This course aims to teacher candidates to understand the importance of science education in early childhood education, to have knowledge about basic concepts related to science and scientific thinking, to recognize the methods and techniques to be used in teaching basic concepts in science education, to learn to plan science activities and to have information about science centers and science education programs.
Course Content
This course contains; Definition and importance of science education in early childhood,Principles and standards in science education,Science process skills I,Scientific process skills II,Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills I,Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills II,Science programs in early childhood education (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education),STEM in early childhood,Project based learning,Science activities in preschool education program,Science centers and science museums,Assessment and evaluation in science education,Planning science activities in early childhood education,Science activities and projects in early childhood education.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Explain the importance of science education in early childhood.
10, 9
A, E
Determines the techniques and methods of teaching scientific thinking skills in science education in early childhood.
10, 14, 9
A, E
Compares early childhood education science programs (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education, STEM).
10, 9
A
Plans science activities for young children.
10, 14, 9
A, E, H
Interprets scientific process skills in early childhood.
10, 9
A, E
Teaching Methods:
10: Discussion Method, 14: Self Study Method, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, H: Performance Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Definition and importance of science education in early childhood
2
Principles and standards in science education
3
Science process skills I
4
Scientific process skills II
5
Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills I
6
Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills II
Reading source articles
7
Science programs in early childhood education (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education)
8
STEM in early childhood
Reading source articles
9
Project based learning
10
Science activities in preschool education program
Examining the MEB Preschool Education Program
11
Science centers and science museums
Research on current science centers
12
Assessment and evaluation in science education
13
Planning science activities in early childhood education
Designing science activities
14
Science activities and projects in early childhood education
Implementing scientific activities and projects
Resources
Bayar, M. E. (2023). Erken Çocukluk Dönemii Fen Eğitimi ve Çocuklarin Bilişsel Gelişimi. Türkiye Mesleki ve Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi , (11) , 53-66 . DOI: 10.46236/jovosst.1228326
Erol, A., & İvrendi, A. (2021). Erken Çocuklukta STEM Eğitimi. Erken Çocukluk Çalışmaları Dergisi, 5(1), 255–284. https://doi.org/10.24130/eccd-jecs.1967202151265
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Has knowledge of scientific and current theories, concepts and practices in the field of early childhood education.
X
2
Has knowledge of the curriculum, teaching strategies, methods and techniques, and measurement and evaluation in the field of early childhood education.
X
3
Has knowledge of children's development and learning characteristics and learning difficulties.
X
4
Applies appropriate teaching strategies, methods and techniques according to early childhood developmental characteristics and individual differences.
X
5
Organizes learning environments suitable for children's development and needs, designs educational materials, and evaluates children's achievements in multiple aspects.
X
6
Identifies and analyzes problems related to early childhood education and develops solutions based on evidence and scientific research.
X
7
Effectively fulfills responsibilities in individual and group work to solve problems related to early childhood; uses strengths and improves weaknesses.
X
8
Determines learning needs, uses ways to access information effectively, and develops positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
X
9
Works with people related to the field in professional projects or activities for the social environment, with the awareness of serving the society; becomes a model for society with his appearance, attitude and behavior.
X
10
Uses Turkish language effectively and in accordance with its rules; communicates effectively with the environment using information and communication technologies.
11
Shows professionally, scientifically and ethically appropriate behaviors with human rights, children's rights and democracy conscious.
12
Acts in accordance with quality management and workplace safety processes in early childhood education; establishes personal and institutional interactions to provide the safe school environment and protect environment.
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
50
Rate of Final Exam to Success
50
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
2
12
24
Term Project
5
10
50
Presentation of Project / Seminar
2
10
20
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
8
8
General Exam
2
8
16
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
2
10
20
Total Workload(Hour)
180
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(180/30)
6
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
SCIENCE EDUCATION in EARLY CHILDHOOD
-
Fall Semester
3+0
3
6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
Turkish
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Required
Course Coordinator
Assoc.Prof. Mefharet VEZİROĞLU ÇELİK
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc.Prof. Mefharet VEZİROĞLU ÇELİK
Assistant(s)
Assoc. Prof. Mefharet Veziroglu Celik
Aim
This course aims to teacher candidates to understand the importance of science education in early childhood education, to have knowledge about basic concepts related to science and scientific thinking, to recognize the methods and techniques to be used in teaching basic concepts in science education, to learn to plan science activities and to have information about science centers and science education programs.
Course Content
This course contains; Definition and importance of science education in early childhood,Principles and standards in science education,Science process skills I,Scientific process skills II,Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills I,Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills II,Science programs in early childhood education (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education),STEM in early childhood,Project based learning,Science activities in preschool education program,Science centers and science museums,Assessment and evaluation in science education,Planning science activities in early childhood education,Science activities and projects in early childhood education.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
Explain the importance of science education in early childhood.
10, 9
A, E
Determines the techniques and methods of teaching scientific thinking skills in science education in early childhood.
10, 14, 9
A, E
Compares early childhood education science programs (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education, STEM).
10, 9
A
Plans science activities for young children.
10, 14, 9
A, E, H
Interprets scientific process skills in early childhood.
10, 9
A, E
Teaching Methods:
10: Discussion Method, 14: Self Study Method, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, H: Performance Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Definition and importance of science education in early childhood
2
Principles and standards in science education
3
Science process skills I
4
Scientific process skills II
5
Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills I
6
Techniques and methods of teaching science concepts and scientific thinking skills II
Reading source articles
7
Science programs in early childhood education (Wings of Discovery, Tool Kit for early childhood science education)
8
STEM in early childhood
Reading source articles
9
Project based learning
10
Science activities in preschool education program
Examining the MEB Preschool Education Program
11
Science centers and science museums
Research on current science centers
12
Assessment and evaluation in science education
13
Planning science activities in early childhood education
Designing science activities
14
Science activities and projects in early childhood education
Implementing scientific activities and projects
Resources
Bayar, M. E. (2023). Erken Çocukluk Dönemii Fen Eğitimi ve Çocuklarin Bilişsel Gelişimi. Türkiye Mesleki ve Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi , (11) , 53-66 . DOI: 10.46236/jovosst.1228326
Erol, A., & İvrendi, A. (2021). Erken Çocuklukta STEM Eğitimi. Erken Çocukluk Çalışmaları Dergisi, 5(1), 255–284. https://doi.org/10.24130/eccd-jecs.1967202151265
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Has knowledge of scientific and current theories, concepts and practices in the field of early childhood education.
X
2
Has knowledge of the curriculum, teaching strategies, methods and techniques, and measurement and evaluation in the field of early childhood education.
X
3
Has knowledge of children's development and learning characteristics and learning difficulties.
X
4
Applies appropriate teaching strategies, methods and techniques according to early childhood developmental characteristics and individual differences.
X
5
Organizes learning environments suitable for children's development and needs, designs educational materials, and evaluates children's achievements in multiple aspects.
X
6
Identifies and analyzes problems related to early childhood education and develops solutions based on evidence and scientific research.
X
7
Effectively fulfills responsibilities in individual and group work to solve problems related to early childhood; uses strengths and improves weaknesses.
X
8
Determines learning needs, uses ways to access information effectively, and develops positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
X
9
Works with people related to the field in professional projects or activities for the social environment, with the awareness of serving the society; becomes a model for society with his appearance, attitude and behavior.
X
10
Uses Turkish language effectively and in accordance with its rules; communicates effectively with the environment using information and communication technologies.
11
Shows professionally, scientifically and ethically appropriate behaviors with human rights, children's rights and democracy conscious.
12
Acts in accordance with quality management and workplace safety processes in early childhood education; establishes personal and institutional interactions to provide the safe school environment and protect environment.
