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Description of Individual Course Units
| Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | Type of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | Number of ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CGL725 | LANGUAGE AND CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | 2 | 4 | 5,00 |
Level of Course Unit
Önlisans
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Objectives of the Course
To know and support the linguistic development characteristics of the child.
Name of Lecturer(s)
Child Development Department Faculty Members
Learning Outcomes
| 1 | Explains what the sounds and symbols used in language are and how they come together. |
| 2 | It organizes the appropriate environment to support the language development of the child. |
| 3 | Explains the process of using language as a means of communication. |
| 4 | Explains the characteristics of children with language delays and the programs implemented. |
| 5 | Explains the characteristics of children with language disorders and the programs applied. |
Mode of Delivery
Formal Education
Prerequisities and Co-Requisities
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Content of the Course
Definition, stages and importance of language and concept development in early childhood; basic theories in language development, linguistic development features and support of the child.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subjects (Theoretical) | Teaching Methods | Preparatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition of language and its importance in our daily life | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 2 | 0-3 age language development process | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 3 | 3-6 years language development process | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 4 | Stages of the language development process | Lecture, discussion, question and answer | |
| 5 | Stages of the language development process | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 6 | Components of language | Lecture, discussion, question and answer | |
| 7 | Views on language development | Lecture, discussion, question and answer | |
| 8 | Views on language development | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 9 | Physiological basis of language and speech | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 10 | Concept development process and features | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 11 | Concept development between 0-3 years | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 12 | Concept development between the ages of 3-6 | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 13 | Approaches to concept development | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming | |
| 14 | Relationship in concept and language development | Lecture, discussion, question and answer, brainstorming |
Text Book / Material / Recommended Resources
Arslan, E. (2016). Development in Early Childhood. Ankara: A Book That Educates. Diken, I. H. (2012). Developing Language Skills in Early Childhood. Maya Academy. Metin, N. B. (2016). Child Development From Prenatal To Adolescence. Ankara: Pegem Publishing. Topbas, S. (2005). Language and Concept Development. Ankara: Kök Publishing. Yaşar, M. C., Kandır, A. and İnal, G. (2012). Language Activities. Efil Publishing House.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
| Term (or Year) Learning Activities | Quantity | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 50 |
| Quiz | 1 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | |
| End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | Quantity | Weight |
| Final Examination | 1 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | |
| Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 50 | |
| End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 50 | |
Work Pacement(s)
None
Workload Calculation
| Activities | Number | Time (hours) | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Quiz | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Attending Lectures | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Discussion | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Question-Answer | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Brain Storming | 10 | 1 | 10 |
| Self Study | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Individual Study for Mid term Examination | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Individual Study for Final Examination | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Reading | 13 | 1 | 13 |
| Individual Study for Quiz | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Total Work Load (hours) | 125 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| PO 1 | PO 2 | PO 3 | PO 4 | PO 5 | PO 6 | PO 7 | PO 8 | PO 9 | PO 10 | PO 11 | PO 12 | PO 13 | PO 14 | PO 15 | |
| LO 1 | 3 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| LO 2 | 5 | ||||||||||||||
| LO 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||
| LO 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | ||||||||||
| LO 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
* Contribution Level: 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High