Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Materıal Desıgn In Specıal Educatıon MB403 Turkish Compulsory 7. Semester 2 + 0 2.0 3.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face-to-Face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Yusuf AKEMOĞLU
Instructor(s) Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Mehmet KART (Güz)
Goals The aim of this course is, to teach the basic principles of special education, to advance students? Knowledge about individuals with special needs, to inform students about the factors causing disability, to inform students about the different diagnostic groups, to inform students about the developmental support programs which should be applied in the field of special education.
Course Content Definition of basic concepts in the field of special education, explanation of the basic principles of special education, provide introductoryin formation about the different groups of children with special needs, to obtainin formation about psychological counseling and guidance services in order to eliminate the needs of individuals with special needs
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Discuss developmental needs of children with special needs with various diagnosis
2 Explain needs of children with various diagnostics categories
3 Elaborate on diagnosis, care, education and treatment of children with special needs with various diagnosis
4 Name ways in which he/she can contribute to the diagnosis, education and treatment of these children within the boundaries of his/her respective field
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Basic Terms about special education
2. Week Fundamentals of Special Education Historical Perspective Turkey and the word of speciale ducation status
3. Week Goalsand Principles of Special Education; Promotion of Development Support Programs for Children with Special Needs
4. Week Development of ChildrenWhoare at Risk
5. Week Families of Children with Special Needs
6. Week Midterm Exam I
7. Week Children with Mental Retardation
8. Week Children with Autism
9. Week Children with Communication Disorders
10. Week Hearing Impaired Children
11. Week Midterm Exam II
12. Week Visually Impaired Children
13. Week Children with Learning Disabilities
14. Week Final Exam
*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 Transfer concepts of the Turkish teaching to the application environments, use them appropriately and effectively, explain the relationship between these concepts.
2 Recognize all aspects of the Turkish Teaching Program; in line with the program, plan and practise the teaching processes by taking into account the individual differences of the students (readiness, special training needs, mother tongue, etc.).
3 As scientifically literate secondary school teachers, know how to access knowledge, follow and evaluate new research.
4 Know the current status of the area of Turkish teaching in national and international arenas in relation to sociological and philosophical background.
5 Follow, evaluate and use basic resources, publications, and national and international reports related to the area of Turkish teaching.
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.
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.
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.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4
PY1 5 5 5 5
PY2 4 4 4 4
PY3 5 5 5 5
PY4 3 3 3 3
PY5 4 4 4 4
PY6 3 3 3 3
PY8 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4
PY10 3 3 3 3
PY11 4 4 4 4
PY12 5 5 5 5
PY14 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Greenspan, I.S.,Wieder, S., Simons, R. ( 2004) Özel Gereksinimli Çocuk (Çev. İsmail Ersevim). Özgür Yayınları, İstanbul. Edt. Baykoç, N., (2011) Özel Gereksinimli Çocuklar ve Özel Eğitim. Eğiten Yayınları, Ankara. Doğru, S.Y.,Saltalı, N.D., (2011) Erken Çocukluk Döneminde Özel Eğitim. Maya Akademi, Ankara. Edt. Diken, H.İ., (2012) Özel Eğitimde Gereksinimi Olan Çocuklar ve Özel Eğitim. Pegem Akademi Yayınları, Ankara. Edt. Metin, N., (2012) Özel gereksinimli Çocuklar. Maya Akademi Yayınları, 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
Research 14 1 14
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 15 15
Homework 1 1 25 25
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 102
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 3.0