Information Package / Course Catalogue
Learning and Teaching Approaches in Science Education
Course Code: İFB602
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 8
Objectives of the Course

To gain skills for applying learning and instruction approaches in science education.

Course Content

Examining learning and instruction approaches from a theoretical perpective, discussing their examples and applying these approaches.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Gains knowledge about learning and instruction approaches in science education.
2.Applies learning and instruction approaches in science education.
3.Knows the principles of learning and teaching in science education.
4.Discuss the learning theories in science education.
5.5Learns learning approaches and sample applications in science education.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Çepni, S. ve Çil, E. (2012). Fen Ve Teknoloji Programı İlköğretim 1. Ve 2. Kademe Öğretmen El Kitabı
2.Sönmez, V. (2004). Program Geliştirmede Öğretmen El Kitabı
3.Saban, A. (2004). Öğrenme Öğretme Süreci
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Learning and teaching principles in science education
Week 2 - Theoretical
Learning theories in science education (Learning theories, Piaget and Bruner learning theory and its use in science education)
Week 3 - Theoretical
Learning theories in science education (Learning theories, Gagne and Ausubel's learning theories, learning circle approach)
Week 4 - Theoretical
Constructivist approach in science education and sample practise.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Multiple intelligence theory in science education and sample practise.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Kolb’s experiential learning approach in science education and sample practise
Week 7 - Theoretical
Project based learning approach in science education and sample practise
Week 8 - Theoretical
Project based learning approach in science education and sample practise (Midterm exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Problem based learning approach in science education and sample practise
Week 10 - Theoretical
Computer assisted science education and sample practise
Week 11 - Theoretical
Science education by learning models and sample practise
Week 12 - Theoretical
Science education based on educational games and sample practise
Week 13 - Theoretical
Concept maps and examples in science education
Week 14 - Theoretical
Conceptual change texts, mind maps and examples in science education
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory130339
Assignment2048
Individual Work130565
Midterm Examination140444
Final Examination140444
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)200
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
OÇ-1
4
3
3
3
2
3
3
3
OÇ-2
4
3
3
2
2
2
OÇ-3
3
2
3
2
2
3
OÇ-4
3
3
2
2
3
3
3
OÇ-5
4
3
2
2
3
3
1
3
2
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026