Course Language:
İngilizce
Course Objectives:
The aim of this course is to develop the knowledge and skills of prospective teachers on proactive and scientifically based approaches in behavior management and behavioral aspects of education.
Course Content:
Fundamentals, history, definition, principles and importance of applied behavior analysis (UDA); UDA and ethics; determining, defining, measuring and recording target behavior; analysis and evaluation of collected data on target behavior; use of data to decide teaching; determining behavioral functions; behavior enhancement principles and process processes; types and use of reinforcements; symbol reinforcement; principles and process of gaining new behaviors; behavior reduction principles and process processes; differential reinforcement: extinction, cost of reaction; generalization; UDA and single-subject research methods
Vertical Tabs
Course Learning Outcomes
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Learning Outcomes
Students, |
Program Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Knows the basic concepts, words, techniques and gains related to the use of the basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. | 1, 7,8, | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1 |
| 2. Applies the principles of UDA in the design of behavior change plan in the classroom environment. |
5,6,7,8,9,
12,13 |
1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1,2,3 |
| 3. Knows and applies the components of positive behavior interventions and individual, classroom and school-wide positive behavior support programs. | 5,6,7,12,13 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1,2 |
| 4. Knows the importance of professional ethical behavior in the use of behavior change programs. | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1,3 | |
| 5. Know various assessment methods, evaluate student competencies and make decisions based on teaching | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1 | |
| 6. Knows and applies the procedures related to learning environments and the conduct of education, including the use of assistive technologies. | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1,2,3 | |
| 7. 7.He / she knows and applies the subjects related to teaching social skills and behavior. | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | 1,2,3 |
Course Flow
| COURSE WORK CALENDER | ||
| Week | Topics | Preparation |
| 1 | Defining Behavior | |
| 2 | Fundamentals of Applied Behavior Analysis | |
| 3 | Measuring / evaluating Behavior | |
| 4 | Behavior Management and Teaching | |
| 5 | Behavioral Techniques | |
| 6 | Designing a Behavior Change Plan | |
| 7 | Defining Behavior | |
| 8 | Data collecting | |
| 9 | Positive Behavior Support Plan Design | |
| 10 | Implementation of the Plan | |
| 11 | Data collecting | |
| 12 | Analyzing / Summarizing Data | |
| 13 | Data Reporting / Graphics | |
| 14 | Case Study | |
Assessment
| ASSESSMENT | ||
| IN-TERM STUDIES | NUMBER | PERCENTAGE |
| Homework | 1 | 25 |
| Mid-Term | 1 | 25 |
| Final | 1 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | |
| CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE | 50 | |
| CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
Course’s Contribution to Program
| COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM | |||||||
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Have knowledge about disability groups in special education field and have information about individual, educational and social effects of disability. | X | |||||
| 2 | It takes an active role in raising awareness of the society and making a difference about the legal rights and needs of individuals in need of special education. | ||||||
| 3 | Knows and uses appropriate teaching strategies and methods in subjects such as mathematics, science and social studies in primary and secondary education programs. | ||||||
| 4 | It cooperates effectively with school / institution staff, experts, families and individuals in the community in order to ensure that the students gain the highest level during the special education process. | X | |||||
| 5 | Develops and implements Individualized Family Service Program (BAHP), Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Individualized Transition Plans (IEP), which are prepared by considering the needs of individuals and MONE curricula within the framework of special education laws. | X | |||||
| 6 | Knows and applies scientifically based approaches and methods in order to attain the achievements stated in the direction of IEP targets at the highest level and to ensure accessibility to MEB curriculum. | X | |||||
| 7 | Knows, develops and adapts to the individual needs of educational materials, current technology and other resources appropriate to the curriculum and IEP objectives. | X | |||||
| 8 | It organizes, analyzes and interprets evaluation data obtained from various sources and makes and evaluates the educational evaluation of individuals by using various techniques and methods. | X | |||||
| 9 | Evaluates individuals' learning using appropriate assessment tools and makes educational decisions based on data. | X | |||||
| 10 | Improves professional knowledge by following national and international developments in the field of special education and contributes to the development of special education field by using scientific research methods. | X | |||||
| 11 | Knows the basic values and principles on which the Turkish education system is based, its aims, structure and legislation (laws, regulations, circulars, etc.) and the historical development of special education. | ||||||
| 12 | Uses technology effectively in designing, implementing and evaluating learning environments and activities. | X | |||||
| 13 | Creates, manages and maintains culturally integrative learning environments that reflect respect, trust, interest and ethical behavior, value individuals' life experiences and developmental characteristics. | X | |||||
ECTS
| ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION | |||
| Activities | Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Kısa Sınav | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Ödev | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| Final examination | |||
| Total Work Load | 106 | ||
| Total Work Load / 25 (h) | 4,2 | ||
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 4 | ||