PRINCIPLES AND METHODS OF ECE PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
CGP206	PRINCIPLES AND METHODS OF ECE	3	2	2	3

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 :	Elective
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:	Preschool education definition, scope and importance to comprehend, to serve individual characteristics of teachers and tasks, understand the preschool education in the physical conditions in educational environments to explain the annual and daily plans understand the work
Contents of the Course Unit:	Early childhood in Turkey and in the world of early childhood and pre-school, pre-school education definition, principles, importance and benefits of pre-school education, fundamental views and pre-historical development of education in the world and in Turkey pre-school education present situation of pre-school children the basic features and requirements, preschool teacher characteristics, pre-school education institution types (nursery school, kindergarten, etc..), the pre-school physical, social and educational environment features, pre-school education during the family's role and importance

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Makes the definition of pre-school education and the principles of sorts.
Pre-school education practices in Turkey and in the world knows.
List the characteristics of pre-school educational institutions.
Basic and social needs of children in preschool specifies.
List the characteristics of pre-school teachers.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	written sources	Preschool education definition, scope and importance	Lecture
2	Written Sources	Fundamental Principles of Early Childhood Education	Expression
3	Written Sources	Behaviors to be acquired based on developmental goals	Expression
4	Written Sources	Behavior based on developmental goals to be won	Expression
5	Written Sources	Behavior based on developmental goals to be won	Lecture
6	Written Sources	O.Ö.E. basic ways to gain	Lecture
7	Written Sources	O.Ö.E. institutions to serve the features and functions of teachers	Expression
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	written sources	O.Ö.E. institutions to serve the features and functions of teachers	Expression
10	written sources	O.Ö.E corporate and educational environments of the physical conditions	Lecture
11	written sources	O.Ö.E corporate and educational environments of the physical conditions	Expression
12	written sources	O.Ö.E institutions and elements of the programs implemented at	Expression
13	written sources	O.Ö.E institutions and elements of the programs implemented at	Expression
14	written sources	O.Ö.E institutions and elements of the programs implemented at	Lecture
15	written sources	O.Ö.E institutions and elements of the programs implemented at	Lecture
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Preschool education principles and methods / Prof Dr. Tanja Gürkan, Prof Dr. Ayla Oktay / Anadolu University / Preschool Activities / Victory Sukan / National Training Publications / Preschool Education Commission / National Education Publications / Commission

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	Child Development in related fields also have knowledge of regulations and procedures to be.						5
2	Preschool special education on the topics of education and comprehension skills required to win.						5
3	Explains the developmental periods, psychological, cognitive and social development processes of normally developing children and children with special needs.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	About child development and education requirements of their profession may realize.						5
2	Child development and learning methods and techniques on the training can be explained.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies potential problems related to child development and plans the necessary research for these problems.						5
2	Critically evaluates the programs implemented in pre-school education institutions.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Implements educational programs and activities that support the development of preschool children.				3
2	Plans and implements an appropriate education program for children aged 0-6, taking into account the developmental characteristics of children in pre-school and special education.				3
3	Knows childhood diseases and provides first aid in situations requiring emergency intervention.	0
4	Have the ability to communicate effectively with children.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Takes joint and individual responsibilities in interdisciplinary studies on Child Development.				3
2	Uses knowledge, skills and competencies in the field of child development with a professional approach, in light of ethical principles and in accordance with legal frameworks.					4
3	He/she carries out a given task independently, using his/her basic knowledge about child development.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Develops an attitude and attitude that is open to learning regarding lifelong personal and professional development.						5
2	Evaluates the basic knowledge and skills acquired in the field of child development with a critical approach.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/she shares his/her thoughts and solution suggestions regarding the problems with experts and non-experts on the subjects related to his/her field.					4
2	Informs relevant individuals and institutions by using the basic knowledge and skills he/she has on issues related to child development; conveys his/her thoughts and solution suggestions for problems in written and verbal form.				3
3	He/she is sensitive to the events on the agenda of society and the world in his/her field and follows the developments.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Develop creative thinking skills.					4
2	Ability to work in collaboration with other disciplines has the experience.				3
3	External appearance, demeanor, attitude and behavior exemplifies the community.				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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	1	14
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	1	2	2
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	2	2
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	76