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Course Description Course Name : Introduction to Preschool Education Course Code : O- 101 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Instructor ŞULE ERDEN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains the basic concepts related to early childhood education, Explains the history of early childhood education in Turkey and in the world Explains the major approaches to basic principles of early childhood education Explains the educational environments, development of fundamental skills of the staff working in pre-school education Explains the impact of mass media and early childhood education, teacher education and school/family collaboration. Explains importance of children rights Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : Enable studens explain and discuss major approaches to basic principles of early childhood education, educational environments, development of fundamental skills, impact of mass media and early childhood education, teacher education and school/family collaboration. Course Contents : Explaination and discussion of major approaches to basic principles of early childhood education, educational environments, development of fundamental skills, impact of mass media and early childhood education, teacher education and school/family collaboration. 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 Explain important and the basic concepts related to early childhood education, Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 2 Explain History in the World of early childhood education, Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 3 Discussion book of Emile Reading the book emilie before case studies, question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 4 Explain History in Turkey of early childhood education Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 5 Explain basic principles of early childhood education in today Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 6 Discussion book of Neill´s Summerhill School Reading book of Neill´s Summerhill School case studies,question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 7 Explain approachs of early childhood education in today Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 8 Mid-term exam Prepation for the mid-term Exam Exam and student portfolio 9 Dission properties of staffs in kindergarten Meeting with teachers and the managment of school question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 10 Discussion book of Dibs in Search of Self Read book of Dibs in Search of Self case, studies, question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 11 Discussion physical characteristics (outdoor like garten) in kindergarten Reading sources related the content case studies, question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 12 Discussion physical characteristics (indoor like classroom) in kindergarten Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 13 Discussion book on Education, Especially in Early Childhood Read book on Education, Especially in Early Childhood Case studies, question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 14 Discussion of the importance of the mass media in pre-school term Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 15 Explain the importance of children´s rights Reading sources related the content question and answer, discussion, brainstorming 16/17 Final Exam Prepation for final Exam and student portfolio   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Poyraz, H. ve Dere, H. (2001) Okulöncesi Eğitimin İlke ve Yöntemleri, Anı yayıncılık  Tümkaya, S. ve Gülaçtı, F. (2010). Early Childhood Education, Nobel yayınları  Axline, V. (1986). Dibs in Search of Self  Russell, B. (2005).On Education, Especially in Early Childhood.  Haktanır, G. (2007). Introduce of early childhood education, Anı yayıncılık  Onur, B. (2005).History of Childhood at Turkey, İmge Kitapevi.  Rousseau, J.J. (2000) Emile, Babil yayınları  Neil, A.S. Neill´s Summerhill School 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 14 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. 1 2 Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. 1 3 Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. 5 4 Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. 5 5 Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. 0 6 Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. 0 7 Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. 1 8 Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. 4 9 Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. 2 10 Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. 1 11 Uses family involvement strategies actively. 1 12 Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. 5 13 Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. 5 14 Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. 5 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. 2 17 Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. 5 18 Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. 0 19 Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. 0 20 Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. 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 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 14 3 42     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8     Final Exam 1 12 12 Total Workload: 118 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.72 ECTS Credit: 5