Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Basic Mathematics in Primary School SNZ101 Turkish Compulsory 1. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Theoric
Course Coordinator Öğr. Gör. Muharrem BOLAT
Instructor(s) Öğr. Gör. Muharrem BOLAT (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is to provide pre-service teachers with the basic mathematics knowledge they should have for teaching primary school mathematics subjects.
Course Content Number systems and hierarchical model, closure properties of number systems with respect to four operations, mathematical modelling, problem solving and construction involving four operations, writing a base 10 number in other bases and converting a number written in other bases to base 10, base 10 divisibility rules for 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10 with proofs, least common multiple and greatest common divisor, four operations with fractions and fractions, relation between fractions and ratios, writing numbers in decimal fractions and four operations, pattern , basic geometric shapes, basic space geometry - geometric objects and their expansions, the concept of measure and basic measurement units and the relationship of these subjects with the purpose, principle and primary school mathematics curriculum of mathematics teaching
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Have the ability to use Turkish in accordance with the rules, properly and effectively and to communicate well with students.
2 Becomes a teacher who adheres to Atatürk's Principles and Revolutions, believes in democracy and the rule of law, is aware of Turkish national, moral, moral and cultural values and shows sensitivity to them in her profession.
3 Has pedagogical knowledge about the teaching profession and field, knows and applies contemporary teaching methods and techniques and measurement and evaluation methods.
4 Be sensitive to society, environment, people, artistic and cultural activities and sports; educate students who are beneficial to the society, look to the future with confidence and research, question and support lifelong learning
5 Takes responsibility in individual and group work related to the field and performs the task effectively
6 Provides personal and professional development by acquiring the awareness of lifelong learning, learns to learn
7 Makes its own self-assessment
8 Reaching information in the field by knowing a foreign language at a basic level in her social and professional life
9 Gains knowledge of the concepts, theory and practice related to the teaching profession, general culture and basic sciences in the field of classroom teaching.
10 Have the ability to use information and communication technologies technically and pedagogically in accordance with their purpose.
11 Makes the most appropriate instructional planning and application, taking into account the developmental characteristics of the students, their individual differences, the characteristics of the subject area and their achievements.
12 Have local knowledge about the structure and historical development of the national and international education system and classroom teaching.
13 Respects national culture and universal values
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Number systems and closure properties by four operations Interview
2. Week Mathematical modeling, Problem solving and setting up with four operations Interview
3. Week Write a base 10 number in other bases and convert a number written in other bases to base 10 Interview
4. Week Four operations in bases other than 10 Interview
5. Week Divisibility rules for 2, 3, 4, 5 and 10 Interview
6. Week Least common multiple and greatest common divisor Interview
7. Week Least common multiple and greatest common divisor Interview
8. Week Midterm Preparation, After Class Study, Practice
9. Week Four operations with fractions and the fraction-ratio relationship Interview
10. Week Four operations on decimal fractions Interview
11. Week Pattern Interview
12. Week Basic geometric shapes Interview
13. Week geometric objects Interview
14. Week The concept of measure and basic units of measure Interview
15. Week final exam Practice, Preparation, After Class Study
*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 Understands the interaction between the disciplines related to the field of classroom teaching.
2 Approaches the information about the field of classroom teaching with a critical perspective.
3 Uses the necessary computer software in the field of classroom teaching.
4 Internalizes the skills developed in the field of classroom teaching and uses them in interdisciplinary studies.
5 Knows and applies the basic skills that a child at primary school level should have.
6 Is aware of the theoretical foundations (philosophical, sociological, psychological, historical, legal, economic, etc.) on which education is based and reflects these theories in their practices.
7 Is aware of the attitude, responsibility, and ethical values related to the teaching profession and behaves accordingly.
8 Plans, implements, and evaluates the learning-teaching process effectively, considering the curricula' basic concepts, principles, and characteristics.
9 Designs and manages an effective and supportive learning environment based on learning and teaching theory, approach, strategy, methods, and instructional technologies in creating the learning-teaching process.
10 Follows the innovation, development, and 21st-century skills in the teaching profession and reflects these developments and skills to research and practice based on scientific principles.
11 Uses Turkish properly and effectively per the rules and communicates well with students.
12 Adheres to Atatürk's Principles and Revolutions and exhibits attitudes and behaviors toward democracy, human rights, and Turkish national, moral, and cultural values.
13 Knows at least one foreign language at a level to monitor and communicate with colleagues.
14 Is aware of the importance of willing and active participation in cultural, social, environmental, artistic and sportive activities for the teaching profession, to be an effective global citizen.
15 Acts sensitively to local and global events and developments and participates in projects and activities to support society's development, with a sense of social responsibility.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8 DK9 DK10 DK11 DK12 DK13
PY1 1 1 3 1 2 3 1 1 5 3 4 5 1
PY2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 1 1 1
PY3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 1 1 1
PY4 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 1
PY6 2 3 3 3 3 2 5 3 3 3 3 2 3
PY7 3 4 3 3 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4
PY8 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 2 2 2 2 2
PY9 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 2 2 2 2
PY10 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 3
PY11 5 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY12 1 5 5 5 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 5
PY13 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY14 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY15 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Olkun, S. & Yesildere, S. (2010). Basic Mathematics for Primary School Teacher Candidates 1. Ankara: Maya Akademi Publishing. Olkun, S. & Yesildere, S. (2011). Basic Mathematics for Primary School Teacher Candidates 2. Ankara: Maya Akademi Publishing.
Evaluation Method
Güz Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Öğr. Gör. Muharrem BOLAT Vize 50.00
Öğr. Gör. Muharrem BOLAT Final 50.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 2 5 10
Research 1 9 9
Interview 14 3 42
Practice 2 6 12
Other Activities 1 9 9
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 3 3
Homework 1 2 1.5 3
Quiz 1 1 2 2
Quiz 2 3 2 6
Final 1 3 3
Practice 1 2 2
Classroom Activities 1 10 10
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0