ÖZEL EĞİTİM I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
CGP151	ÖZEL EĞİTİM I	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer MERVE MERCAN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer ÖZGE ÜNSEVER
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of Special Education I is to enable students to understand the basic concepts and principles of special education, the causes of disabilities, and the developmental characteristics of children with disabilities.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The course content includes concepts related to special education, types of disabilities, and the developmental characteristics of children with these types of disabilities.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
It explains the definition, aims, and basic principles of special education.
It identifies the biological, environmental, and social factors that cause special needs.
It distinguishes the developmental characteristics of children with visual, hearing, physical, and intellectual disabilities.
It explains the basic characteristics and needs of children with communication, language, and speech disorders.
It analyzes the educational processes of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and learning disabilities.
It identifies the developmental characteristics and educational needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
It compares educational approaches for children with long-term (chronic) illnesses, gifted children, and children with special talents.
It evaluates the basic approaches to the developmental and educational needs of children with multiple disabilities.
It develops an attitude consistent with ethical principles, individual differences, and an inclusive education approach when working with children with special needs.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Reading	Special Education and the Basic Principles of Special Education	Lecture/Discussion
2	Literature Reading	Factors Causing Special Needs	Lecture/Discussion
3	Literature Reading	Children with Visual Impairment	Lecture/Discussion
4	Literature Reading	Children with Hearing Impairment	Lecture/Discussion
5	Literature Reading	Children with Physical Disabilities	Lecture/Discussion
6	Literature Reading	Children with Intellectual Disabilities	Lecture/Discussion
7	Literature Reading	Children with Communication, Language and Speech Disorders	Lecture/Discussion
8	Literature Reading	Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder	Lecture/Discussion
9	Literature Reading	Children with Learning Disabilities	Lecture/Discussion
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature Reading	Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder	Lecture/Discussion
12	Literature Reading	Children with Long-Term (Chronic) Illnesses	Lecture/Discussion
13	Literature Reading	Gifted and Talented Children	Lecture/Discussion
14	Literature Reading	Children with Multiple Disabilities	Lecture/Discussion
15	Literature Reading	Children with Multiple Disabilities	Lecture/Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Aksoy, V. (2016). Özel eğitim. Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Baykoç, N. (Ed.) (2018). Özel Eğitim ve Kaynaştırma, İzge Yayıncılık.
Walters, G., Fisher, L., Edd. (2012). What Works for Special Education and At-Risk Learners: AFramework for General Education Teachers and Administrators. Amerika BirleşikDevletleri: Trafford Publishing.
Batu, E.S ve Çıkılı-Soylu (2023). Özel Eğitim ve Bütünleştirme, Nobel Akademi.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC1: Explains legal regulations and procedures related to child development.						5
2	PC2: Explains the legal process regarding children's rights and protection, and measures against child neglect and abuse.				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC3: By monitoring current national and international developments in their field from diverse sources, they make assessments regarding professional practices.				3
2	PC4: Explains the basic concepts, legal regulations, and risk factors related to occupational health and safety.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC5: Collaborate by communicating effectively with families and the community.						5
2	PC6: Select and effectively use tools, equipment, and technologies used in professional practices in a manner appropriate to their purposes.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC7: Considering the developmental characteristics of children aged 0-6 in preschool and special education, it plans and implements an appropriate educational program for the child.						5
2	PC8: Identifies potential problems related to their profession and conducts the necessary research to address them.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC9: Analyzes problems related to the field.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC10: Develops solutions while observing professional and ethical values.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC11: They serve as a role model for society through their appearance, demeanor, attitude, and behavior.				3
2	PC12: Can work in collaboration with other disciplines.						5
3	PC13: Manages communication processes with families and multidisciplinary teams.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	PC14: Follows developments in the professional field by using a foreign language.		1
2	PC15: Demonstrates an open attitude towards learning related to lifelong personal and professional development.				3

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	3	42
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	3	42
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	3	3	9
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	4	3	12
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	51	0	149