ÇGE652 - APPLICATION of CHILD DEVELOPMENT and EDUCATION RES

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)		 Application
(hours/week)		 Credit ECTS
APPLICATION of CHILD DEVELOPMENT and EDUCATION RES ÇGE652 1st Semester 2 2 3 8
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeMust 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Question and Answer
Project Design/Management
 
Instructor (s)Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haktan DEMÄ°RCÄ°OÄžLU 
Course objectiveAt the end of the course students will be aimed to learn, process of scientific research, ethical principles, researches models, sampling methods, data collection methods and will have the skills of, research planing, select appropriate data collecting tools, interpret colecting data and reporting. 
Learning outcomes
  1. Students will - Explain the scientific methods,
  2. - Identify types of research, -Know the ethical principles that should be followed in child development and education researches and define the necessary ethical principles in reporting process,
  3. - Arrange the stages of the research process,
  4. - Define a research problem,
  5. - Determine the hypothesis and variables of the study,
  6. - Determine aim of the research
  7. - Explain the methods of sampling
  8. - Describe the basic concepts of measurement - Arrange the stages of scientific paper - Explane the rules to prepare scientific reports / papers
Course ContentFundamentals of scientific research, process of scientific research, ethical principles in child development and education researches, process of scientific research, researches models, define a research problem,sampling methods, data collection methods, Definition of measurement,requirements for measuring instruments, process of measuring, data processing, interpretation, and reporting 
References- Karasar,N. (2011). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi, Nobel Yayınları, Ankara
- Şenol, Ş. (2012). Araştırma ve Örnekleme Yöntemleri, Nobel Yayınları, Ankara
- Büyüköztürk, Ş.; Çakmak, E.K.; Akgün, Ö.E. (2012). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri, Pegem Yayınları, Ankara
- Sümbüloğlu, V., Sümbüloğlu, K. (1998). ?Sağlık Bilimlerinde Araştırma Yöntemleri? Hatiboğlu Yayınları, Ankara.
- Arseven, A. (2003). ?Alan Araştırma Yötemi, İlkeler, Teknikler, Örnekler?.
-Lawrence, N. (2003). Social Research Methods, A&B Publishing, USA
-Elmes, D. G., Kantowitz, B. H., & Roediger III, H. L. (2006). Research methods in psychology. Nelson Education.
-Christensen, L. B., Johnson, B., & Turner, L. A. (2015). Research methods, design and analysis. Allyn & Bacon. 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Introduction
Week 2Fundamentals of scientific research
Week 3Ethical principles in child development and education research
Week 4Process of scientific research
Week 5Researches models
Week 6Define a research problem
Week 7Sampling methods
Week 8Sampling methods
Week 9Data collection methods
Week 10Definition of measurement,requirements for measuring instruments, process of measuring
Week 11Midterm Exam
Week 12Process of measuring, data processing, interpretation,
Week 13Reporting
Week 14Project Presentation
Week 15Preparation to final exam
Week 16Final Exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance140
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments00
Presentation00
Project150
Seminar00
Midterms250
Final exam00
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes150
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application14228
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14684
Presentation / Seminar Preparation000
Project15050
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)12020
Final Exam (Study duration) 13030
Total Workload45110240

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Have comprehensive knowledge of the developmental characteristics of children with special needs and follow recent scientific literature.     
2. Conduct developmental assessment and intervention for children with special needs.     
3. Adhere to scientific ethics and prioritize the health and safety of children, recognizing the sensitivity of children and their families regarding disabilities.     
4. Demonstrate the ability to identify and address potential challenges during assessment and intervention.     
5. Proficiently conduct family assessments for children with special needs and provide support based on individual needs.     
6. Engage in transdisciplinary collaboration with other special education professionals, drawing on their knowledge and experiences.     
7. Adapt their information and experiences to their field of work using current developments in world literature and the territorial needs.     
8. Contribute actively to developmental and educational programs, projects, and research initiatives in health, education, and social service institutions.     X
9. Contribute to society by upholding principles of democracy, human rights, social and scientific ethics, and relevant legal regulations.   X 
10. Demonstrate a commitment to quality management and prioritize individual, environmental, and workplace security.     

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