Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
6EGK072Intelligence games2+0+02324.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Pre-School Teaching
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The specific objective is to introduce preschool educators to intelligence games that support children ` s linguistic and social development; to explore how these games are taught within educational settings; and to enhance the creative thinking, problem-solving, and programming skills of pre-service teachers.
Course Content -
Course Methods and Techniques Q&A, brainstorming, discussion
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Prof.Dr. Büşra Bilir Çevik https://profil.hku.edu.tr/akademik/busra-bilir/ busra.bilir@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Demirel, T., & Karakuş, Y. T. (2016). The effects of using intelligence games in Turkish and Mathematics lessons on middle school students. Paper / Thesis.
Aslan, M. (2019). An investigation into the problems encountered by teachers during "mind games" (intelligence games) classes. Scientific Educational Studies.
Oldfield, B. J. (1991c). Games in the Learning of Mathematics Part 3: Games for Developing Strategies. Mathematics in School, 20(3), 16–18.
Course Notes -


Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Assignment 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 2 28
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 1 14
Assignments 2 10 20
Presentation 2 4 8
Mid-terms 1 6 6
Project 1 4 4
Final examination 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 90

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 It explains the history and fundamental concepts of brain games.
2 Identifies and classifies different types of brain games (logic, strategy, verbal, visual, etc.).
3 It explains the effects of brain games on children ` s developmental areas.
4 Selects, designs, and implements intelligence games suitable for preschool-aged children.
5 It employs methods to develop problem-solving skills, attention, memory, and creativity through brain games.
6 Uses mind games in educational settings in a planned, pedagogical, and effective manner.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to the course content, expectations regarding the course. You should come to class prepared. Course Syllabus
2 Course Introduction and the Educational Importance of Mind Games You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
3 Cognitive Development and the Role of Play You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
4 Problem-Solving and Logical Thinking Games You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
5 Numerical and Visual Intelligence Games You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
6 Introduction to Strategy Games and Their Educational Use You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
7 Developing Cooperation and Social Skills through Brain Games and Group Activities You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
8 midterm exam
9 Library Week Library Resources
10 Analysis and Evaluation Criteria for Educational Games You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
11 Mobile and Digital Brain Games You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
12 Design Your Own Brain Game (Preparation Phase) You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
13 Game Production and Prototyping You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
14 Preparation for Final Presentations You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
15 Game Presentations and Final Evaluation You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
16 Game Presentations and Final Evaluation You should come to class prepared. Course Resources
17 Final exam

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14
C1 2 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 1 3
C2 2 5 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 2
C3 5 3 5 5 5 3 2 1 1 1 3 3 1 3
C4 5 5 3 5 5 5 3 3 5 3 2 3 2 3
C5 3 3 5 3 5 5 3 3 3 2 3 3 2 3
C6 3 5 5 5 5 3 5 3 5 3 3 3 2 3

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant