DEVELOPMENT IN ADOLESCENCE PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
CGY418	DEVELOPMENT IN ADOLESCENCE	8	2	2	3

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
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to impart knowledge about the biological, psychological, and social changes during adolescence, the problems encountered during this period, and counseling information for families in solving these problems.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Physical, mental, social, and emotional development in adolescence, potential problems during this period, risky behaviors, addictions, and prevention and solution suggestions for these issues.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the concept of adolescence.
Describes physical development in adolescence.
Describes mental development in adolescence.
Describes emotional and social development in adolescence.
Relates problems in adolescence and solutions.Explain emotional development in adolescence.
Provides examples of health problems and solutions in adolescence.
Relates school, peer, and professional relationships in adolescence.
Provides examples and relates family relationships in adolescence.
Explains risky behaviors and addictions in adolescence.
Defines addictions, classifies them, and explains solution suggestions.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, Web-based research	Introduction to course content, concepts related to adolescence	Verbal-visual presentation, Brainstorming, Discussion
2	Literature review, Individual research	Theories related to adolescence	Verbal-visual presentation
3	Individual research	Physiological changes in adolescence	Verbal-visual presentation, Discussion
4	Group research, Web-based research	Nutrition in adolescence	Group work
5	Group research	Sexual changes in adolescence	Group work, Presentation
6	Literature review, Web-based research	Brain and psychosocial changes in adolescents	Verbal-visual presentation, Brainstorming
7	Literature review	Psychosocial changes in adolescents	Verbal-visual presentation, Discussion
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Group research, Web-based research	Communication in adolescence	Presentation, Group work
10	Literature review	Neglect and abuse in adolescence	Case study, Discussion, Presentation
11	Group research	Problems in adolescence	Case study, Discussion, Group work
12	Individual research	Risky behaviors and addictions in adolescence	Presentation, Individual work
13	Literature review, Web-based research, Individual research	Types of addictions and prevention	Discussion, Individual work
14	Group research, Web-based research	Combating addiction and family counseling	Case study, Discussion, Group work
15	Web-based research	General review	Presentation, Brainstorming
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Syez, D. M., (Edt). (2012). Adolescence. Ankara: Nobel Academic.
Santrock, J.W. (2011). Lifespan Development. Ankara: Nobel Academic Publishing.
Üstündağ, A. (2021). Developmental Perspective on Adolescence. Ankara: Eğiten Kitap.
Çivildag, A. (2020). Psychology of Adolescence in the Development Process. Ankara: Nobel Academic Publishing.
Aydın, B. (2021). Group Studies from Adolescence to Adulthood. Ankara: Nobel Academic Publishing.
Elkin, N, Kütük H. (2023). Prevention from Addictions and Healthy Living: A Brief Overview. IGU Publications.
Şahin, C., Günuç S. (2020). Technology Addictions. Nobel Publications.

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.						5

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.				3

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.					4
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.					4
3	To be able to plan and manage activities for the development of employees under his/her responsibility within the framework of a project.						5

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.					4
2	Ability to identify learning needs and direct learning						5
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.				3
3	Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which they live with the awareness of social responsibility.						5
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.						5

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	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	2	4	8
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	1	14
Assignment (Homework)	2	4	8
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	1	1
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Short Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Short Exam	1	1	1
TOTAL	52	0	78