Child Development and Education non-thesis
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ÇGE514

Course Name:

Learning Difficulties in Children

Course Semester:

Fall
Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	8

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ÖZLEM ÇELİK

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	To be able to comprehend what the characteristics of learning difficulties are, how to distinguish them and how to intervene in learning difficulties.
Course Content:	Characteristics of children with learning difficulties, diagnostic methods, adaptation problems and educational opportunities, preparing and implementing an individualized education program for children with learning difficulties.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Tells/writes the definition of learning disability. Explain the causes of learning difficulties. Classifies learning difficulties and shows them in tabular form.
2) Knows the reflections of learning disability in the life-long process
3) Relates various learning theories to teaching principles and strategies.
4) Knows the importance of early intervention for learning disabilities.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) It describes language, perception and affective problems in learning disabilities and provides support to overcome the problem.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) It provides academic and social support to teachers working with individuals with learning disabilities.
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Describes the differences in neurobiological, physical, social, emotional and cognitive characteristics of individuals with and without learning disabilities.
2) Observes the neurophysiological factors associated with learning disabilities and correlates them with their effects on student performance.
3) Knows the limits of responsibility in studies related to learning disability and makes the necessary guidance.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) It guides parents of children with learning disabilities and helps them participate in education.
2) Explains and improves the service provided in general classroom, inclusive and special education classes.
3) While working with individuals with learning difficulties, it works in cooperation with the professionals and family in the life of the individual and in line with ethical principles.

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Definition, classification and related concepts of learning disability
2)	Neurobiology and causes of learning disabilities
3)	Recognition and assessment of reading difficulties and accompanying problems
4)	Recognition of writing difficulties, assessment and accompanying problems
5)	Recognition of mathematical difficulties, assessment and accompanying problems
6)	The importance of early intervention and early childhood education
7)	Midterm
8)	Respect for individual differences. Appropriate perspective that covers all students when working with students with learning disabilities
9)	Cognitive, meta-cognitive and memory characteristics of children with learning disabilities-challenging and superior aspects
10)	Working with parents and preschool teachers for children with learning disabilities
11)	Students who have difficulty in reading Students who have difficulty in writing Students who have difficulties in mathematics
12)	Participation of students with learning disabilities in the general classroom environment
13)	Participation of students with learning difficulties in inclusive practices
14)	General evaluation
15)	Presentations.
16)	Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Sunum ve makaleler.

References:

Bender, E. N. (2012). Öğrenme güçlüğü olan bireyler ve eğitimleri. Ankara: Nobel.
Catts, Hugh William (2005). Language and reading disabilities. Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon .
Doğru, S.Y. (Ed.) (2015) Öğrenme Güçlükleri. Ankara: Eğiten Kitap.
Ferrell, K. A. (1985). Reach Out and Teach: Meeting Tre Training Needs of Parents of Visually and Multiply Handicapped Young Children. Blind.
Frierson, Edward C. (1967). Education children with learning disabilities :selected readings. New York: Appleton-Century Crofts.
Gerber, Adele (1993). Language-related learning disabilities: their nature and treatment. Baltimore: Paul Brookes
Karasu, N., Bilgi, A. D., Tertemiz, N., Aykut Ç. (2015)Öğrenme Güçlüğü Seti. Ankara: Eğiten Kitap
Kollektif ( 2018 ) Öğrenme güçlüğü sınıf içi destek kitabı. Ankara: Eğiten Kitap. Melekoğlu, M.A., Sak, U. ( 2017) Öğrenme güçlüğü ve özel yetenek. Ankara: Pegem.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	5	6	7	2	3	12	4	8	9	10	11
Program Outcomes
1) Has advanced knowledge about cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social and emotional development areas all children aged 0-18.
2) Knows all the concepts related to development and education for children in the 0-18 age group, follows the studies on this subject and plans original studies.
3) The knowledge gained in the areas of cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social-emotional development for children in the 0-18 age group; It is used to make developmental and educational diagnosis for children, families and society in units related to the profession.
4) It identifies the problems of 0-18 age group children and their families in the country in the fields of health, development, education and social services and generates appropriate solutions and original ideas by using their basic knowledge about these problems.
5) They produce original solutions using their advanced knowledge on Child Development and Education, use these solutions in practice, interpret the results by interpreting the information, and critically analyze a set of information.
6) The knowledge gained in the professional field; It can be used for health, education and social service institutions, especially for children and families, works effectively in developmental and educational programs and related projects, and participates in research.
7) Acts in accordance with scientific ethics and observes the psychological conditions of the child and family regarding experimental research on children.
8) Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation as an example to the society with its appearance, attitudes and behaviors.
9) The individual has sufficient awareness of environmental protection and occupational safety of 0-18 age group including their families and behaves appropriately and participates in quality management and processes.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has advanced knowledge about cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social and emotional development areas all children aged 0-18.	5
2)	Knows all the concepts related to development and education for children in the 0-18 age group, follows the studies on this subject and plans original studies.	5
3)	The knowledge gained in the areas of cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social-emotional development for children in the 0-18 age group; It is used to make developmental and educational diagnosis for children, families and society in units related to the profession.	5
4)	It identifies the problems of 0-18 age group children and their families in the country in the fields of health, development, education and social services and generates appropriate solutions and original ideas by using their basic knowledge about these problems.	5
5)	They produce original solutions using their advanced knowledge on Child Development and Education, use these solutions in practice, interpret the results by interpreting the information, and critically analyze a set of information.	5
6)	The knowledge gained in the professional field; It can be used for health, education and social service institutions, especially for children and families, works effectively in developmental and educational programs and related projects, and participates in research.	5
7)	Acts in accordance with scientific ethics and observes the psychological conditions of the child and family regarding experimental research on children.	5
8)	Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation as an example to the society with its appearance, attitudes and behaviors.	3
9)	The individual has sufficient awareness of environmental protection and occupational safety of 0-18 age group including their families and behaves appropriately and participates in quality management and processes.	3

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Problem Solving
Report Writing
Q&A / Discussion
Case Study

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Presentation
Reporting
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum
Case study presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	42
Study Hours Out of Class	16	48
Presentations / Seminar	16	48
Homework Assignments	16	48
Midterms	1	15
Paper Submission	16	16
Final	1	15
Total Workload		232