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Course Description Course Name : Project Approach and Its practices Course Code : OSC307 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Sub-Level (Undergraduate Degree) Year of Study : 3 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. DURMUŞ ASLAN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains what the project approach is Knows the philosophical foundations on which project approach base Explains the benefits of project approach to children Knows the teachers´ duties in project approach Knows the stages of project approach Explains the principles to be considered in topic selection Plans, implements and evaluates projects appropriate for preschoolers Develops family involvement strategies during project work Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : none Aim(s) of Course : The aim of the course is providing students knowledge about the description and objectives of project approach, the benefits to children, and experience in planning, applying and evaluating project works Course Contents : Description and philosophical foundations of project approach, benefits of project approach to children, the place and aim of project approach in pre-school education, the principles that should be considered in selection of project topic, The stages of project approach ( planning,applying and evaluating) family invovement in project approach, preparing and applying a project Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Introduction of the course Discussion 2 Definition and philosophical foundations of the project approach Tartışma Discussion 3 Objectives of the project approach, the benefits to children Tartışma Discussion 4 Topic selection in project approach Tartışma Discussion 5 Planning the project work and starting the project Tartışma Discussion 6 Creating a concept map Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 7 Mid-term exam 8 Practice: Field work and return to class Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 9 Ending the project Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 10 Evaluation of projects Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 11 Preparation of group projects Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 12 Preparation of group projects Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 13 Presentation of group projects Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 14 Presentation of group projects Tartışma ve küçük grup çalışması Discussion and small group work 15 Final exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Katz, G. L., & Chard, S. (2000). Engaging Children’s Minds: The Project Approach (Second Edition), Stamford, Connecticut: Ablex Publishing Corporation.  Chard, S. C. (1992). The Project Approach: Making Curriculum Come Alive (Practical Guide Book 1-2) Edmonton, Alberta: University of Alberta Printing Service.  Helm, J. H., & Katz, G. L. (2001). Young Investigator: The Project Approach in The Early Years. Teacher Collage Press, Newyork and London.  Katz G. L., & Chard, S. (2000). Engaging Children’s Minds: The Project Approach (Second Edition), Stamford, Connecticut: Ablex Publishing Corporation. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 5 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. 3 2 Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. 2 3 Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. 1 4 Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. 3 5 Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. 5 6 Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. 5 7 Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. 0 8 Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. 5 9 Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. 5 10 Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. 5 11 Uses family involvement strategies actively. 5 12 Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. 1 13 Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. 4 14 Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. 2 15 Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . 0 16 Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. 3 17 Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 5 2 10     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 0 0 0     Final Exam 1 26 26 Total Workload: 92 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.68 ECTS Credit: 4