COURSE UNIT TITLE

: PRACTICE IN TEACHING II

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
MBD 4034 PRACTICE IN TEACHING II 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

The purpose of this course is to provide teacher candidates with an opportunity to further engage in the instructional process within special education settings. Students will have an in-depth experience in applying teaching strategies, managing classrooms, and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Apply teaching strategies in special education settings.
2   Plan, implement, and evaluate classroom activities.
3   Actively participate in the implementation of IEPs.
4   Enhance teaching skills through interaction with students in the classroom.
5   Improve classroom management and instructional material design skills.
6   Evaluate various instructional methods and techniques.
7   Adhere to professional ethical standards in teaching.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

MBD 4029 - Practice in Teaching I

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

Participation in the teaching process at practicum schools, Classroom observation and hands-on practice, Weekly reports on teaching activities, Development of communication skills, Guided practice under experienced teachers, Peer evaluations and feedback, Designing and implementing student-focused teaching plans

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 at the practicum school is mandatory.

Ethical standards and confidentiality must be observed at all times.

Teaching activities and observations must be documented and submitted in a timely manner.

All teaching activities will be monitored by both university supervisors and mentor teachers.

Evaluation of students must be fair and objective.

The practicum file and lesson plans must be submitted fully completed.

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 1 10 10
Preparation for final exam 2 10 20
Preparation for midterm exam 10 4 40
Preparation for quiz etc. 10 4 40
Final 1 2 2
Midterm 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 244

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6
LO.1454334
LO.2345445
LO.3454334
LO.4534455
LO.5443544
LO.6335455
LO.7353345

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