Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADULT EDUCATION and LIFE-LONG LEARNING | ELT3111039 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Gökçe GÜVERCİN SEÇKİN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Merve OFLAZ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to understand lifelong learning and to transform it into a life style in order to become an active member of the information society; to gain the knowledge and skills to organize teaching activities in accordance with the learning characteristics of adults. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction. The core concepts of adult education.,Theories and models of adult education. ,Methods and techniques related to adult education,Methods and techniques related to adult education,New requirements of the labour market ,Definition and purpose of lifelong learning,Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning,Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning,Lifelong Learning and skill development,Barriers to lifelong learning and how to overcome them ,New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning ,New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning,Lifelong Learning and the global order ,The development of Lifelong Learning in Turkey . |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Understands the importance of lifelong learning. | 9 | E |
| Illustrates the principles of lifelong learning. | 10, 21 | E |
| Defines the advantages of lifelong learning. | 6 | H |
| Explains the scope of lifelong learning. | 10, 16 | E |
| Define the basic concepts of adult education. | 16 | G |
| Interpret the basic principles of adult education. | 16, 20 | G |
| Understands methods and techniques related to adult education. | 10, 9 | E |
| Explains the historical development of adult education. | 16, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 21: Simulation Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | E: Homework, G: Quiz, H: Performance Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction. The core concepts of adult education. | Study of Week 1 PPT presentation |
| 2 | Theories and models of adult education. | Study of Week 2 PPT presentation |
| 3 | Methods and techniques related to adult education | Study of Week 3 PPT presentation |
| 4 | Methods and techniques related to adult education | Study of Week 4 PPT presentation |
| 5 | New requirements of the labour market | Study of Week 5 PPT presentation |
| 6 | Definition and purpose of lifelong learning | Study of Week 6 PPT presentation |
| 7 | Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 7 PPT presentation |
| 8 | Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 8 PPT presentation |
| 9 | Lifelong Learning and skill development | Study of Week 9 PPT presentation |
| 10 | Barriers to lifelong learning and how to overcome them | Study of Week 10 PPT presentation |
| 11 | New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 11 PPT presentation |
| 12 | New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 12 PPT presentation |
| 13 | Lifelong Learning and the global order | Study of Week 13 PPT presentation |
| 14 | The development of Lifelong Learning in Turkey | Study of Week 14 PPT presentation |
| Resources |
| 1. Jarvis, P. (2010). Adult Education and Lifelong Learning: Theory and Practice. 4th edition. New York, NY: RoutledgeFalmer. [ISBN: 0415494818] 2. Merriam, S. B., Caffarella, R. S., & Baumgartner, L. M. (2006). Learning in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide (3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. [ISBN: 0787975885]Weekly 3. Merriam, S. B. & Bierema, L. L. (2014). Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. 4. Kitchenham, A. (2008). The Evolution of John Mezirow’s Transformative Learning Theory. Journal of Transformative Education. Vol. 6 (2), pp. 104-123. 5. Weekly PPT study materials. |
| Weekly PPT study materials. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Possesses advanced theoretical and conceptual knowledge of the structural, semantic, and functional features of the English language. | X | |||||
| 2 | Expresses the fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of English verbally. | X | |||||
| 3 | Explains the principles of curriculum development, classroom management, and assessment and evaluation within the framework of educational sciences. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses English at an advanced level, both orally and in writing, in ways appropriate to academic and instructional settings. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares lesson plans, develops instructional materials, implements them, and evaluates their effectiveness by taking learner characteristics and contextual variables into account. | X | |||||
| 6 | Selects and develops appropriate assessment tools and analyzes the resulting data to improve learning processes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Identifies problems encountered in educational settings, analyzes relevant data, and develops evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Integrates digital technologies and instructional tools into the teaching process in alignment with pedagogical objectives. | X | |||||
| 9 | Carries out professional responsibilities independently and assumes responsibility in complex or unpredictable situations. | X | |||||
| 10 | Critically evaluates professional practices and identifies learning needs in line with continuous professional development. | X | |||||
| 11 | Acts in accordance with ethical principles, societal values, and cultural sensitivity in educational settings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Identifies professional development needs in the field and undertakes responsibility for lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Collaborates effectively with educational stakeholders and contributes to the enhancement of educational quality. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 4 | 8 | 32 | |||
| Term Project | 2 | 6 | 12 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 12 | 12 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 114 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(114/30) | 4 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADULT EDUCATION and LIFE-LONG LEARNING | ELT3111039 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. Gökçe GÜVERCİN SEÇKİN |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Merve OFLAZ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to understand lifelong learning and to transform it into a life style in order to become an active member of the information society; to gain the knowledge and skills to organize teaching activities in accordance with the learning characteristics of adults. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction. The core concepts of adult education.,Theories and models of adult education. ,Methods and techniques related to adult education,Methods and techniques related to adult education,New requirements of the labour market ,Definition and purpose of lifelong learning,Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning,Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning,Lifelong Learning and skill development,Barriers to lifelong learning and how to overcome them ,New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning ,New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning,Lifelong Learning and the global order ,The development of Lifelong Learning in Turkey . |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Understands the importance of lifelong learning. | 9 | E |
| Illustrates the principles of lifelong learning. | 10, 21 | E |
| Defines the advantages of lifelong learning. | 6 | H |
| Explains the scope of lifelong learning. | 10, 16 | E |
| Define the basic concepts of adult education. | 16 | G |
| Interpret the basic principles of adult education. | 16, 20 | G |
| Understands methods and techniques related to adult education. | 10, 9 | E |
| Explains the historical development of adult education. | 16, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 20: Reverse Brainstorming Technique, 21: Simulation Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | E: Homework, G: Quiz, H: Performance Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction. The core concepts of adult education. | Study of Week 1 PPT presentation |
| 2 | Theories and models of adult education. | Study of Week 2 PPT presentation |
| 3 | Methods and techniques related to adult education | Study of Week 3 PPT presentation |
| 4 | Methods and techniques related to adult education | Study of Week 4 PPT presentation |
| 5 | New requirements of the labour market | Study of Week 5 PPT presentation |
| 6 | Definition and purpose of lifelong learning | Study of Week 6 PPT presentation |
| 7 | Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 7 PPT presentation |
| 8 | Scope and principles of Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 8 PPT presentation |
| 9 | Lifelong Learning and skill development | Study of Week 9 PPT presentation |
| 10 | Barriers to lifelong learning and how to overcome them | Study of Week 10 PPT presentation |
| 11 | New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 11 PPT presentation |
| 12 | New technologies in education and Lifelong Learning | Study of Week 12 PPT presentation |
| 13 | Lifelong Learning and the global order | Study of Week 13 PPT presentation |
| 14 | The development of Lifelong Learning in Turkey | Study of Week 14 PPT presentation |
| Resources |
| 1. Jarvis, P. (2010). Adult Education and Lifelong Learning: Theory and Practice. 4th edition. New York, NY: RoutledgeFalmer. [ISBN: 0415494818] 2. Merriam, S. B., Caffarella, R. S., & Baumgartner, L. M. (2006). Learning in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide (3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. [ISBN: 0787975885]Weekly 3. Merriam, S. B. & Bierema, L. L. (2014). Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. 4. Kitchenham, A. (2008). The Evolution of John Mezirow’s Transformative Learning Theory. Journal of Transformative Education. Vol. 6 (2), pp. 104-123. 5. Weekly PPT study materials. |
| Weekly PPT study materials. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Possesses advanced theoretical and conceptual knowledge of the structural, semantic, and functional features of the English language. | X | |||||
| 2 | Expresses the fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of English verbally. | X | |||||
| 3 | Explains the principles of curriculum development, classroom management, and assessment and evaluation within the framework of educational sciences. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses English at an advanced level, both orally and in writing, in ways appropriate to academic and instructional settings. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares lesson plans, develops instructional materials, implements them, and evaluates their effectiveness by taking learner characteristics and contextual variables into account. | X | |||||
| 6 | Selects and develops appropriate assessment tools and analyzes the resulting data to improve learning processes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Identifies problems encountered in educational settings, analyzes relevant data, and develops evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Integrates digital technologies and instructional tools into the teaching process in alignment with pedagogical objectives. | X | |||||
| 9 | Carries out professional responsibilities independently and assumes responsibility in complex or unpredictable situations. | X | |||||
| 10 | Critically evaluates professional practices and identifies learning needs in line with continuous professional development. | X | |||||
| 11 | Acts in accordance with ethical principles, societal values, and cultural sensitivity in educational settings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Identifies professional development needs in the field and undertakes responsibility for lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Collaborates effectively with educational stakeholders and contributes to the enhancement of educational quality. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |