EDUCATIONAL DESIGN AND EVALUATION (TURKISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EAP5105 World Educational Systems Fall 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. SEDA SARAÇ
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. SEDA SARAÇ
Dr. BETÜL TARHAN ALKAN
Assist. Prof. SABİHA DULAY
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The purpose of the course is to give an overview of educational systems of Turkish and EU countries through a comparative method.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Evaluating Turkish Educational System from different perspectives
2. Explaining different dimensions of European Education
3. Comparing Turkish and European Educational Systems
4. Developing recommendations for Turkish Educational System

Course Content

Week 1. Course description and introduction to Turkish educational system
Week 2. Turkish educational system: Purpose, structure and problems
Week 3. Turkish educational system: Problems and Statistics
Week 4. Analyzing Statistics
Week 5. Quiz
Week 6. Comparing educational systems: Luxemburg and Finland
Week 7. Comparing educational systems: Germany and France
Week 8. Comparing educational systems: England and Italy
Week 9. Quiz
Week 10. Comparing educational systems: USA and Canada
Week 11. Comparing educational systems: Japan and South Korea
Week 12. Mid Term
Week 13. Teacher Training in Turkey and EU Countries
Week 14. Educational Finance in Turkey and EU Countries

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course description and introduction to Turkish educational system
2) Turkish educational system: Purpose, structure and problems
3) Turkish educational system: Problems and Statistics
4) Analyzing Statistics (Countries and OECD)
5) Quiz 1
6) Comparing educational systems: Luxemburg and Finland
7) Comparing educational systems: Germany and France
8) Comparing educational systems: England and Italy
9) Quiz 2
10) Comparing educational systems: USA and Canada
11) Comparing educational systems: Japan and South Korea
12) Mid Term
13) Teacher Training in Turkey and EU Countries
14) Educational Finance in Turkey and EU Countries

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Balcı, A. (2007). Karşılaştırmalı eğitim sistemleri. Ankara: Pegem A.

Erginer, A. (2006). Avrupa Birliği eğitim sistemleri. Ankara: Pegem A.

References: EURYDICE (2009). Education in europe network web site. http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/index_en.php

EURYBASE (2009). The database on education systems in Europe.
http:// earged.meb.gov.tr/urn/tr/pdf/ilkogretim.pdf

EURYDICE (2011). National Education System and Policies
http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/eurybase_en.php#turkey

EURYDICE (2010). Türk Eğitim Sisteminin Örgütlenmesi 2009/2010. http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/documents/eurybase/eurybase_full_reports/TR_TR.pdf

EURYDICE (2010). Avrupa'da Eğitim ve Öğretim Sistemlerinin Yapısı: Türkiye.
http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/documents/eurybase/structures/041_TR_TR.pdf

MEB (2008). MEB Dış İlişkiler Dairesi Belgeleri . http://digm.meb.gov.tr/Belgeler.html

MEB (2008). Milli Eğitim İstatistikleri 2006-2007. http://sgb.meb.gov.tr/istatistik/meb_istatistikleri_orgun_egitim_2006_2007.pdf.

MEB (2008). Milli Eğitim İstatistikleri 2007-2008. http://sgb.meb.gov.tr/istatistik/meb_istatistikleri_orgun_egitim_2007_2008.pdf

MEB (2009). Milli Eğitim İstatistikleri 2009-2010. http://sgb.meb.gov.tr/istatistik/ meb_istatistikleri_orgun_egitim_2009_2010.pdf

OECD (2008). Education at a Glance 2008. www.oecd.org/publishing/corrigenda.

YÖK (Yükseköğretim Kurulu) (2007). Öğretmen yetiştirme ve eğitim fakülteleri raporu, Ankara:YÖK.

UNESCO (2001). The Turkish Education System and Developments in Education. http://www.ibe.unesco.org/International/ICE/natrap/Turkey.pdf

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Quizzes 2 % 15
Homework Assignments 2 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 15
Final 1 % 20
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Can develop effective teaching processes by using design principles in learning and teaching
2) Can create innovative educational environments by analyzing theories and models related to learning systems design.
3) Can develop valid and reliable measurement tools by grounding assessment and evaluation processes in education on scientific principles.
4) Can generate evidence-based solutions by conducting design and action research to support educational change.
5) Can evaluate new approaches and integrate them into practice by following current educational design research.
6) Can analyze assessment and evaluation methods in education to select and apply appropriate models.
7) Can analyze computer-based exam systems to develop technology-based assessment processes.
8) Can conduct comprehensive analyses by using multivariate research methods in educational evaluations.
9) Can develop and implement appropriate measurement tools to assess cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.
10) Can gain a critical perspective on national and international educational measurement and evaluation by examining current developments.
11) Can manage instructional design and learning design processes to enhance the effectiveness of educational programs.
12) Can improve assessment and evaluation processes by utilizing data analytics and research techniques in education.
13) Can develop unique solutions for educational policies and learning systems by employing interdisciplinary approaches.
14) Can develop inclusive assessment and evaluation applications by adhering to ethical and fair evaluation principles in education.
15) Can conduct an original thesis study in the field of educational design and evaluation by using scientific research methods.
16) Can contribute to the field of education by sharing research findings on academic and professional platforms.