Information Package

Program of Preschool Teaching

ECC423

EFFECTIVE FEEDBACK STRATEGIES

Course Code
ECC423
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Can explain the definition, types and educational functions of feedback.
  2. Analyze appropriate feedback techniques to support children's social and emotional development.
  3. Effectively use verbal and non-verbal feedback tools in the context of classroom communication.
  4. Demonstrate empathy, active listening and non-judgmental language use skills in the feedback process.
  5. Develop effective feedback strategies through case examples based on real-life situations.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components-
Course DescriptionEnsuring that teachers develop their skills in giving effective and constructive feedback to children, and using a variety of feedback techniques to support children's social and emotional development.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the course: Purpose, learning outcomes, assessment method. Educational role of feedback
2nd Week What is feedback? Definition, types, educational importance. Effects of feedback on learning
3rd Week Feedback in the context of child development: Social-emotional development and the place of feedback
4th Week Positive feedback and reinforcement: Focusing on strengths, using supportive language
5th Week How to give constructive criticism? Forms of expression, time and tone. Difference between criticism and judgmental language
6th Week Verbal and nonverbal feedback techniques: Effects of tools such as gestures, facial expressions, touch, eye contact.
7th Week Immediate and delayed feedback: Differences, effects and usage strategies
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Feedback in game-based learning: Ways to provide feedback in natural learning environments
10th Week Understanding children's behavior through active listening and observation: Observation as the basis of feedback
11th Week Providing feedback by establishing an emotional bond with the child: The role of trust, empathy and acceptance
12th Week Peer feedback: Constructive feedback under the guidance of the teacher in the interaction between children. Parent cooperation and feedback supports at home: Guiding the family, involving the family in the process
13th Week Case study: Feedback practices based on real classroom examples
14th Week Role playing activities: Effective feedback practices between teacher and child based on scenarios
Recommended or Required ReadingGordon, T. (2003). Etkili öğretmenlik eğitimi: Öğretmen öğrenci iletişiminde yeni bir model (M. Sunar, Çev.). Profil Yayıncılık.
Jalongo, M. R. (2013). The essentials of early childhood education (5th ed.). Pearson Education.
Hattie, J., & Clarke, S. (2019). Visible learning: Feedback. Routledge.
Trawick-Smith, J. (2013). Early childhood development: A multicultural perspective (6th ed.). Pearson.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Practice
  • Discussion
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Other 1 30
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 15 3 45
Preparation for Final exam 1 10 10
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 10 10
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 2 10 20
Total Work Load129
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.3
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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