Child Development Graduate without Thesis
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Child Development Graduate without Thesis
Course Details
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Child Development Graduate without Thesis
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80311143 | Nurturing Care in Childhood | 1 | Autumn | 1 | 3+0+0 | 3 | 7,5 |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Cycle | Master's (Second Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 7 / QF-EHEA: Level 2 / EQF-LLL: Level 7) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Anlatım, soru cevap, tartışma |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Filiz ERBAY |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Content
Developmental care principles, attachment theory, sensitivity and responsiveness, physical environmental arrangements, the relationship between nutrition, sleep, and hygiene and development, cultural differences in care, and caregiver-child interactions.
Objectives of the Course
The purpose of this course is to define the principles of care that support development in early childhood, based on the child's physical, emotional, and cognitive needs, and to develop practical skills.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | X |
| Transferable Skills Courses | X |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | The concept and importance of nurturing care |
| 2 | Attachment theory and the care relationship |
| 3 | Principles of responsive care |
| 4 | Organizing the physical environment |
| 5 | Nutrition and sleep patterns |
| 6 | Hygiene practices and health |
| 7 | Cultural differences and care approaches |
| 8 | Cultural differences and care approaches |
| 9 | Parent-caregiver interaction |
| 10 | The role of care during times of crisis |
| 11 | Ethical principles in child care |
| 12 | Evaluating practice examples |
| 13 | Case studies |
| 14 | Case studies |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Sevda Dursun, Child Care and Education Handbook, Hayat Publications. |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 8 | 112 |
| Midterms | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 2 | 7 | 14 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 2 | 15 | 30 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 226 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 7,53 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 8 | ||