Program Objectives:
To train individuals who can evaluate the developmental characteristics of early childhood and children with special needs in accordance with scientific theories, approaches, and research.
To train professionals who can plan, implement, and evaluate educational environments appropriate to the developmental characteristics and needs of children.
To train practitioners who can effectively use contemporary teaching methods and techniques in educational processes.
To train professionals who prioritize the best interests of the child in accordance with child rights and professional ethical principles.
To train individuals who can effectively integrate information technologies into education and development processes.
To train professionals with analytical thinking, critical evaluation, and problem-solving skills.
To train individuals who can communicate effectively with children, families, colleagues, and relevant stakeholders.
To train professionals who are sensitive to occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality management processes.
To train individuals who embrace the concept of lifelong learning and continuously pursue their professional development.
To train qualified associate degree graduates who can follow national and international developments in the field of child development and reflect them in their professional practices.
OBJECTIVE 1: To increase students' knowledge of fundamental theories, concepts, and practices in child development and education, and to enable them to apply this knowledge in different developmental areas.
OBJECTIVE 2: To develop students' skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational environments for early childhood and children with special needs.
OBJECTIVE 3: To enable students to effectively use teaching methods, techniques, and materials appropriate to children's developmental characteristics.
OBJECTIVE 4: To increase students' awareness of children's rights, ethical principles, and professional responsibilities, ensuring they prioritize the best interests of the child in their practices.
OBJECTIVE 5: To improve students' ability to effectively use information technologies in education and evaluation processes.
OBJECTIVE 6: To support students' analytical thinking, critical evaluation, research, and problem-solving skills.
OBJECTIVE 7: To develop students' skills in establishing effective communication and collaboration with children, families, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
OBJECTIVE 8: To increase students' knowledge and awareness of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
OBJECTIVE 9: To encourage students to embrace lifelong learning and actively participate in professional development activities.
OBJECTIVE 10: To enable students to follow current developments in their field and reflect them in their professional practices.