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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Graduate Education Institute
Programme of Master's Degree in Child Development
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
80311144 Sensory Education 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
Development of sensory systems (visual, auditory, tactile, vestibular, proprioceptive), sensory integration theory, sensory differences, material and activity design, and sensory-based support methods for individuals with special needs.
Objectives of the Course
The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of approaches that support the development of children's sensory systems and to provide knowledge and skills for designing sensory-based educational environments.
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
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P2 Training programmes related to the field of child development, teaching methods and techniques, and measurement and evaluation. 5
P3 Uses effective communication, intervention methods and different approaches that may be required in guidance and counseling work for families. 5
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Prepares, implements and evaluates educational programs by taking into account children's developmental characteristics and individual differences. P.2.2 1,7
O2 Has the ability to organize learning environments and develop materials appropriate for educational purposes, taking into account the interests, needs and conditions of children, in accordance with their age and development. P.2.5 1,7
O3 Knows the philosophy, elements, general characteristics, different methods and techniques of educational programs related to child development and uses them in educational programs. P.2.4 1,7
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Fundamental principles of sensory development
2 Development of the visual and auditory systems
3 Senses of touch, taste, and smell
4 Vestibular and proprioceptive systems
5 Sensory integration theory and theoretical foundations
6 Duyu bütünleme bozuklukları
7 Sensory integration disorders
8 Sensory awareness and classroom arrangements
9 Activity and material design
10 Sensory education for children with special needs
11 Sensory games and applications
12 Sensory sensitivity and stimulus management
13 Application examples and case studies
14 Application examples and case studies
Textbook or Material
Resources Yıldız Bıçakçı, M. (Ed.). (2015). Development in infancy and early childhood (0-36 months): Development and support of the senses. Ankara: Egiten Kitap.
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Practice - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Seminar - -
Quiz - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 100 (%)
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 2 15 30
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
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
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P2
O1 Prepares, implements and evaluates educational programs by taking into account children's developmental characteristics and individual differences. 4
O2 Knows the philosophy, elements, general characteristics, different methods and techniques of educational programs related to child development and uses them in educational programs. 4
O3 Has the ability to organize learning environments and develop materials appropriate for educational purposes, taking into account the interests, needs and conditions of children, in accordance with their age and development. 4