LITERATURE REVIEW II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BEY152E	LITERATURE REVIEW II	2	3	3	3

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	English
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. GÜLŞAH KONAKOĞLU
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. HINA ZAHOOR
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Develop the skills to conduct, structure, and synthesize a literature review using credible sources and proper citation styles.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Learn to evaluate, integrate, and present research findings while avoiding plagiarism and ensuring clarity and coherence

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Identify, evaluate, and synthesize relevant academic sources to construct a well-organized and coherent literature review.
Demonstrate proficiency in correctly using citation styles like APA, MLA, and CMS for in-text citations and reference lists.
Critically assess the credibility, relevance, and bias of different types of sources (e.g., journal articles, books, reports).Recognize and implement strategies to avoid plagiarism,including proper paraphrasing, quoting, and citing sources.
Develop, edit, and present a clear, well-structured literature review that adheres to academic standards and is ready for submission

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, Individual research	Introduction to Literature Reviews	Lecture, Self study
2	Literature review, Individual research	Conducting a Literature Review	Lecture, Self study
3	Literature review, Individual research	Understanding Citation and Citation Styles	Lecture, Self study
4	Literature review, Individual research	Understanding Sources	Lecture, Self study
5	Literature review, Individual research	Exploring Journal Articles	Lecture, Self study
6	Literature review, Individual research	Using Databases and Annotated Bibliographies	Lecture, Self study
7	Literature review, Individual research	Avoiding Plagiarism	Lecture, Self study
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature review, Individual research	Organizational Patterns in Literature Reviews	Lecture, Self study
10	Literature review, Individual research	Structuring the Literature Review	Lecture, Self study
11	Literature review, Individual research	Referencing and Integrating Source Material	Lecture, Self study
12	Literature review, Individual research	Peer Review and Refinement	Lecture, Self study
13	Literature review, Individual research	Editing and Compiling the Final Literature Review	Lecture, Self study
14	Literature review, Individual research	Project: Research Proposal Preparation	Lecture, Self study
15	Literature review, Individual research	Submission and Presentation	Lecture, Self study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Abbott, B. B., Borders, K. S. (2011). Research Design and Methods a Process Approach. 8. Ed. McGraws Hill.
Taylor, B., & Francis, K. (2013). Qualitative research in the health sciences : Methodologies, methods and processes. Retrieved from https://search.proquest.com
Machi, Lawrence A, and Brenda T McEvoy. The Literature Review : Six Steps to Success / Lawrence A. Machi, Brenda T. McEvoy. Third edition. Thousand Oaks, California: Corwin, 2016. Print.
Hempel, S. (2020). Conducting your literature review. American Psychological Association.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description
Mid-Term Exam	1	30
Homework Assessment	1	10
Practice	1	5
Short Exam	1	5
Final Exam	1	50
TOTAL	5	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has advanced theoretical and applied knowledge supported by textbooks containing basic and current information in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, application tools and multimedia education tools and other resources.						5
2	Has the knowledge to evaluate the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Has the knowledge to reach scientific knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, to monitor, evaluate and apply the current literature.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, it interprets and evaluates scientifically proven data, defines and analyzes problems, develops solutions by considering professional and ethical values ​​based on research and evidence, shares information, and makes teamwork.						5
2	Produces solutions to the problems specific to the field in line with scientific data/evidence.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Provides health education for individuals, families and the society by using the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using advanced knowledge about physiotherapy and rehabilitation, carries out a study independently and takes responsibility as a team member in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Demonstrates embracing lifelong learning, is open to development and continues this behavior.						5
2	Identifies learning resources, access resources effectively/quickly.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Shares her thoughts on the issues related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation with quantitative and qualitative data, and shares thoughts with experts and non-experts as an active element of the process, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.					4
2	With the awareness of social responsibility, organizes and implements projects and activities in cooperation with other professional groups for the social environment which they live.					4
3	Follows the information in the field and communicates with colleagues by using a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Collects, interprets and applies data related to the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, cooperates with people from related disciplines during the announcement of the results and acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values.						5
2	With Professional identity, sets a role model to colleagues and is an example to the society.						5
3	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society in the fields of education, practice and research.						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	3	42
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	3	2	6
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	3	1	3
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	36	0	81