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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PRE-SCHOOL TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | OKLS405 |
| Name | Child Safety |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Meltem EMEN PARLATAN |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
(The aim of this course is to identify the risks that children in early childhood may encounter at home, at school, in playgrounds, and in digital environments; to teach preventive practices aimed at ensuring children's physical, emotional, and psychosocial safety; and to train prospective teachers who are able to create safe learning environments, recognize neglect and abuse, and respond appropriately in crisis situations.
Course Content
This course covers the identification of risks that children in early childhood may encounter in physical, emotional, social, and digital environments, as well as the development of preventive approaches to address these risks. The concept of child safety forms the foundation of the course, alongside an examination of children’s rights, the right to protection, and the relevant legal framework. Children’s risk perception and behavioral characteristics across developmental stages are analyzed, with emphasis on appropriate safety measures for different age groups. In terms of physical safety, potential risks in home, school, and outdoor/play environments are addressed, along with accident prevention strategies and basic first aid awareness. In addition, the course explores safety practices in educational settings through case analyses, supporting students in conducting risk assessments and developing safety plans. Emotional and psychological safety is also a key component, focusing on secure attachment, supportive learning environments, and psychological first aid approaches. Issues related to child neglect and abuse are examined in detail, including the identification of warning signs, preventive mechanisms, and legal reporting procedures. In response to the needs of the digital age, the course also addresses screen use, risks in digital environments, and cyber safety. Finally, the course emphasizes the importance of family involvement, institutional policies, and school–family collaboration in fostering a safe school culture, aiming to develop a sustainable and holistic approach to child safety.
Course Precondition
There is no prerequisite for this course.
Resources
Krug, E. G., Dahlberg, L. L., Mercy, J. A., Zwi, A. B., & Lozano, R. (Eds.). (2002). World report on violence and health. World Health Organization. World Health Organization. (2008). World report on child injury prevention. World Health Organization. Aslan, D. (Ed.), & Emen Parlatan, M. (Ed.). (2022). Child Safety in Early Years. Eğiten Kitap. Notlar Aslan, D., & Emen, M. (2021). Safety issue at home: what is mothers’ concern, what they do, and what they need?. International Primary Education Research Journal, 5(3), 260-271.
Notes
Articles to be shared during the process.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | He/She identifies the physical, emotional, social, and digital risks that children may encounter in early childhood. |
| LO02 | He/She explains the fundamental concepts and legal framework related to child safety, child rights, and the right to protection. |
| LO03 | He/She assesses potential risks for different age groups and develops appropriate preventive strategies. |
| LO04 | He/Sheidentifies physical risks that may be encountered in homes, schools, and outdoor areas, and implements measures to prevent accidents. |
| LO05 | He/She prepares and evaluates practices and security plans aimed at ensuring safety in educational environments. |
| LO06 | He/She describes and implements approaches that support children's emotional and psychological safety (secure attachment, supportive learning environments, etc.). |
| LO07 | He/She identifies the signs of child neglect and abuse, and explains prevention mechanisms and legal reporting processes. |
| LO08 | It discusses the importance of family involvement and school-family cooperation in creating a safe school culture. |
| LO09 | He/She develops holistic and sustainable approaches to child safety. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. | |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. | 5 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses family involvement strategies actively. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. | 5 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. | |
| PLO13 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. | 4 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. | 5 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. | 4 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. | |
| PLO19 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. | 3 |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to child safety in education | there is no requisity for this week | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 2 | Children’s rights, the right to protection, and the legal framework. | reading related book chapter | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 3 | Risk perception and child behaviors according to developmental stages. | reading related book chapter | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Physical risks and first aid. | reading related book chapter | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Safety at home | making an observation at home | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 6 | Safety at school | making an obervation at school | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Grup Çalışması, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Safety in other settings (playgrounds and outdoor activities). | making an observation at other places | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Grup Çalışması, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | overview of the course | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Case analyses and safety plans. | there is no need for prequisity | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Emotional and psychological safety. | reading shared article | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Child neglect and abuse: signs, prevention, and reporting procedures. | reading shared article | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 12 | Psychological first aid. | reading related book chapter | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 13 | Digital safety, screen use, and cyber risks. | writing an essay about subjective experiences | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 14 | Family involvement, institutional policies, and a safe school culture. | there is no prequisity | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 15 | overview of the course | reading whole paperwork | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | overview | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 8 | 8 | 64 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 104 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,16 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||