Key Performance Indicators

Aim 1. Educating Qualified and Competent Child Development Professionals

Objective 1.1. To enable students to correctly apply fundamental theories and principles of child development (physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional) in their professional practice.
KPI 1.1.1. Graduate employment rate (%)
KPI 1.1.2. Employer satisfaction surveys (% satisfaction)
KPI 1.1.3. Student and graduate satisfaction surveys (% satisfaction)

Objective 1.2. To educate competent individuals who can conduct practice processes within the framework of children’s rights and professional ethical principles, and who are capable of applying current legal regulations in their field.
KPI 1.2.1. Course success average (%) in courses including topics on children’s rights and professional ethics (CG 212, CG 106, CG 201, CG 202, CG 222, CG 204)
KPI 1.2.2. Number of activities conducted by students with children related to children’s rights

Objective 1.3. To enable students to conduct teamwork by establishing professional and effective communication with families, teachers, and relevant disciplines (psychologists, social workers, etc.).
KPI 1.3.1. Number of role-play activities based on scenarios within the “Child and Communication” course (count)

Aim 2. Providing Applied Education Opportunities

Objective 2.1. To equip students with the ability to plan, implement, and evaluate science-based activities addressing all developmental domains of preschool children.
KPI 2.1.1. Success rate (%) in examinations of professional practice courses

Objective 2.2. To train students to design safe, cost-effective, and creative educational tools/materials and toys based on children’s developmental characteristics and the needs of disadvantaged groups.
KPI 2.2.1. Success rate (%) in the Instructional Technologies and Material Design course

Objective 2.3. To ensure effective use of current digital tools and technologies in educational processes and material design.
KPI 2.3.1. Average success rate (%) in courses involving digital material design (animation, interactive stories, etc.), such as Child and Music and Child, Science and Technology courses
KPI 2.3.2. Percentage of students using digital portfolios in educational processes (%)

Aim 3. Developing Analytical, Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills

Objective 3.1. To enable students to analyze behavioral or developmental problems encountered in educational settings and develop science-based solutions.
KPI 3.1.1. Success rate (%) in case analysis quizzes in Special Education II and Child Mental Health courses

Objective 3.2. To enable students to evaluate existing educational approaches and practices from the perspective of child welfare.
KPI 3.2.1. Average academic grade (%) of assignments in the “Teaching Methods and Techniques” course involving critical analysis of current education systems

Objective 3.3. To design original learning environments that are learner-centered, curiosity-driven, and supportive of exploration.
KPI 3.3.1. Average success rate (%) in courses such as Vocational Education Practice III, Instructional Technologies and Material Design, Child Art and Creativity, and Child, Science and Technology

Aim 4. Supporting Professional and Personal Development

Objective 4.1. To develop the habit of following national and international developments, scientific publications, and new educational models in the field.
KPI 4.1.1. Number of seminars/webinars organized within the program (count)
KPI 4.1.2. Student participation in academic activities (e.g., DGS, double major programs, Erasmus+ activities, student research projects, project courses, seminars, congresses, conferences, workshops, etc.) (number/year)

Objective 4.2. To guide students toward social responsibility projects aimed at raising awareness on topics such as society, child development, and the prevention of child neglect and abuse.
KPI 4.2.1. Number of social responsibility projects conducted in collaboration with local authorities or NGOs (e.g., EÇEV, LÖSEV, etc.)
KPI 4.2.2. Number of target group members (parents/children) reached through projects and feedback survey results

Objective 4.3. To develop flexible professional skills that enable students to adapt to the changing labor market and diverse service areas (play groups, NGOs, children’s homes, special education centers, etc.).
KPI 4.3.1. Number of projects conducted with NGOs and children with special needs within the Vocational Education and Practice III course (count)