COURSE UNIT TITLE

: THINKING SKILLS EDUCATION

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
MBD 5050 THINKING SKILLS EDUCATION ELECTIVE 2 0 0 4

Offered By

Buca Faculty Of Education

Level of Course Unit

First Cycle Programmes (Bachelor's Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR TOLGA GÖK

Offered to

Music Teacher Education
Turkish Language Teacher Education
Computer and Instructional Technologies Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Turkish Language and Literature Teacher Education
Geography Teacher Education
Physics Teacher Education
Special Teacher Education
ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS TEACHER EDUCATION
PRE - SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION
Mathematics Teacher Education
Elementary Teacher Education
FINE ARTS TEACHER EDUCATION
Guidance and Psychological Counseling
Social Studies Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education

Course Objective

This course aims to deepen prospective teachers theoretical understanding of thinking processes, familiarize them with various types of thinking, and equip them with the practical competencies required to effectively integrate these skills into educational settings. Within the scope of the course, particular emphasis is placed on the systematic development of analytical, creative, and critical thinking skills through problems encountered in science education and real-life scenarios. Educational implications of thinking skills will be explored through mental exercises, artistic approaches, and case-based analyses.
The primary aim of this course is to enhance pre-service teachers theoretical and practical knowledge regarding thinking skills and to raise awareness about how these skills can be effectively developed within the instructional process. In this context, the course seeks to strengthen the pedagogical competencies of teacher candidates in relation to problem-solving, decision-making, and creative production processes.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Explains the fundamental theoretical framework related to thinking skills.
2   Compares the characteristics of critical, creative, analytical, and systematic thinking styles.
3   Analyzes the methods and techniques used in the instruction of thinking skills.
4   Designs classroom activities aimed at enhancing students thinking skills.
5   Evaluates thinking skills in applied contexts within science education and daily life scenarios.
6   Supports students cognitive development through art-based and mental exercises.
7   Develops appropriate tools and strategies for the assessment and evaluation of thinking skills.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Introduction to thinking skills: Conceptual framework and historical background
2 Types of thinking: Critical, creative, analytical, and systematic thinking
3 Cognitive processes and the development of thought
4 Critical thinking in education: Dimensions and strategies
5 Creativity and divergent thinking in learning environments
6 Analytical and systematic thinking: Application in problem-solving
7 Decision-making processes and educational implications
8 Midterm exam
9 Thinking skills in science education: Approaches and models
10 Case-based learning for the development of thinking skills
11 Mental exercises and brain-based learning techniques
12 Artistic approaches: Using art to enhance thinking processes
13 Thinking through real-life scenarios: Practice-based reflections
14 Designing activities for the development of thinking skills
15 Assessment and evaluation of thinking skills
16 Final exam

Recomended or Required Reading

Brookhart, M. S. (2021). Sınıfınızda Üst Düzey Düşünme Becerilerini Nasıl Belirlersiniz (Çev. Aybek, C. E.) Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Dilekli, Y. (2019). Etkinliklerle Düşünme Öğretimi, Pegem Akademi Yayıncılık.
Gürbüztürk, O. (2024). 21. Yüzyıl Becerileri Odağında Üst Düzey Düşünme Becerileri. Pegem Akademi Yayıncılık
Paul, R., & Elder, L. (2020). Kritik düşünce. Yaşamınızın ve öğrenmenizin sorumluluğunu üstlenmek için araçlar (Çeviri Editörleri: Ayşe Esra Arslan & Gamze Sart). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecture, Discussion, Case analysis, Applied activities, Group work, Creative drama/artistic enactment

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

Assessment of students quiz and final exams are avaluated according to learning outcomes.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

It is required to join to %70 of courses.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

tolga.gok@deu.edu.tr

Office Hours

Wednesday 12:00-12:45

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 2 28
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 14 2 28
Preparation for midterm exam 1 8 8
Preparation for final exam 1 10 10
Preparing presentations 1 15 15
Midterm 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 91

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6PO.7PO.8PO.9PO.10PO.11PO.12PO.13PO.14PO.15PO.16PO.17PO.18PO.19
LO.154
LO.254
LO.354
LO.45
LO.55
LO.654
LO.745

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