The development of the child during pre-birth, birht and after birth, the factors affecting the development, the theories and theorists of development and learning will be discussed.

The theoretical opinions which are the basis of the development of pre-school education and the programs prepared in light of these theories will be developed and discussed.

Basic concepts related to statistics, regulation of data, applications in statistical package programs: It is aimed to gain the ability to do statistical analysis with SPSS package program. Course contents Multi-Factor ANOVA, Multi-Factor MANOVA, Covariance Analysis, Multiple Regression Analysis, Non-parametric Statistical Techniques (Mann-Whitney, U Test, Wilcoxon Test, Kruskal Wallis Test, Freidman Test, Cohron Test).

Understanding the importance of movement needs of preschool children, using appropriate methods and techniques for movement development studies, developing, applying and evaluating games that will support children's large muscle development, and supporting children's psychomotor development through games developed. The importance of movement education in pre-school education, exercise for a healthy life, the role of physical activities in the evaluation of leisure time, knowledge and use of tools and materials related to physical activities. Movement for preschool children education, teaching of educational games and game rules

The course Social Emotional Learning in Early Childhood Education aims to enhance the social and emotional development of young children. The course provides students with theoretical frameworks and tools to understand children's emotional and social development. Additionally, students will have opportunities to develop practical strategies and effective teaching techniques to support children's social and emotional growth. Topics covered include designing and implementing appropriate curricula and activities to enhance children's self-regulation, problem-solving, empathy, social relationship building, and other social skills. The course highlights the importance of early childhood social and emotional development and provides a roadmap for those interested in pursuing a career in this field.

Scientific method and research, basic concepts and approaches, universe and sample, data collection, observation,historical method, data processing, analysis and interpretation will be discussed.

Examination and evaluation of theses and articles conducted in Turkey and abroad, discussion of the steps and rules of conducting research.

Students will prepare a dissertation by doing research on a topic of interest and curiosity.