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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
EDS3003 Classroom Management Fall 2 2 3 4

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. BERNA GÜLOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Instructor NEŞE UYANIK
Prof. Dr. DERİN ATAY
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi FATOŞ UĞUR ESKİÇIRAK
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The main objective of the course is to teach students to basic concepts and factors of classroom management

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
• will be able to explain concepts and factors of classroom management
• will know about behavioristic, cognitivist and humanist approaches to classroom management
• will be able to determine the classroom management approach and model that fits his/her personality
• will be able to develop a repertoire of behaviors regarding establishment of classroom rules, reward&punishment, praise&consequences, time management,, body language etc. within the framework of alternative models
• will be able to explain unwanted student behavior and how to intervene those behavior with reference to various approaches.
• will be able to explain preventive classroom management behaviors

Course Content

This course is about how various discipline and management systems can be applied to classroom environment in order to maintain class stability and effective learning. Various contemporary approaches to discipline and conflict resolution will be covered as well as the types of behavioral problems to be met in class and measures to be developed for them. Social and psychological factors that affect the student behavior, class medium, group interaction, developing rules for class management, organization in class, motivation, communication, creating a positive medium suitable for learning are also among the topics that will be discussed.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Meeting & Introduction: What is classroom management? Why do we need such a management system? Personality and different class management styles. Wolfgang Ch.1-2
2) Davranış Analizi Modeli Wolfgang Ch.3
3) Behavior Analysis Model (cont) Wolfgang Ch.3
4) Positive Discipline Model Wolfgang Ch.4
5) Positive Discipline Model (cont) Wolfgang Ch.4
6) Assertive Discipline Model Wolfgang Ch.5
7) The Social Discipline Model of Rudolf Dreikurs – Adlerian Theory Wolfgang Ch. 7
8) The Social Discipline Model of Rudolf Dreikurs – Adlerian Theory (cont) Wolfgang Ch. 7
9) Glasser’s Reality Therapy, Control Theory and the Quality School Wolfgang Ch. 8
10) Judicious Discipline Model Wolfgang Ch.9
11) Discipline with Dignity Wolfgang 7th Ed, Ch.9
12) Love and Logic Discipline Wolfgang 7th Ed, Ch.8
13) Rogerian (Emotionally Supportive) Model Wolfgang Ch.11
14) Bullying Prevention in Schools and Classrooms Classroom Management: A Preventive Process Wolfgang 7th Edition, Ch.15 Wolfgang Ch.13
15) Finals week -
16) Finals week -

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Wolfgang, C.H. (2001). Solving Discipline and Classroom Management Problems. Wiley, USA. 5th Ed
Wolfgang, C.H. (2009). Solving Discipline and Classroom Management Problems. Wiley, USA. 7th Ed
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Midterms 2 % 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
Homework Assignments 1 20 20
Midterms 2 15 30
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 112

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.
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. 4
3) To develop competencies related to software languages, operating systems, computer networks and computer hardware.
3) To use the most appropriate curriculum frameworks to plan lessons and activities based on active and student-centered learning integrated with technology.
4) To use the most appropriate curriculum frameworks to plan lessons and activities based on active and student-centered learning integrated with technology.
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. 
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. 3
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. 3
9) To effectively use and evaluate educational technologies and appropriately designed instructional models as a means of achieving and meeting learning objectives and requirements.
10) To utilize effective metacognitive techniques to make the classroom a community of learners engaged in lifelong learning activities. 4
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.
12) To implement cost and time sensitive strategies to support individuals and organizations to carry out their work more effectively.
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.
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.
15) To gain fluency in interpersonal communication, teaching frameworks and the use of different technologies in relation to national norms and laws. 3