COURSE UNIT TITLE

: PRACTICE IN TEACHING I

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
MBD 4029 PRACTICE IN TEACHING I COMPULSORY 2 6 0 10

Offered By

Special Teacher Education

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR SAFIYE SUNAY YILDIRIM DOĞRU

Offered to

Special Teacher Education

Course Objective

This course aims to provide pre-service special education teachers with the opportunity to actively participate in real classroom environments within special education institutions or inclusive settings. It is designed to help students develop professional teaching skills, observe instructional processes, contribute to individualized education plan (IEP) development, and reflect on their roles as future educators.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Observe teaching practices in special education settings.
2   Analyze classroom management and teaching strategies used by experienced teachers.
3   Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs.
4   Assist in instructional activities and support students directly.
5   Identify ethical responsibilities in the teaching profession.
6   Develop individualized teaching materials.
7   Conduct self-assessment regarding teaching practices.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Introduction to the course, planning of the practicum process, overview of ethical principles and professional teaching standards
2 Familiarization with the practicum school, observation of school structure and institutional culture
3 Observation of classroom environment, student profiles, and teacher responsibilities
4 Review of lesson planning and instructional materials used in special education settings
5 Observation of teaching strategies and individualized instruction practices in special education
6 Observation of IEP preparation process and integration of individual goals into instruction
7 Active participation in classroom activities under mentor teacher supervision; student interaction
8 Implementation of micro-teaching activities planned by the student teacher
9 Receiving feedback from university supervisor and reflecting on teaching practices
10 Observation and documentation of teaching practices in various classrooms and student groups
11 Development of instructional plans and materials, preparation for classroom implementation
12 Implementation of planned activity in the classroom; evaluation by mentor teacher
13 Completion of practicum file and self-evaluation of practicum experience
14 Final evaluation meeting, submission of reports, and closing of practicum period

Recomended or Required Reading

MoNE (2022). Teaching Practice Guidelines. Ministry of National Education, Turkey.

Demirel, Ö. (2018). Principles and Methods of Teaching. Pegem Publishing.

Sucuoğlu, B., & Kargın, T. (2006). Inclusive Education Practices in Primary Schools. Kök Publishing.

MoNE Special Education Department Resources (e.g., IEP guides, school-based practice handbooks)

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

In-school practicum (field experience), Direct observation, Report writing, Supervision and feedback sessions, Shadowing experienced teachers, Micro-teaching applications, Group discussions and reflective practices

Assessment Methods

SORTING NUMBER SHORT CODE LONG CODE FORMULA
1 VZ Midterm
2 FN Semester final exam
3 BNS BNS Student examVZ * 0.40 + Student examFN * 0.60
4 BUT Make-up note
5 BBN End of make-up grade Student examVZ * 0.40 + Student examBUT * 0.60


Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

To be announced.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Regular attendance in practicum schools is mandatory.

Confidentiality and ethical standards must be upheld throughout the course.

Observations and activities must be documented and submitted on time.

All practicum work is monitored by both university supervisors and mentor teachers.

Practicum journals and final reports must be submitted in full by the end of the semester.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

To be announced.

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 13 2 26
Tutorials 13 8 104
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 13 3 39
Preparation for midterm exam 1 10 10
Preparation for final exam 1 10 10
Preparation for quiz etc. 2 10 20
Preparing assignments 10 4 40
Final 1 2 2
Midterm 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 253

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6
LO.1543434
LO.2354443
LO.3534334
LO.4435445
LO.5445454
LO.6353343
LO.7543554

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