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Program of Preschool Teaching

ECC440

SENSORY DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION

Course Code
ECC440
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. Explain the theoretical basis of sensory development.
  2. Define the developmental characteristics of basic sensory systems in the 0?6 age period.
  3. Explain sensory integration theory and application examples.
  4. Plan educational environment and material arrangements to support sensory development.
  5. Develop supportive strategies for children with sensory differences.
  6. Designand implement sensory activities in early childhood education.
  7. Discuss and evaluate innovative and evidence-based practices related to sensory education.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionFunctioning and development of sensory organs, the concept of sensory integration, the importance of sensory development in early childhood, sensory sensitivities and sensory deficiencies, activities supporting sensory development, sensory regulation strategies in the classroom environment, the effect of sensory stimuli on learning, ways to raise sensory awareness in children, methods of supporting sensory development in children with special needs and preparing a sensory education program.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to the course, basic concepts: Sense, perception, sensory development
2nd Week Sensory systems: Development of vision and hearing
3rd Week Development of touch, taste and smell
4th Week Development of vestibular (balance) and proprioceptive (position) systems
5th Week Sensory integration theory (Jean Ayres approach)
6th Week Individual differences in sensory development and sensory processing disorders
7th Week Assessment methods for sensory development (observation, checklists, etc.)
8th Week Midterm exam
9th Week Classroom activities and planning supporting sensory development
10th Week Material design supporting sensory development
11th Week Effect of natural and enriched learning environments on sensory development
12th Week Sensory support in children with special needs (autism, hyperactivity, etc.)
13th Week Family participation and ways to support sensory development in the home environment
14th Week Student presentations / Activity Applications
Recommended or Required ReadingTrawick-Smith, J. W. (2013). Erken çocukluk döneminde gelişim: Çok kültürlü bir bakış açısı. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Berk, L. E., Dönmez, A., & Onur, B. (2013). Çocuk gelişimi. İmge Kitabevi.
Berk, L. E. (2013). Bebekler ve çocuklar. Doğum Öncesinden Orta Çocukluğa,(7. Baskıdan Çeviri).
Köksal Akyol, A. (2017). Erken çocukluk döneminde Gelişim I.ve II Anı Yayıncılık
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 20
Assignment 1 20
Presentation of Case Study 1 20
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

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5 LO6 LO7
K1 X
K2 X
K3
K4 X X
K5
K6
K7
K8 X X X
K9 X
K10 X X X
K11 X
K12 X X X
K13 X
K14 X
K15 X X
K16 X
K17 X X X X X X X
K18 X