The purpose of this course is to introduce pre-school education and pre-school educational institutions.
Prerequisite(s)
None
Corequisite(s)
None
Special Requisite(s)
None
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Emine Hande Aydos
Course Assistant(s)
Schedule
Thursday, 09:00-11:45, Kültür School, Ataköy Campus (Group B)
Thursday, 14:00-16:45, Kültür School, Ataköy Campus (Group A)
Office Hour(s)
Lecturer Eylem Bayram Tuncay, Mondays, 14:00-16.00, Kültür School, Ataköy Campus
Teaching Methods and Techniques
-Lectures
Principle Sources
-Balat, G. U. (2010) Okul Öncesi Eğitime Giriş, Pegem, Ankara.
-Haktanır, G. (2008) Okul Öncesi Eğitime Giriş, Anı Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Other Sources
-Başal, H. A. (2005) Okul Öncesi Eğitiminin İlke ve Yöntemleri, Morpa,
İstanbul.
-Oktay, A. (2005). Yaşamın Sihirli Yılları: Okul Öncesi Dönem, Epsilon
Yayınları, İstanbul.
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Course Introduction-
Presentation of Resources
Lecture
2. Week
Benefits and The Importance of Pre-school Education
Lecture
3. Week
Benefits and The Importance of Pre-school Education
Lecture
4. Week
Early Childhood Education In Turkey and In The World
Lecture
5. Week
Early Childhood Education In Turkey and In The World
Lecture
6. Week
Basic Characteristics and Requirements of Pre-school Children
Lecture
7. Week
Basic Characteristics and Requirements of Pre-school Children
Lecture
8. Week
Midterm Exam Week
9. Week
Basic Principles of Pre-school Education
Lecture
10. Week
Basic Theories of Pre-school Education
Lecture
11. Week
Basic Theories of Pre-school Education
Lecture
12. Week
Characteristics of A Pre-school Teacher
Lecture
13. Week
Preschool Education Institutions and The Types of Physical, Social and Educational Environment Features
Lecture
14. Week
The Importance of The Role of Family During Pre-school Period
Lecture
15. Week
School-Family cooperation During Pre-school Education Period&Different Program Applications in Pre-school Education
Lecture
16. Week
Final Exam Week
17. Week
Final Exam Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Integrate knowledge of child development and learning, subject-matter/disciplinary content, interdisciplinary themes, research and inquiry methods to early childhood pedagogy.
PO-2
Create developmentally and culturally appropriate early childhood learning environments that encourage individual and collaborative learning.
PO-3
Cooperate and collaborate with colleagues, families, community, other individuals and agencies in ways that contribute to development and learning of young children.
PO-4
Use multiple tools and methods of early childhood assessments to continuously monitor and document children’s progress and to guide instruction.
PO-5
Utilize appropriate pedagogical and professional knowledge and skills in planning, implementation, and evaluation of early childhood curriculum and services.
PO-6
Demonstrate commitment to early childhood profession, professionalism, lifelong learning, personal and professional growth.
PO-7
Demonstrate commitment to the ethical principles of early childhood profession.
PO-8
Value diverse opinions, belief systems, cultures and contribution of others.
PO-9
Demonstrate critical thinking skills, inquiry, creativity, initiative and innovation to solve a range of problems in everyday situations.
PO-10
Access and analyze information from a variety of sources, including information and communication technology, to attain personal and professional goals.
PO-11
Demonstrate skills in self-discipline, time and information management, individual and team work in interdisciplinary projects.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
Describe the fundamental concepts of and facts about the field of early childhood education
LO-2
Identify the characteristics, roles, and dispositions of effective early childhood teachers.
LO-3
Evaluate programs and services delivered to young children and their families.
LO-4
Compare the charecteristics of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergartners
LO-5
Plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children
LO-6
Discuss current issues and trends in early childhood education relative to Turkey and within the context of a global society
LO-7
Have the knowledge of various approaches in pre-school education
