CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Associate	TR-NQF-HE: Level 5	QF-EHEA: Short Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 5

General Information about the Course

Course Code:

CGP207

Course Title:

Science, Mathematics and Technology in Preschool

Course Semester:

3. Semester / Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
2	0	2	3

Language of instruction:

Prerequisite of the course:

Type of course:

Necessary

Level of course:

Associate

TR-NQF-HE:5. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Short Cycle

EQF-LLL:5. Master`s Degree

Course Lecturer(s):

Öğr. Gör. Elif Esma Naz

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives:	With this course, to enable child development professionals to understand the importance of science and nature in early childhood education and to have knowledge about the basic concepts of science and nature, to introduce the methods to be used in teaching these basic concepts; to gain the ability to create concept maps; It is aimed to introduce the out-of-class environments where they can plan science activities and to enable them to comprehend the importance of education for sustainable development. Also in addition to mathematical thinking, it is aimed to enable them to comprehend the content, principles, application processes and methods of mathematics programs to be developed for preschool children, and materials to develop mathematical thinking.
Course Objective:	"What is science and how do children learn science?, science process skills, science programs and science teaching methods in preschool education, science education materials and science and nature learning centers, the role of educators, family and society in science education, evaluation in science education, science activity planning, material preparation and discussion, nature education, science activities in nature, education for sustainable development and field trips. Definition of mathematics, its content, mathematics in daily life, principles and standards of mathematics, development of thought in children and the development of mathematical thinking, pre-counting concepts and processes (classification). , comparison, matching, distinguishing, ordering and pattern), counting and numbers, graphs, geometry, measurement, data collection, problem solving (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), mathematical language, mathematics programs for early childhood children around the world , reviewing and developing mathematical material."
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face

Learning Outcomes



Knowledge *(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)*
1) Knows how children learn science
2) Explains science programs and science teaching methods in early childhood education.
3) Explain the importance of education for sustainable development.
4) Can understand mathematical thinking.
5) Understands the principles of mathematics.
Skills *(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)*
1) They can create a science center with appropriate science education materials in their working environment.
2) Plans, implements and develops science activities for early childhood children.
3) Understands and plans the content of mathematics programs to be developed for preschool children.
Competences *(Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)*
1) Selects out-of-class spaces where science education can take place and performs applications in these areas.
2) Knows the role of family and society in Science Education.
3) Learns how to evaluate science activities.
4) Able to comprehend materials aimed at developing mathematical thinking.
5) Knows how nature education is carried out in early childhood.
6) Understands and applies mathematics application processes and methods.

Course Topics

Week

Subject

Introduction, Information about Course Content

Mathematics Principles and Standards, Mathematical Concept development

Early math concepts of prior to learning to count (classifying, comparing, matching, distinguishing, ordering and weaving)

Counting and numbers, graphics, geometry, measurement, data collection

Problem solving and Operation Concept (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing)

Mathematics Programs used in all over the world

Relationship of Math and science , Scientific process skills and standards of Science education

10)

Teaching Methods and Techniques Used in Science Education (Experiments, Concept Map, Analogy, Field Trips and Observation, Project-based…etc)

11)

Science Programs in Early Childhood Education around the World

12)

Science learning centers and Environmental education for sustainable development

13)

Museums, Science Centers and play grounds in science education.

14)

Children and Technology

References:

Akman, B., Uyanık Balat, G. ve Güler Yıldız, T. (2017). Okul Öncesi Dönemde Fen Eğitimi. Ankara: Anı Yayıncılık, Genişletilmiş 5. Baskı.
Akman, B (2017) Ed. Okul Öncesi Matematik Eğitimi Pegem Akademik Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Haktanır, G. (2007). Okul Öncesi Dönemde Çevre Eğitimi. Çevre Eğitimi. Türkiye Çevre Vakfı Yayını No: 178, Ankara, 11-34.
Bilican, K. ve Çavuş-Güngören, S. (2014). Bilimin Doğası ve Öğretimi. Ankara: Pegem Akademi, 3.Baskı.
Susan,S.S. (1996).Early Childhood Mathematics. Allyn and Bacon Pub,USA.
TÜBİTAK Erken Çocukluk Eğitimi Kitaplığına ait tüm kitaplar

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	7	10	12	3	5	11	4	9	14	6	13	8
Program Outcomes
1) Students have basic theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of Child Development.	2	3	1	3	3	3	3	3	1	3	3	3	3	3
2) Has the knowledge of comparatively evaluating and interpreting the accuracy, reliability and validity of the information gained about child development.	3	3		3	1	3		3		3	1		3	1
3) Prepares and implements developmental support programs for typically developing children with special needs.	3	3			3	3	3		3		3	3	3	1
4) They use, prepare and maintain the tools, materials, documents in the working environment.	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3		1	3	3
5) Using basic knowledge and skills in the field of child development, interprets and evaluates data on children's development, defines problems and produces solutions.			3				3		1	3	3	3		3
6) They fulfill their duties and responsibilities related to their profession in accordance with ethical values.	1	3	1	3	3	3		3		3	3		3	3
7) They fulfill the individual responsibilities assigned to them within the team by using the basic knowledge they have acquired in the field of child development.	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	1	3
8) They follow the developments in the field of child development and renew their knowledge.	3	3	1	3		3	1			1		3		3
9) Students identify their learning needs with the awareness of lifelong learning, and engage in learning activities by using the relevant communication and information technologies and written resources to reach information.				3	3			3		3			3	3
10) Sets an example for the society with his appearance, manners, attitudes and behaviors.	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	1	3	3	3	3	3
11) Uses Turkish correctly and beautifully, exhibits effective communication skills.	3	3	3	1	3	3	1		3	1	3	3	3	3
12) Students inform the relevant people and institutions based on the basic knowledge and skills they have acquired in the field of child development, and convey their solution proposals to the problems verbally and in writing.	1	3	3	3		3	3	3	3	3		3		3
13) Students take part in professional projects, research and activities for the social environment in which they live with a sense of social responsibility.
14) Students internalize, generalize and exhibit the advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field of child development.

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance		% 0
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Practice Exam		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments	5	% 20
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Field Study		% 0
Article Critical		% 0
Article Writing		% 0
Module Group Study		% 0
Brainstorming		% 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing		% 0
Out of Class Study		% 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement		% 0
Application Repetition etc.		% 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)		% 0
Project Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Report Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting		% 0
Oral examination		% 0
Midterms	1	% 20
Final	1	% 60
Report Submission		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Kanaat Notu		% 0
Committee		% 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası		% 0
Portfolio		% 0
Take-Home Exam		% 0
Logbook		% 0
Discussion		% 0
Participation		% 0
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Laboratory
Application
Practice Exam
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)	3	8
Project Preparation + Presentation	1	4
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams	7	21
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa)	1	1
Preparing for the General Exam	14	28
GENERAL EXAM (Final)	1	1
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload		91
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS )		3