SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
SEN4551 | Gamification | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
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Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | E-Learning |
Course Coordinator : | Instructor BARIŞ YÜCE |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. ADEM KARAHOCA |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | Students will learn the basics of Gamification with a highly practical approach. Course focuses on how to design gamified experiences in real life areas such as game design, psychology, management, or education. The main goal of the course is to understand the principles of gamification to design experiences that make things more fun and engaging. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; 1. Identify basics of gamification. 2. Analyze gamified experiences in real life. 3. Identify principles of gamification. 4. Define game mechanics. 5. Identify systems for tracking in-game changes. 6. Describe critical elements on online experiences. |
This course will teach students the trends, and the frameworks of gamification, how it may be used to apply in IT projects, and how to use it effectively. The course allows students to develop a set of practical skills in using game elements using industrial case studies. Students will understand practical ways for designing a game. |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | What is Gamification? | |
2) | Games | |
3) | Game Thinking | |
4) | Game Elements | |
5) | Psychology and Motivation I: Behaviorism | |
6) | Psychology and Motivation II: Beyond Behaviorism | |
7) | Gamification Design Framework | |
8) | Midterm Exam | |
9) | Design Choices | |
10) | Enterprise Gamification | |
11) | Social Good and Behavior Change / Midterm Exam | |
12) | Critiques and Risks | |
13) | Beyond the Basics | |
14) | Final Exam |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | For the Win: How Game Thinking Can Revolutionize Your Business Kevin Werbach, Dan Hunter, 2012, 978-1613630235 |
References: | Gamification by Design: Implementing Game Mechanics in Web and Mobile Apps Gabe Zichermann and Christopher Cunningham, 2011 978-1449397678 |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Laboratory | 2 | % 10 |
Quizzes | 2 | % 10 |
Midterms | 2 | % 40 |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 6 | 84 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | 5 | 10 |
Quizzes | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Midterms | 2 | 3 | 6 |
Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Total Workload | 149 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Speech and Language Therapy field systematically for practice. | |
2) | To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection. | |
3) | To use information and health technologies in practice and research in the field of Speech and Language Therapy. | |
4) | To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships. | |
5) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | |
6) | To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. | |
7) | To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. | |
8) | To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. | |
9) | To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. | |
10) | To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other therapist, education of health professionals and individuals about speech and languege therapy. | |
11) | To carry out speech and languge therapy practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community. |