PCG 316 Learning DisabilitiesMEF UniversityDegree Programs Guidance and Psychological CounselingGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Guidance and Psychological Counseling
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

ECTS Course Information Package

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Education
Course Code PCG 316
Course Title in English Learning Disabilities
Course Title in Turkish Öğrenme Bozuklukları
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom
Level of Course Intermediate
Semester Spring
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 228 hours per semester
Number of Credits 4 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites EDS 103 - Educational Psychology
PCG 214 - Developmental Psychology II
Co-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge Psychology of Learning Developmental Psychology II
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To understand learning disabilities in order to intervene into these issues in school environment
Course Description Students will learn the characteristics of learning disabilities, be able to understand language and processing deficits and how they interfere with academic achievement and social relationships; will learn reading disabilities, writing disabilities, math disabilities; will understand assessment and intervention approaches for students with learning disabilities

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) understand and appreciate philosophical, historical, and current trends in the field of learning disabilities;
2) define and describe the characteristics, types and prevalence of learning disabilities
3) describe causes of learning disabilities
4) understand the language, cognitive, academic, social and behavioral characteristics of students with learning disabilities
5) know the etiology of specific learning disabilities and/or learning problems including ADHD, and dyslexia and possible treatment options
6) use specialized terminology related to the assessment of children and youth with learning disabilities
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6
1) Scientific competence, knowledge, skills and effective teaching methods and strategies in order to provide psychological help.
2) Knowledge that will enable students to develop the skills to cope with problems they encounter in the school environment.
3) Basic knowledge about developmental processes from early childhood to adulthood and the characteristics and issues unique to each stage.
4) Knowledge about the tools used in school counseling services and being equipped to develop relevant programs.
5) Competence in vocational guidance and counseling practices.
6) Understanding of human relations and interaction.
7) Knowledge, experience and skills in scientific methods in order to conduct research studies in behavioral sciences.
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, accessing information, and monitoring developments in education, science, and technology. An ability to solve problems related to the field, continuously developing and renewing oneself, and having critical thinking and questioning skills. An ability to use information technologies.
9) Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written Turkish; ability to use English at least in the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
10) Knowledge about past and present regulations and legislations regarding professional applications of the field and being equipped to contribute to its further development.
11) Sensitivity for different cultures, values ​​and democratic rights of individuals; the knowledge of national culture and history, and using that knowledge in increasing awareness and involvement in national and international social, cultural, artistic, and technological developments.
12) A sense of professional and ethical responsibility, and awareness of national and universal sensitivity expressed in the Basic Law of National Education.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Scientific competence, knowledge, skills and effective teaching methods and strategies in order to provide psychological help. H Exam
2) Knowledge that will enable students to develop the skills to cope with problems they encounter in the school environment. H HW
3) Basic knowledge about developmental processes from early childhood to adulthood and the characteristics and issues unique to each stage. S Exam
4) Knowledge about the tools used in school counseling services and being equipped to develop relevant programs. S HW
5) Competence in vocational guidance and counseling practices. N
6) Understanding of human relations and interaction. S Exam
7) Knowledge, experience and skills in scientific methods in order to conduct research studies in behavioral sciences. N
8) Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning, accessing information, and monitoring developments in education, science, and technology. An ability to solve problems related to the field, continuously developing and renewing oneself, and having critical thinking and questioning skills. An ability to use information technologies. N
9) Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written Turkish; ability to use English at least in the European Language Portfolio B2 General Level. N
10) Knowledge about past and present regulations and legislations regarding professional applications of the field and being equipped to contribute to its further development. N
11) Sensitivity for different cultures, values ​​and democratic rights of individuals; the knowledge of national culture and history, and using that knowledge in increasing awareness and involvement in national and international social, cultural, artistic, and technological developments. N
12) A sense of professional and ethical responsibility, and awareness of national and universal sensitivity expressed in the Basic Law of National Education. N
Prepared by and Date SERVET ALTAN , February 2024
Course Coordinator SERVET ALTAN
Semester Spring
Name of Instructor Öğr. Gör. CAVİT YEŞİLDAĞ

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Syllabus Basic Concepts
1)
2) Intro to Learning Disabilities Causes of Learning Disabilities
3) Prevention and Intervention in Early Childhood Transition Programming in Adolescence and Adulthood
4) Cognition, Metacognition, and Memory in Students with Learning Disabilities
5) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
6) Parents and Families Educational Approaches
7) Students who Experience Difficulties with Spoken Language
8) Students who Experience Difficulties with Reading
9) Students who Experience Difficulties with Reading
10) Students who Experience Difficulties with Writing
11) Students who Experience Difficulties with Writing
12) Students who Experience Difficulties with Mathematics
13) Students who Experience Difficulties with Mathematics
14) Participation in General Education Classrooms for Students with Learning Disabilities
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsInstructional strategy and expectations for both students and instructional staff that follow from this. Student work modes (independently and/or in teams). Any work with the outside community – geographic or industry sector.
Teaching MethodsLecture
Homework and Projects2 Journal Critics: 15% Project Paper: 15%
Laboratory Work
Computer Use
Other Activities
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Homework Assignments 1 % 14
Presentation 3 % 24
Project 3 % 24
Midterm(s) 2 % 20
Final Examination 1 % 18
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration acarmel@mef.edu.tr
Cavit Yeşildağ

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 3 0 0
Presentations / Seminar 3 8 24 96
Project 3 8 24 96
Final Examination 1 16 2 18 36
Total Workload 228
Total Workload/25 9.1
ECTS 4