Information Package / Course Catalogue
Inclusion in Special Education
Course Code: CGB421
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to enable students to evaluate the educational processes of individuals with special needs within the framework of inclusive education, to plan learning environments appropriate to individual differences, and to develop effective inclusion practices through the use of Universal Design for Learning, differentiated instruction, and support education practices.

Course Content

This course examines inclusive education and mainstreaming concepts, the least restrictive environment, support special education services, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development process, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), differentiated instruction, collaborative practices, family involvement, classroom management, technology-supported inclusion, and current approaches to inclusive education.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the basic concepts of inclusive education.
2.Compares placement approaches in special education.
3.Explains the processes used to identify students’ educational needs.
4.Defines the basic components of an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
5.Classifies support services used in inclusive education.
6.Evaluates the importance of family involvement in inclusive education.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Batu, S., & Kırcaali-İftar, G. (2023). Mainstreaming and Inclusive Education. Vize Akademik.
2.Çitil, M. (2022). Inclusive Education Approaches in Special Education. Pegem Academy.
3.Friend, M. & Bursuck, W. (2024). Including Students with Special Needs. Pearson.
4.CAST (2024). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to inclusive education and mainstreaming concepts
Week 2 - Theoretical
Placement approaches in special education and the least restrictive environment
Week 3 - Theoretical
Inclusive education policies in Türkiye and around the world
Week 4 - Theoretical
Support special education services and resource rooms
Week 5 - Theoretical
IEP development process and teamwork
Week 6 - Theoretical
Educational assessment and identifying student needs
Week 7 - Theoretical
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Educational adaptations and accessible material development
Week 10 - Theoretical
Differentiated instruction practices
Week 11 - Theoretical
Technology-supported inclusive education practices
Week 12 - Theoretical
Behavior management and positive behavioral support
Week 13 - Theoretical
Family involvement and interdisciplinary collaboration
Week 14 - Theoretical
Ethics, rights, advocacy, and future trends in inclusive education
Week 15 - Final Exam
Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%10
Assignment1%10
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%50
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory131239
Assignment1112
Reading3116
Midterm Examination1213
Final Examination1213
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)53
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026