COMPUTER EDUCATION AND INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
GEP0313 The Impact of Science and Technology Policies on Technology Management Spring 3 0 3 5
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: GE-Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: E-Learning
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. AHMET NACİ ÜNAL
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. AHMET NACİ ÜNAL
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the impact of technology management and innovation, especially in the context of the “Industry 4.0 concept” and other emerging technologies.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain the following competencies:
1. Understanding the historical development of technology,
2. Comprehending the concepts of Technology Management and Innovation,
3. Defining the concepts of Foresight and Forecasting and understanding the differences between them,
4. Appreciating the vital importance of Technology Foresight and Forecasting and gaining competence in this area.

Course Content

Scientific development processes, similarities and differences between the concepts of technology and science, technology management, basic management principles, technology management, technology forecasting and prediction, and strategy development processes.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Orientation Examination of the Course Syllabus, Expectations
2) A Conceptual Approach to Science, Technology, Innovation, and Strategy Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
3) The Concept of Information and How Information is Formed Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
4) Data Transformation Process and the Concept of Big Data Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
5) Data Transformation Process and the Concept of Big Data Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
6) Information and Information Management Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
7) Information Management Systems Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
8) Midterm Exam
9) Technology Management and Technology Foresight Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
10) Innovations Brought by Modern Technologies Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
11) Innovations Brought by Modern Technologies Students will come to the class after conducting preliminary research on the topic.
12) Student Presentations
13) Student Presentations
14) Student Presentations

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: YARMAN B.S.B., ÜNAL A.N., “Stratejik Karar Verme Boyutunda Bilgi Toplama/İşleme Amaçlı Karar Destek Sitemleri”, Nobel Yayıncılık, 2015.
References: Lawrance FREEDMAN, “Strateji”, Alfa Tarih, 2014.
Sun TZU, “Savaş Sanatı”, Türkiye İş Bankası Yayınları, 12. Baskı, 2018.
Mikael KROGERUS, Roman TSCHAPPELER, “Karar Kitabı Stratejik Düşünme İçin Elli Model”, The Kitap, 2019.
Walter Isaacson, “Geleceği Keşfedenler”, Domingo Yayınevi, 2017.
Stefan ZWEIG, “Yıldızın Parladığı Anlar”, Everest Yayınları, 2014.
Cemal YILDIRIM, “Bilim Tarihi”, Remzi Kitabevi, 2016.
Cemal YILDIRIM, “Bilim Felsefesi”, Remzi Kitabevi, 2016.
Klaus SCHWAB, “Dördüncü Sanayi Devrimi”, Optimist, 2015.
Brian CHRISTIAN, Tom GRIFFITHS, “Hayatımızdaki Algoritmalar”, Buzdağı, 3. Baskı, 2018.
Ders Notları
“Gizli Sayılar” filmi. Yönetmen: Theodore Melfi. Gösterim Yılı: 2017
“The Imitation Game: Enigma” filmi. Yönetmen: Morten Tyldum. Gösterim Yılı: 2015
“Devrim Arabaları” filmi. Yönetmen: Tolga Örnek. Gösterim Yılı: 2008
“Kartal Göz (Eagle Eye)” filmi. Yönetmen: D.J. Caruso. Gösterim Yılı: 2008
“Apollo 13” filmi. Yönetmen: Ron Howard. Gösterim Yılı: 1995.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 15
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 13 3 39
Study Hours Out of Class 14 4 56
Presentations / Seminar 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 1 14 14
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 123

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) To define concepts related to the latest knowledge, tools and other scientific resources for the teaching profession, educational technology and information technologies in terms of national and international standards. 4
2) To explain the main elements of teaching strategies, methods and techniques, material design and assessment and evaluation processes that affect the development of educational technology integration. 5
3) To develop competencies related to software languages, operating systems, computer networks and computer hardware. 3
4) To use the most appropriate curriculum frameworks to plan lessons and activities based on active and student-centered learning integrated with technology.  5
5) To plan, implement and evaluate classroom activities that utilize cutting-edge technologies to foster creativity, problem solving and critical thinking using scientific methods. 4
6) To build strong theoretical and applied models to develop solutions to problems that focus on systems and human development within a learning organization.  4
7) To review, evaluate and recommend strategies for technology integration based on the interests, needs, individual differences and developmental characteristics of students in primary and secondary education. 4
8) To work individually and collaboratively in a team to carry out activities related to educational technology, information technology and the teaching profession in an interdisciplinary approach. 5
9) To effectively use and evaluate educational technologies and appropriately designed instructional models as a means of achieving and meeting learning objectives and requirements. 4
10) To utilize effective metacognitive techniques to make the classroom a community of learners engaged in lifelong learning activities. 5
11) To prepare trainings and projects related to educational technology for the community and to provide counseling to individuals in enhancing learning through the appropriate use of technology. 4
12) To implement cost and time sensitive strategies to support individuals and organizations to carry out their work more effectively.  3
13) To equip teachers to be pioneers and models in the application of technology for educational purposes using ethical and legal standards and to keep pace with changing technology. 4
14) To investigate efficient design solutions and existing standards used today for educational technologies, curricula, innovations and outcomes related to work, school, education sector and virtual world. 5
15) To gain fluency in interpersonal communication, teaching frameworks and the use of different technologies in relation to national norms and laws. 4