CET4054 Adult EducationBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (ENGLISH)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (ENGLISH)
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
CET4054 Adult Education Spring 3 0 3 6
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: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YAVUZ SAMUR
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor NEŞE UYANIK
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.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
• Describe main terminology in the field and differences between those terms
• Explain the principles of adult education
• Explain the methods and techniques used in adult education
• Know the historical development of educational activities for adults.
• Understand the needs of adult learners and design instruction accordingly
• Understand the basics of program development and assesment for adult education
• Recognize the importance and impact of adult education practices in adults themselves as well as in the society
• Outline various contemporary adult education practices

Course Content

A study of and practice about education of adults. History, content, context, aims, methods, theories and politics of adult education. Adult psychology and concept of andragogy. Education as a life-long process. Adult education policies and practices.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Basic foundations of adult education Jarvis Ch.1 Merriam & Brockett Ch.1
2) Variance in terminoogy: from adult education to lifelong learning Jarvis Ch.2 Merriam & Brockett Ch.4
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
5) The adult learner and adult learning: methods and theories (cont.) Jarvis Ch.3-4 Merriam & Brockett Ch.2-6
6) Methods and theories of teaching adults Jarvis Ch.5-6 Merriam & Brockett Ch.5
7) Methods and theories of teaching adults (cont.) Jarvis Ch.5-6 Merriam & Brockett Ch.5
8) Contemporary & universal approaches to adult education Jarvis Ch.7 Merriam & Brockett Ch.7-8
9) Contemporary & global approaches to adult education (cont.) Jarvis Ch.7 Merriam & Brockett Ch.7-8
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
13) Professional preparation of teachers of adults Jarvis Ch.11 Merriam & Brockett Ch.9
14) The future of adult education Merriam & Brockett Ch.11

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: • Jarvis, P. (2004). “Adult Education and Lifelong Learning: Theory and Practice”(3rd Ed.), RoutledgeFalmer, London.
• Merriam, S.B.; Brockett, R.G. (2007). “The Profession and Practice of Adult Education: An Introduction”. Jossey-Bass, CA.
References: Yok/None

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 16 1 16
Homework Assignments 1 30 30
Midterms 1 20 20
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 138

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 use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Nutrition and Dietetics 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 assess nutritional status of risky groups in nutrition related problems (pregnant, babies, adolescences, elders, etc.)
4) To use healthcare, information technologies for Nutrition and Dietetic practice and research.
5) To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships.
6) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level.
7) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
8) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice.
9) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach.
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively.
11) To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other dieticians, education of health professionals and individuals about nutrition.
12) To carry out dietetic practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community.