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  Course Description
Course Name : Cooperative Learning

Course Code : SÖ 706

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Assoc.Prof.Dr. KAMURAN TARIM GÖZÜBATIK

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Knows the basic principles of Cooperative learning method
Compares Cooperative learning method with other learning methods.
Knows the necessary social skills for the implementation of Cooperative learning.
Knows and applies the appropriate team techniques for Cooperative learning.
Knows unstructured techniques of Cooperative learning method.
Knows structured techniques of Cooperative learning method .
Prepares lesson plans using Cooperative learning techniques
Applies appropriate evaluation methods for Cooperative learning method.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To teach the basic principles of Cooperative learning method and the scientific studies demonstrating the effectiveness of cooperative learning.

Course Contents : The basic concepts of Cooperative learning, historical development, theories of learning and teaching and Cooperative learning, group and class identity development, communication skills, thinking skills, social skills and related activities, Cooperative learning techniques, Cooperative learning assessment.

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, Introduction of the handling of related information and resources Examining different samples by searching related sources Expository teaching strategies, discussion
2 Introduction of Cooperative Learning method, sample activities related to different subject areas Examining different samples by searching related sources Expository teaching strategies, discussion
3 Teaching and learning theories and cooperative learning Examining different samples by searching related sources Expository teaching strategies, discussion
4 Devoloping team and class identity in Cooperative Learning Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
5 Cooperative learning activities related to communication skills and social skills Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
6 Cooperative learning activities related to thinking skills Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
7 Cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
8 Mid term exam Exam preparation Written
9 Evaluation in Cooperative learning method Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
10 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
11 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
12 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
13 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
14 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
15 Evaluation of student projects related to cooperative learning techniques Examining different samples by searching related sources group discussion
16/17 Final exam Exam preparation Written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Johnson, D.W.; Johnson, R.T.; Holubec, E.J. (1987). Structuring cooperative learning: Lesson plans for teachers. Edina, Minnesota: Interaction Book Company.
 Slavin, R.E. (1990). Cooperative Learning: Theory, research and practice. New Jersey: Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs.
 Gömleksiz, M. (1997). Kubaşık öğrenme: Temel Eğitim Dördüncü Sınıf öğrencilerinin matematik başarısı ve arkadaşlık ilişkileri üzerine deneysel bir çalışma”. Adana:Baki Kitap ve Yayınevi, No.14. 8.
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 4 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 Defines scientific research and analysis methods which are used in social sciences. 0
2 Refers to the 1st- 4th grades primary education class schedules and basic principles. 0
3 Explains the theories of development and learning within the scope of primary education at 1st- 4th grades. 3
4 Clarifies teaching strategies, methods and techniques based upon the qualifications of graduation. 5
5 Explains the interaction among the disciplines related to the field. 0
6 Describes the teaching principles of the subject areas (Social Studies, Turkish, Science, Mathematics, etc.) of primary education at the 1st - 4th grades at a professional level. 0
7 Utilizes the combined information about class teaching and different areas. 0
8 Explains theoretical and practical knowledge of the field at a professional level. 0
9 Has a critical approach to the national and internatinal applications concerning the primary education. 0
10 Plans and executes a scientific research. 0
11 Conducts teaching methods and techniques by taking qualifications of graduation into account. 5
12 Performs the study required for expertise in their field independently. 0
13 Has the quality of leadership in situations related to problem solving in their field or organises teamwork. 0
14 Questions the scientific and social issues in a critical way, and welcomes new perspectives. 0
15 Conducts the studies in the field within the framework of lifelong learning. 0
16 Follows social and technological developments. 0
17 Conducts a scientific study in the field of primary education, and supporting with both qualitative and quantitative data submits the study to the experts and non-experts using written, oral and visual presentation techniques. 0
18 Utilises information and communication technologies effectively. 0
19 Speaks one of the languages in the European language portfolio fluent enough to understand knowledge related to the field and maintain oral and written communication. 0
20 Respects the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values while conducting a research and a project related to the field or interpreting a study. 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 5 70
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 4 5 20
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 9 9
    Final Exam 1 9 9
Total Workload: 150
Total Workload / 25 (h): 6
ECTS Credit: 6