COURSE UNIT TITLE

: SCHOOL AND EDUCA. INSTI. EXPERIENCE IN SPECIAL ED.

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
ÖEP 3046 SCHOOL AND EDUCA. INSTI. EXPERIENCE IN SPECIAL ED. COMPULSORY 1 2 0 3

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 aim of this course is to provide teacher candidates with real-life observation opportunities in special education institutions and schools, helping them understand practical implementations and develop awareness of professional responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Observes and analyzes practices conducted in special education institutions.
2   Evaluates developmental processes of individuals with special needs in diverse settings.
3   Reflects on the importance of collaboration with field professionals.
4   Understands on the importance of collaboration with field professionals.

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, objectives and expectations
2 Types of special education institutions and legislation
3 Observation techniques and ethical principles
4 Observation in preschool special education settings
5 Special education practices in primary schools
6 Practices in secondary and high school levels
7 Introduction to BILSEM and guidance & research centers
8 General review, course evaluation, midterm exam
9 Interviews with teachers and specialists
10 Family collaboration practices
11 Observation of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process
12 Classroom practices and student interaction
13 Report writing techniques and case presentation
14 Report writing techniques and case presentation
15 Final exam

Recomended or Required Reading

Şahin, I. (Ed.) (2021). Öğretmenlik Uygulaması ve Rehberlik.
MEB Öğretmen Yetiştirme ve Geliştirme Genel Müdürlüğü (2022). Öğretmenlik Uygulaması Kılavuzu.
Yıldırım, K., & Sucuoğlu, B. (2020). Özel Eğitim Kurumlarında Yönetim ve Organizasyon. Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Glanz, J. (2016). The Jossey-Bass Reader on Educational Leadership. Jossey-Bass.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

On-site observation, Reflective journaling, Expert interviews, Case analysis, Presentations and group discussions

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

Raport

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Attendance: At least 80% participation is mandatory.
Punctuality: Late arrivals and unexcused absences affect the grade.
Ethical Conduct: Confidentiality, respect, and professional ethics must be observed.
Dress Code: Attire should be appropriate and professional.
Reporting: Weekly reports must be submitted regularly and completely.
Communication: Maintain ongoing communication with the university supervisor and mentor teacher.
Excuse & Emergencies: Notify the supervisor promptly in case of valid excuses.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Will be announced at the beginning of the term.

Office Hours

Will be announced at the beginning of the term.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 1 14
Tutorials 14 2 28
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 8 3 24
Preparation for midterm exam 1 3 3
Preparation for final exam 1 3 3
Final 1 2 2
Midterm 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 76

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6
LO.1334345
LO.2344343
LO.3434453
LO.4333333

CONTACT INFORMATION
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Phone: +90(232) 412 12 12 - Fax: +90 (232) 464 81 35

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