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  Course Description
Course Name : Classroom Management

Course Code : MB 309

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 3

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 3

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. MUSTAFA YAŞAR

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains the basic concepts related to classroom management
Explains the social and psychological factors that effect students´ behavior.
Explains the techniques to create a positive learning environment that promote learning and development
Explains and applies the classroom organization, motivational strategies, classroom communication, discipline and time management for effective teaching
Explains the approaches to unwanted student behaviors in the classroom
Recognizes children with special needs and modify the classroom organization to provide appropriate learning environment for them.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To introduce the techniques and approaches to create a learning environment that promote effective teaching and prepare preservice teachers to deal with classroom problems that hinder learning

Course Contents : Basic concepts related to classroom management -The factors that effect classroom management -classroom management problems and problem solving techniques

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 the definitions of basic concepts and approaches related to classroom management Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (14-57) lecture and classroom discussion
2 the factors that effect student behavior and classroom management Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (62-82) lecture and classroom discussion
3 Organization of classroom environment (Physical properties, planning and applying the classroom activities) Time management Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (86-108) Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (136-189) lecture and classroom discussion
4 Effective communication, student motivation and encouragemt Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (115-134) Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (192-212) lecture and classroom discussion
5 Approaches to classroom management and related theories Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (29-53) Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (278-324) lecture and classroom discussion
6 Classroom as a system Course notes lecture and classroom discussion
7 Properties of a system course notes lecture and classroom discussion
8 vize preparation for the exam multiple coices
9 Rules and regulations in the classroom Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (244-) Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (278-324) lecture and classroom discussion
10 Unwanted behaviors and behavior management Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (244-274) lecture and classroom discussion
11 Unwanted behaviors and behavior management Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (244-274) lecture and classroom discussion
12 classroom management problems and recommended solutions according to Systems theory Course notes lecture and classroom discussion
13 classroom management wit special needs children Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (364-387) lecture and classroom discussion
14 Family involvement and family in Aktas-Arnas &Sadık (328-361) lecture and classroom discussion
15 general overview of the course overview of all the reading materials lecture and classroom discussion
16/17 final preparation for the exam multiple choices


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Aktaş Arnas, Y. , Sadık,F.(2008) . Sınıf Yönetimi. Ankara: Kök Yayıncılık
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 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. 0
2 Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. 3
3 Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. 4
4 Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. 2
5 Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. 3
6 Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. 4
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. 3
9 Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. 4
10 Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. 0
11 Uses family involvement strategies actively. 2
12 Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. 0
13 Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. 0
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. 0
17 Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. 0
* 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 2 28
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 8 8
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 6 6
    Final Exam 1 10 10
Total Workload: 66
Total Workload / 25 (h): 2.64
ECTS Credit: 3