MUSIC EDUCATION IN CHILDHOOD PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
CGY345	MUSIC EDUCATION IN CHILDHOOD	5	2	2	2

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. NURTEN ELKİN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer BUSE KERİGAN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills related to the kinds of activities and music concepts by improving the sense of rhythm.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Definition of Music, Objectives, Importance in Education Basic concepts about music Music in Childhood Music Approaches Effect of Music on Child Development Factors Affecting Children's Development of Music Skills Music Techniques Used in Education in Childhood Role and Importance of Educator Media and Instruments Application of Music Activities According to Children's Developmental Characteristics

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the basic concepts of music.
Explains the place and importance of music in the life of children.
Summarizes the effect of music on the different areas of child development
Gives examples of different musical activities.
Plans musical activities for children.
Designs materials to be used in musical activities for children.
Produces musical activities for children.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review	Introduction of the course, general orientation and introduction to music education	Direct Instruction
2	Literature review	Introduction to Music Education	Direct Instruction
3	Literature review, discussion	Distinguishing sounds, exercises of listening and producing, information on musical notes and solfeggio	Direct Instruction, Discussion
4	Literature review, individual research	Aim and importance of music in childhood	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning, Q/A
5	Literature review, w eb-based research	Types of musical activities	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning
6	Literature review, w eb-based research	Types of musical activities and designing a music activity	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning, Q/A
7	Literature review, group-based research, individual research	Types of musical activities and designing a music activity	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review, web-based research	Importance and Role of Educator in Music Education	Instruction, Brainstorming, Creative Study Method
10	Literature review, individual research	Childhood musical instruments and songs	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning
11	Literature review, individual research	Childhood musical instruments and songs	Direct Instruction, Project Based Learning
12	Literature review, individual research	Music for Children with Special Needs	Instruction, Brainstorming, Project Based Learning
13	Group-based research, individual research	Creative Movement and Dance Practices	Project Based Learning, Creative Study Method
14	Literature review, individual research	Application of music with children	Direct Instruction, Q/A Session
15	Visual resources, applications	Making Music Intstruments Upcycled Materials Workshop	Application, Creative Study Method
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Özgül,İ. (2014). Music Education and Teaching. Ankara:Pegem Academy
Yener,S. (2010). Music Theory Education in Professional Music Education. Ankara: Pegem Academy
Bayraktar,Ö. (2018). 140 Music Activity. İstanbul: Kitapdostu Publications
Artan, İ. (2018). Music Education in Preschool Period. Ankara: Hedef Publishing

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	The foundation of professional theoretical knowledge of child development science is child, family, development, forms the concepts of evaluation, identification, support, intervention, education and follow-up. It Ensuring that the Child Development profession is learned on a scientific basis by considering the concepts with a holistic approach.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To have advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks, application tools and other resources containing up-to-date information in the field of Child Development.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to define and analyze problems, to develop solutions based on research and evidence by using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Child Development.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of Child Development.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Being able to independently carry out an advanced study in the field of Child Development.				3
2	To be able to take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex unforeseen problems encountered in practices related to Child Development.				3
3	To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Being able to critically evaluate the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Child Development.				3
2	Ability to identify learning needs and direct learning					4
3	Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To be able to inform relevant persons and institutions on issues related to Child Development; to be able to convey their thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing.					4
2	To be able to share with experts and non-experts, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data, their thoughts and solutions to problems in the field of Child Development.			2
3	Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which they live with the awareness of social responsibility.					4
4	To be able to follow the information in the field and communicate with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.			2
5	To be able to use information and communication technologies together with computer software at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License required by the Child Development field.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	To act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values ​​in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the results related to Child Development.					4
2	To have sufficient awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture and protection of cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.					4

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	8	1	8
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	4	1	4
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	4	1	4
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	4	1	4
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	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	38	0	52