions and a sample laboratory application |
None |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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12 |
MS excel software, create an interactive table by using functions and a sample laboratory application |
None |
Presentation, Case based learning, laboratory application. |
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13 |
Computer assisted teaching and learning approaches and features |
Students bring to class related scientific article. |
Case based learning and discussion |
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14 |
IT security, basic concepts and user´s duty. |
Newspaper article about IT security. |
Case based learning |
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15 |
Overall Rating |
None |
Multiple choise test and laboratory application |
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16/17 |
Final examination |
None |
Multiple choise test and laboratory application |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
They use the methods to enrich empathy, critical and creative thinking, effective decision making compatible with humanistic values and problem solving skills. |
2 |
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2 |
They plan teaching-learning process noting students´ individual differences and the characteristics of the subject focus. |
2 |
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3 |
They develop original materials student-oriented instruction and use information technologies. |
5 |
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4 |
They avoid beiong mechanical in measurement and evaluation and use creative and elaborative forms to provide multiple development of the students. |
0 |
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5 |
They explain information production methods of Social Sciences. |
2 |
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6 |
The graduates of Social Studies Education explain basic notions of the Social Sciences. |
0 |
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7 |
They recognize the cultural structures of their own and other societies. They also evaluate reasons and outcomes of changes throughout history. |
0 |
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8 |
They define the location of their place on Earth. They evaluate social, political and economical effects of geographical location and the results of them. |
0 |
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9 |
They become aware of the importance of using natural sciences and arts to apprehend the Earth multidimentionally. They define their scientific, cultural, artistic and social needs and develop themselves continually. |
0 |
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10 |
They relate the disciplines that contribute to content of Social Studies lesson, applying the required specific instruction methods for the program. |
2 |
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11 |
They describe the applications to create democratic learning environment and make the classroom a real piece of life. |
0 |
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12 |
They communicate with their students and social environment in different cultures, they defend the fact that problems can be solved peacefully. |
0 |
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13 |
They recognize scientific basis of education. |
0 |
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14 |
They evaluate themselves in terms of their own professional qualifications. |
0 |
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15 |
They avoid discrimination and defend that living an honorable and human-rights convenient life is required for all humanity. |
0 |
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16 |
They become a citizen-teacher model. They struggle for a solution to current problems of the globe and their own environment as a participant member of the society. |
0 |
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17 |
They value self-confidence, braveness to question and power of changing. They want to study hard and take responsibility for achieving that goal. |
0 |
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18 |
They reach information sources and evaluate their learnings in a critical attitude. |
0 |
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19 |
They value life-long learning. |
5 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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