Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue
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| Year/Semester of Study | 4 / Fall Semester | ||||
| Level of Course | 1st Cycle Degree Programme | ||||
| Type of Course | Optional | ||||
| Department | ELEMENTARY SCIENCE TEACHING | ||||
| Pre-requisities and Co-requisites | None | ||||
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face | ||||
| Teaching Period | 14 Weeks | ||||
| Name of Lecturer | DAVUT SARITAŞ (davutsaritas@nevsehir.edu.tr) | ||||
| Name of Lecturer(s) | ŞULE ŞAHİN, | ||||
| Language of Instruction | Turkish | ||||
| Work Placement(s) | None | ||||
| Objectives of the Course | |||||
| The aim of the course is to ensure efficient utilization of computer technology in science education. | |||||
| Learning Outcomes | PO | MME | |
| The students who succeeded in this course: | |||
| LO-1 | May use word processor, spreadsheet and presentation programs in investigations. |
PO-7 Ability to develop appropriate materials to the subject area and needs of students. PO-10 Taking responsibility for individual and group tasks and efficiently fulfill the task. PO-16 Ability to use information and communication technologies in science teaching. |
Examination |
| LO-2 | Can use different sources and web sites for information and communication technologies in the field of science education. |
PO-7 Ability to develop appropriate materials to the subject area and needs of students. PO-10 Taking responsibility for individual and group tasks and efficiently fulfill the task. PO-16 Ability to use information and communication technologies in science teaching. |
Examination |
| LO-3 | Can explain researches as to computer-supported learning in the field of science education. |
PO-1 Having the knowledge of teaching programs, teaching strategies, measurement and assessment methods related to the field. PO-3 Having the sufficient level of knowledge about Science and Technology Teaching in order to meet the needs of students |
Examination |
| LO-4 | Can design a simple simulation and animation. |
PO-7 Ability to develop appropriate materials to the subject area and needs of students. PO-10 Taking responsibility for individual and group tasks and efficiently fulfill the task. PO-16 Ability to use information and communication technologies in science teaching. |
Examination |
| LO-5 | comprehend the importance of computer aided science teaching |
PO-8 Ability to assess student achievements using different techniques and methods. PO-13 Using the effective ways of attaining knowledge. PO-16 Ability to use information and communication technologies in science teaching. |
Examination |
| LO-6 | have knowledge about computer aided applications in science education |
PO-8 Ability to assess student achievements using different techniques and methods. PO-16 Ability to use information and communication technologies in science teaching. |
Examination |
| PO: Programme Outcomes MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation |
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| Course Contents | ||
| Introduction to Information Technologies, Computer-assisted learning history and types, Simulation and Animations, technology supported recent studies in the field of education, the multi-platform and open source software for Science Teaching, the basic concepts of Web-based distance education, the use of e-learning platforms in the world and in Turkey, modeling and design of a web-based platform for Science Education. | ||
| Weekly Course Content | ||
| Week | Subject | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
| 1 | Introduction to Information Technologies | Lecture, discussion, question and answer |
| 2 | History and development of Computer Assisted Instruction | Lecture, discussion, question and answer |
| 3 | Information and Communication Technologies | Lecture, question and answer |
| 4 | Information and communication technologies in teaching science | Lecture, question and answer |
| 5 | Simulation and Animations | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 6 | Software for Teaching Science | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 7 | The use of e-learning platforms in the world and in Turkey | Lecture, question and answer |
| 8 | mid-term exam | |
| 9 | Modeling of Web-based Science Education platform | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 10 | Modeling of Web-based Science Education platform | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 11 | Design of Web-based Science Education platform | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 12 | National studies in the field of computer-aided education | Lecture, discussion, question and answer |
| 13 | International studies in the field of computer-aided education | Lecture, discussion, question and answer |
| 14 | Computer-aided problem solving in science education | Lecture, question and answer |
| 15 | Numerical calculation and graphing applications | Lecture, question and answer, demonstration |
| 16 | final exam | |
| Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading | ||
| 1 | Uşun, S. (2000). Dünyada ve Türkiye’de bilgisayar destekli öğretim. Ankara: Pegem Yayıncılık. | |
| Required Course instruments and materials | ||
| Textbook, Computer | ||
| Assessment Methods | |||
| Type of Assessment | Week | Hours | Weight(%) |
| mid-term exam | 8 | 1 | 40 |
| Other assessment methods | |||
| 1.Oral Examination | |||
| 2.Quiz | |||
| 3.Laboratory exam | |||
| 4.Presentation | |||
| 5.Report | |||
| 6.Workshop | |||
| 7.Performance Project | |||
| 8.Term Paper | |||
| 9.Project | |||
| final exam | 16 | 1 | 60 |
| Student Work Load | |||
| Type of Work | Weekly Hours | Number of Weeks | Work Load |
| Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) | 2 | 14 | 28 |
| Outside Class | |||
| a) Reading | 2 | 14 | 28 |
| b) Search in internet/Library | 3 | 14 | 42 |
| c) Performance Project | 0 | ||
| d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report | 0 | ||
| e) Term paper/Project | 0 | ||
| Oral Examination | 0 | ||
| Quiz | 0 | ||
| Laboratory exam | 0 | ||
| Own study for mid-term exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| mid-term exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Own study for final exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| final exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 0 | |||
| 0 | |||
| Total work load; | 120 | ||