Language of instruction: |
English |
Type of course: |
Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: |
Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
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Mode of Delivery: |
Face to face
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Course Coordinator : |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAVUZ SAMUR |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Instructor NEŞE UYANIK
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Recommended Optional Program Components: |
There is no recommended optional program component. |
Course Objectives: |
• To introduce the students with the basics of adult education and learning
• To develop a general understanding regarding the theories, policies, practices, content, history and methodology in adult education in the national and international context. |
Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Basic foundations of adult education |
Jarvis Ch.1
Merriam & Brockett Ch.1
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2) |
Variance in terminoogy: from adult education to lifelong learning |
Jarvis Ch.2
Merriam & Brockett Ch.4
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3) |
History of Adult Education |
Merriam & Brockett Ch.3 |
4) |
The adult learner and adult learning: methods and theories |
Jarvis Ch.3-4
Merriam & Brockett Ch.2-6
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5) |
The adult learner and adult learning: methods and theories (cont.) |
Jarvis Ch.3-4
Merriam & Brockett Ch.2-6
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6) |
Methods and theories of teaching adults |
Jarvis Ch.5-6
Merriam & Brockett Ch.5
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7) |
Methods and theories of teaching adults (cont.) |
Jarvis Ch.5-6
Merriam & Brockett Ch.5
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8) |
Contemporary & universal approaches to adult education |
Jarvis Ch.7
Merriam & Brockett Ch.7-8
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9) |
Contemporary & global approaches to adult education (cont.) |
Jarvis Ch.7
Merriam & Brockett Ch.7-8
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10) |
Assesment and evaluation in adult education |
Jarvis Ch.8 |
11) |
Curriculum and programme planning in adult education |
Jarvis Ch.9 |
12) |
Practice, theory and research in adult education |
Jarvis Ch.10
Merriam & Brockett Ch.10
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13) |
Professional preparation of teachers of adults |
Jarvis Ch.11
Merriam & Brockett Ch.9
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14) |
The future of adult education |
Merriam & Brockett Ch.11 |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Being able to identify problems and ask right questions |
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2) |
Having problem solving skills and developing necessary analytical attitude |
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3) |
Comprehending theoretical arguments along with counter arguments in detail |
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4) |
Gaining awareness of lifelong learning and being qualified for pursuing graduate education |
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5) |
Applying theoretical concepts in project planning |
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6) |
Communicating efficiently by accepting differences and carrying out compatible teamwork |
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7) |
Increasing efficiency rate in business environment |
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8) |
Developing innovative and creative solutions in face of uncertainty |
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9) |
Researching to gather information for understanding current threats and opportunities in business |
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10) |
Being aware of the effects of globalization on society and business while deciding |
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11) |
Possessing digital competence and utilizing necessary technology |
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12) |
Communicating in at least one foreign language in academic and daily life |
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13) |
Possessing managing skills and competence |
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14) |
Deciding with the awareness of the legal and ethical consequences of business operations |
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15) |
Expressing opinions that are built through critical thinking process in business and academic environment |
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