NORMAL MOTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY141	NORMAL MOTOR DEVELOPMENT	1	2	2	5

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ÇAĞIL ERTÜRK
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer SUZAN AYDIN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	By examining the normal postnatal development process in terms of reflex and motor developmental stages, together with the factors affecting movement and function, developmental biomechanics, development of spinal curves, nervous system, reflexes, development of sense and perception, development of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, psychomotor system and pathological reflexes in terms of normal developmental stages. It is aimed to gain knowledge and skills related to movement dysfunctions and motor development tests and their application.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Normal development, embryonic development, infant development, factors affecting movement development, psychomotor development, motor organization levels, newborn evaluation, pathological reflexes, reflexes and correction reactions and motor development tests.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Evaluates neurological, orthopedic and occupational therapy examination findings.
Evaluates abnormal reflexes.
Categorizes abnormal muscle tone and dysfunction.
Evaluates conditions showing abnormal motor development.
Analyzes motor movement and sensory development.
List the developmental stages of the baby in intrauterine life.
Makes the newborn evaluation.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Introduction to Motor and Functional Development and Terminology	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
2	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Basic Principles of Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
3	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Motor Learning, Motor Movement, and Motor Development: Basic Concepts and Processes	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
4	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Developmental Theories Related to Motor Learning	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
5	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Prenatal Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
6	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Development of the Nervous System and Musculoskeletal System During Fetal Period	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
7	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Kinesiology of Normal Motor Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Reflexes Related to Motor Development in Infants	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
10	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Corrective, Protective, Balance Reactions, and Postural Reactions	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
11	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Normal Movement and Functional Development - Gross Motor Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
12	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Normal Movement and Functional Development - Fine Motor evelopment	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
13	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Physical Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
14	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Sensory and Cognitive Development	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
15	Literature Review, Web-Based Research	Atypical Development and Common Pediatric Disorders	Discussion,Individual Study, Project Work
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Selçuk Apak, (1984), Gelişim Nörolojisi İ:Ü: Yayınevi.
Lippincott Willams and Wilkins,(2009),Barr's Human Nervous System.
Nöroloji Ders Kitabı IUITF (2004) Nobel Tıp Kitabevi .
Adams Victors McGraw Hill Comp,(2005), Neurology.
Fogel A, Nelson G.(1988), Child Development, USA.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He fulfills all roles required by his professional performance, integrates the entire occupational therapy process, carries out his own practices using the information on theoretical and practical occupational therapy in his field. He actively participates in the development, advancement, and promotion of occupational therapy.				3

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He explains the basic facts, principles, processes in the subfields of occupational therapy and the methods in the field of application makes advanced analyses and evaluations.				3
2	He uses the advanced knowledge he acquires to protect the community's health.				3

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He studies, picks, analyzes and synthesizes theories and application models in the occupational therapy field that are supported by scientific publications and resources, with the purpose of carrying out the activities and vital roles of people and communities and determining health care needs, and plans the response.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He analyzes biological, medical, psychological, sociological and technological information within the scope of occupational therapy, synthesizes this information with information from theories about activity and participation, determines and analyzes the person's resources and constraints. Using this information, research and evidence-based solution proposals can be developed.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By critically interpreting activity and participation constraints, he chooses a professional and independent role for himself (e.g. treatment, counseling) and works in a people-centric manner by using prevention, rehabilitation, and treatment activities.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He determines the need for research on topics associated with occupational therapy practices and/or occupational therapy science, prepares related research questions, conducts independent research, and carries on lifelong learning.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By establishing close cooperation with the people and community, he carries out occupational therapy intervention, and works to improve community involvement by creating accessible and adaptable environments.				3
2	He works with those receiving services and providing care, with the team members, and other stakeholders in a cooperative and interdisciplinary manner to ensure roles and participation.				3
3	He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He considers and respects personal differences, cultural beliefs, customs, and traditions and takes into account and respects their effect on participation in roles and activities. He combines these with scientific, cultural and ethical values.				3
2	He explains a person's daily life, production, and leisure time activities and his nature regarding his duties, and explains the connection between his performance regarding these and the connection between activities and health and wellbeing.				3
3	He acknowledges his own responsibility in the intervention he carries out and does so according to the principles of management and quality. He takes part in the process of quality development in occupational therapy and returns information to stakeholders.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	10	4	40
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	10	3	30
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	50	0	128