CHILD DEVELOPMENT (TURKISH)
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
GEN4058 Bioeconomy 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 : Prof. Dr. GÜLAY BULUT
Recommended Optional Program Components: There is none.
Course Objectives: This course is an introduction to the area of BioEconomy. The objective is to discuss the developments and opportunities in the areas of naturel products and biotechnology applications.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1.Recognize the concept of BioEconomy.
2.Discuss the areas of traditional BioEconomy and the Knowledge Based BioEconomy.

Course Content

The course covers the topics about BioEconomy and Knowledge Based BioEconomy.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Bioeconomy Reading
2) Foreseeing the Emerging Bioeconomy Reading
3) Drivers of BioEconomy Reading
4) Population and Consumption Reading
5) Food and Water Reading
6) Healthcare Reading
7) Technology Reading
8) State of Bioeconomy Today Reading
9) Institutional and Social Drivers Reading
10) Business of BioEconomy Reading
11) Emerging Business Models Reading
12) Knowledge Based BioEconomy Reading
13) Entrepreneurship in BioEconomy Reading
14) Summary Reading

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture notes, handouts, key papers will be distributed each week.
References: 1)Long Term Technological and Societal Challenge, The BioEconomy to 2030: Designing a Policy Agenda (www.oecd.org/futures/bioeconomy/2030).

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 20
Homework Assignments 14 % 20
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 10
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 14 5 70
Presentations / Seminar 1 2 2
Homework Assignments 14 2 28
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 146

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 gain both theoretical and practical knowledge about physical, cognitive, social-emotional aspects of child development. 4
2) To display actions in professional practice based on ethical principles and values. 5
3) To adopt the principle of lifelong learning, using efficient ways for accessing information. 5
4) To know the stages of child development and to be able to use models / theories efficiently for supporting children's cognitive, affective and psycho-motor development. 5
5) To plan, implement and evaluate professional projects, research and events with a sense of social responsibility, 5
6) To be able to use effective communication methods in counseling and child and family-based guidance. 3
7) To be sensitive to the child and family-related issues taking into account the child's stages of development, and to implement strategies for personal development of child and education methods which are vital for leading effective and productive life. 5
8) To use the education and communication materials according to the child development stage, and to create proper educational environment. 5
9) To take responsibilities in the field of child development and education using interdisciplinary approach, and to use information technologies, and to engage in projects and activities. 5
10) To use health information technologies for research in the field of child development. 5
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 5
12) To become a good example for colleagues and society, and represent efficiently the professional identity using advanced knowledge about child development. 5