COURSE UNIT TITLE

: FIELD ELC. 2 (EDUCATION OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER)

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Description of Individual Course Units

Course Unit Code Course Unit Title Type Of Course D U L ECTS
ÖEP 2045 FIELD ELC. 2 (EDUCATION OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER) ELECTIVE 2 0 0 4

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 prospective teachers with knowledge about the developmental characteristics, educational needs, and effective teaching methods for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Additionally, the course seeks to help students develop sensitivity in this area and gain the competence to prepare individualized education plans (IEPs).

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1   Explains the definition, causes, and diagnostic processes of autism spectrum disorder.
2   Identifies the developmental characteristics of children with ASD.
3   Explains teaching methods and techniques that can be used in the education of children with ASD.
4   Evaluates behavioral intervention approaches.
5   Prepares an individualized education plan (IEP) for individuals with ASD.
6   Explains the importance of collaboration with families.
7   Develops strategies to enhance social skills of individuals with ASD.

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Week Subject Description
1 Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder: Definition, History, Diagnostic Criteria
2 Causes and Prevalence of ASD
3 Developmental Characteristics of ASD: Social, Communication, and Behavioral Areas
4 Other Disorders and Comorbidities Associated with ASD
5 Education of Children with ASD: General Principles and Approaches
6 Behavioral Approaches and Applied Behavior Analysis
7 General Review, Course Evaluation, Midterm Exam
8 Visual Supports and Social Stories
9 Visual Supports and Social Stories
10 Preparing Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for Children with ASD
11 Supporting Communication Skills
12 Teaching Social Skills and Interaction Environments
13 Collaboration with Families and Family Counseling
14 Inclusive Education Environments for Students with ASD
15 Final Exam

Recomended or Required Reading

Sucuoğlu, B., & Kargın, T. (2021). Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu Olan Çocukların Eğitimi ve Müdahalesi. Ankara: Pegem Akademi.
Şimşek, E., & Öztürk, Y. (2018). Otizm Spektrum Bozukluğu ve Eğitim Yaklaşımları. Istanbul: Kök Yayıncılık.
Lord, C., & McGee, J. P. (Eds.). (2001). Educating Children with Autism. National Academy Press.
Schreibman, L. (2005). The Science and Fiction of Autism. Harvard University Press.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecture, Discussion

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

It will be announced by the course instructor at the beginning of the semester.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

Attendance is mandatory (70%).

Adherence to academic integrity rules is required.

Group work should be conducted with equal participation.

An ethical and respectful approach to the rights of individuals with disabilities is expected.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

It will be announced by the course instructor at the beginning of the semester.

Office Hours

It will be announced by the course instructor at the beginning of the semester.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Activities Number Time (hours) Total Work Load (hours)
Lectures 14 2 28
Preparations before/after weekly lectures 14 3 42
Preparation for midterm exam 1 6 6
Preparation for final exam 1 12 12
Final 1 2 2
Midterm 1 2 2
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) 92

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

PO/LOPO.1PO.2PO.3PO.4PO.5PO.6
LO.1434343
LO.2443345
LO.3543454
LO.4434543
LO.5454334
LO.6543442
LO.7545334

CONTACT INFORMATION
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