ÖZE671 - FAMILY SUPERVISION SERVICES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)		 Application
(hours/week)		 Credit ECTS
FAMILY SUPERVISION SERVICES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION ÖZE671 2nd Semester 3 0 3 8
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeMust 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Case Study
Problem Solving
 
Instructor (s)Prof. Nilgün METÄ°NInst. Semra ÅžAHÄ°N (PhD) 
Course objectiveTo provide students to gain ability to apply different interview techniques for the families having child in different diagnostic groups who needs special education and guidance skills for the education. 
Learning outcomes
  1. It is aimed to make the students gain abilities of analysing the requirements of parents having child in different diagnostic groups who needs special education, application and evaluation of suitable guidance, solution of the problems that the families face with.
Course ContentThis course covers the determination of the requirement of the families having child with special education, arrangement of suitable interview places and preparation of interview programs. 
ReferencesGargiulo, (1985). Working with parents of exceptional children. USA.
Payne, J.S., (1981). Strategies for teaching the mentally retarded. USA.
Gundersen, S.K., (1986). Babies with Down Syndrome. USA.
Jones, N, Southgate, T., (1990). The management of special needs in ordinary schools. USA.
Myers, R., (1992). The Twelve Who Survive Strengthening Programmes of Early Childhood Development in the Third World. Routledge, London.
Tuzcuoğlu, N., (2004). Bir aile olmak. Morpa Yayınları, İstanbul.
Gordon, T. (Çev. Emel Aksay). (1996) Etkili Anne Baba Eğitimi. Sistem Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
Swedo, S.A., Leonard, H.L., (1998). Is It ?Just a Phase??. Golden Books Publishing Co. Inc.
Lindon, J., Lindon, L. (1997). Working Together For Young Children. MacMillan Press Ltd. London 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Having child who needs special education General information about family structures Special needs and reactions of family members
Week 2Responsibilities and behaviors in families with children with special needs
Week 3Relationship between a child with special needs and parents Relationship between a child with special needs and his sibling Special needs child and peer relationship Children with special needs and the social environment
Week 4Counseling needs of families with children with special needs Overview of the Educational Consultancy process
Week 5Characteristics of the client First meeting in counseling
Week 6Consulting process Responsibilities, roles, relationships and communication in consultancy
Week 7Application-Family interview Evaluation of the interviews
Week 8Issues to be considered during the consultancy process and environmental regulation
Week 9Methods used in the counseling process for families with children with special needs Interviewing family groups
Week 10Methods used in the counseling process for families with children with special needs
Week 11Presentation of assignment
Week 12Documents to be kept during the consultancy process Writing the counseling interview report Collaboration with other disciplines in the consultancy process
Week 13Watching and discussion about the written/ with voice records related with interviews which had been recorded previously with the permission
Week 14Evaluation of the interviews ?Brain storming to find solutions to the problems ?Practicing different interview techniques in class
Week 15Preparation for general exam
Week 16Presentation of the projects and discussion.

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance1610
Laboratory00
Application110
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments110
Presentation120
Project00
Seminar00
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 16 3 48
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application133
Specific practical training000
Field activities2612
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)1310130
Presentation / Seminar Preparation177
Project000
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 14040
Total Workload3469240

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.    X
2. Conduct developmental assessment and intervention for children with special needs.    X
3. Adhere to scientific ethics and prioritize the health and safety of children, recognizing the sensitivity of children and their families regarding disabilities.    X
4. Demonstrate the ability to identify and address potential challenges during assessment and intervention.    X
5. Proficiently conduct family assessments for children with special needs and provide support based on individual needs.    X
6. Engage in transdisciplinary collaboration with other special education professionals, drawing on their knowledge and experiences.    X
7. Adapt their information and experiences to their field of work using current developments in world literature and the territorial needs.    X
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.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest