Course ID:
Course Code & Number
PECE 290
Course Title
Multiculturalism in Early Childhood
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(2+0+0) 2 TEDU Credits, 4 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Sophomore
Semester:
Fall
Type of Course:
Elective
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Different cultures in Turkish society. Multicultural education through a focus on the historical, sociological, and philosophical foundations of education. Diversity based on ethnographic, demographic and status variables. Culturally biased assumptions.
Course Objectives
The aim of this course is to provide information about theories of multicultural education types, and examine multicultural education through a focus on the historical, sociological, and philosophical foundations of education. Through this course, student will examine diversity according to ethnographic, demographic and status variables to understand learner differences.
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Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
- define theories of multicultural education, identity development, and social justice,
- identify learner differences related to cultural background, gender, ethnicity, and learning styles,
- argue for a school environment in which diversity is acknowledged and respected,
- develop a cooperative, inclusive, and purposeful learning environment to facilitate learning and achievement for all children, including special populations,
5. analyze multicultural and pluralistic trends among diverse groups nationally and internationally.
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Collaborating
Video Presentations
Oral Presentations/Reports
Brainstorming
Drama/Roleplaying
Web Searching
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Case Studies / Homework
Self Evaluation
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Performance Project (Written, Oral)
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Design Content
Recommended Reading
Required Reading
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
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Student Workload:
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Course Readings | 14 |
| Debate | 5 |
| Report on a Topic | 16 |
| Case Study Analysis | 5 |
| Oral Presentation | 15 |
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