Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
1ESN101Basic Mathematics in Primary School3+0+03412.10.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Primary Education Teaching
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim is to introduce mathematical terminology at an academic level to primary education teacher candidates, enable them to use this terminology, and advance their level of mathematical knowledge for subsequent courses.
Course Content Dear students, welcome to the Elementary School Basic Mathematics course. This course aims to foster an understanding of the importance of mathematics within the structured educational process and to help shape your perspective on mathematics as prospective teachers. In this course, you are expected to acquire mathematical terminology and internalize mathematical concepts and knowledge. You are required to read relevant materials, conduct research, and enrich your mathematical understanding by employing critical and creative thinking skills. Assessment for the course will be based on a midterm exam, assignments, and a final exam.
Course Methods and Techniques Each class will begin with the instructor introducing the weekly course content. The teaching process will employ lectures, presentations, question-and-answer sessions, case studies, and problem-solving methods, alongside in-group discussions. Therefore, it is mandatory to complete preparatory work on the topic to be covered prior to the class.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. Nuri Can AKSOY ncan.aksoy@hku.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %100

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
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 2 28
Mid-terms 1 16 16
Final examination 1 32 32
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 4 118

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 gains knowledge about the importance of mathematics
2 Gains insight into the historical development of mathematics
3 Acquires mathematical terminology.
4 It improves the level of knowledge regarding number systems and their properties.
5 Recognizes the real-life applications of mathematical modeling
6 Develops strategies for solving mathematical problems.
7 Recognizes the relationship between number systems and base arithmetic.
8 They prove the divisibility rules.
9 It develops awareness regarding fractions and related areas.
10 Recognizes the relationship between the geometry and measurement learning areas and the primary school mathematics curriculum.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 the importance of mathematics Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
2 the historical development of mathematics Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
3 Number Systems Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
4 Number Systems Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
5 Problems, Problem Solving Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
6 Problems, Problem Posing Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
7 Divisibility Rules Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
8 Least Common Multiple (LCM), Greatest Common Divisor (GCD) Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
9 Fractions Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
10 Fractions Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing
11 Pattern Basic Mathematics in Primary School, Prof. Dr. Veli TOPTAÅž (Ed.), Vizetek Publishing

 
Sustainable Development Goals
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16 P17 P18 P19 P20 P21 P22 P23 P24
All 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C4 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C5 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C6 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C7 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C8 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C9 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1
C10 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 1

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