Curriculum and Materials Development Unit
Welcome to the Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CC) at Boğaziçi University!
Founded with a vision for innovation and educational excellence, our unit stands at the forefront of crafting dynamic learning experiences. We are the architects behind the curriculum and syllabi that shape the educational journey of our students, meticulously selecting and developing educational materials to ensure the most effective learning outcomes. Through a blend of research-backed methodologies and hands-on experimentation, we strive to empower both educators and learners alike with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving landscape.
The mission of the Curriculum and Materials Development Unit (CC) is multifaceted. We are tasked with determining the learning objectives of the English Preparatory Program and designing comprehensive curricula and syllabi for each program level (P1, P2, P3, and P4), aligning them with both our established objectives and the evolving needs of the global community. Our commitment extends to providing students with essential language skills through our meticulously crafted in-house CC materials and the selection of textbooks tailored to our objectives and programs. Moreover, we aim to cultivate an environment where students have abundant opportunities to apply and refine their acquired skills, fostering autonomy, critical thinking, creativity, and integrity through a blend of in-class activities, tasks, and portfolio assessments. Additionally, we offer guidance and support to instructors in order to ensure smooth implementation and address any curriculum-related issues that may arise.
The vision of the Curriculum and Materials Development Unit is to design a curriculum that places a stronger emphasis on productive skills and encourages increased classroom interaction. This approach is intended to better prepare students for their studies within the faculties, aligning with the academic standards of Boğaziçi University and addressing the demands of the global landscape. Additionally, the curriculum aims to support students in their transition to university life, fostering their adaptation process effectively.
- Designing the curriculum by identifying needs and specifying objectives.
- Guiding and assisting instructors in implementing the syllabus.
- Gathering feedback from stakeholders (instructors and students) to revise and update the syllabus, and communicating any changes made.
- Selecting textbooks that best align with program objectives and incorporating regular feedback on their effectiveness.
- Developing in-house materials that meet program objectives and complement chosen textbooks.
- Collaborating with the Testing Office to ensure exam alignment with program objectives.
- Sharing and providing both soft and hard copies of in-house materials to instructors and students via the Instructor’s Hub and Moodle platforms.
E-mail: yadyok-cc@boun.edu.tr
Long Hall CC Office
Boğaziçi Üniversitesi
Yabancı Diller Yüksekokulu Anadolu Hisarı Kampüsü Göksu Mahallesi, Cuma Yolu Caddesi, 34815, Beykoz, İstanbul