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PERFORMING ARTS
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
Fall
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) They acquire theoretical, historical and aesthetic knowledge specific to their field by using methods and techniques related to performing arts (acting, dance, music, etc.). 2
2) They have knowledge about art culture and aesthetics and they provide the unity of theory and practice in their field. 2
3) They are aware of national and international values in performing arts. 2
4) Abstract and concrete concepts of performing arts; can transform it into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 1
5) They have the sensitivity to run a business successfully in their field. 3
6) Develops the ability to perceive, think, design and implement multidimensional from local to universal. 3
7) They have knowledge about the disciplines that the performing arts field is related to and can evaluate the interaction of the sub-disciplines within their field. 2
8) They develop the ability to perceive, design, and apply multidimensionality by having knowledge about artistic criticism methods. 3
9) They can share original works related to their field with the society and evaluate their results and question their own work by using critical methods. 1
10) They follow English language resources related to their field and can communicate with foreign colleagues in their field. 1
11) By becoming aware of national and international values in the field of performing arts, they can transform abstract and concrete concepts into creative thinking, innovative and original works. 3
12) They can produce original works within the framework of an interdisciplinary understanding of art. 2
13) Within the framework of the Performing Arts Program and the units within it, they become individuals who are equipped to take part in the universal platform in their field. 3
14) Within the Performing Arts Program, according to the field of study; have competent technical knowledge in the field of acting and musical theater. 2
15) They use information and communication technologies together with computer software that is at least at the Advanced Level of the European Computer Use License as required by the field. 3