Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Visual Impairment ÖAE108 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Mehmet KART
Instructor(s)
Goals To gain competencies related to diagnosing and evaluating visual impairment, knowing basic concepts, classification of visual impairment, comprehending the characteristics and education of individuals with visual impairment.
Course Content Within the scope of this course, knowing the basic concepts of visual impairment, classification of visual impairment, knowing the characteristics of individuals with visual impairment and learning the necessary alternative communication methods are included.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Know the definition and scope of visual impairment.
2 He knows the diagnosis and evaluation process of visual inadequacy.
3 He knows teaching methods suitable for individuals with visual failure.
4 He knows the alternative communication methods that can be used by individuals with visual failure.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Definition and importance of vision Other Activities, Interview
2. Week Definition of visual impairment Interview
3. Week Diagnosis and evaluation of visual impairment Interview
4. Week Types of visual impairment Interview
5. Week Effects of visual impairment on individuals Interview, Other Activities
6. Week Etiology of visual impairment Interview
7. Week Midterm Practice, Other Activities
8. Week Vision assistive devices Preparation, After Class Study, Research
9. Week Training programs appropriate to the degree of visual impairment Interview
10. Week Alternative communication methods that can be used in individuals with visual impairment Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
11. Week Development of visual skills Interview
12. Week Educational evaluation and rehabilitation approaches in children with visual impairment Interview
13. Week Steps in vision rehabilitation programs
14. Week final exam Practice, Other Activities
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Defines the criteria and assessment tools necessary for students to be diagnosed with special needs.
2 Evaluates the motor, emotional, social, cognitive and academic development of individuals with special needs.
3 Uses effective teaching methods to support the motor, social, cognitive and academic development of individuals with special needs.
4 Uses effective teaching methods to support the independent living and self-determination skills of individuals with special needs.
8 Plans, implements, and evaluates the learning-teaching process effectively, considering the curricula' basic concepts, principles, and characteristics.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4
PY3 4 4 4 4
PY4 5 5 5 5
PY8 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Kamalı Arslantaş, T. ve Yalçın G. (2021). Assistive Technologies and Accessibility in the Education of Visually Impaired Individuals. Nobel Publishing: Ankara.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 10 1 10
Other Activities 5 3 15
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 4 4
Final 1 5 5
Classroom Activities 6 2 12
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0