NORMAL MOTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
FTY141E	NORMAL MOTOR DEVELOPMENT	1	2	2	5

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	Lecturer BUSENUR KARAGÖZ
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 Development	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
Trombly, CA Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction, William&Wilkins, 1989, Baltimore, USA.
Lippincott Willams and Wilkins,(2009),Barr's Human Nervous System.
Scully RM, Barnes MR, Physical Therapy, Lippincotti Co, Philadelphia, 1989.
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	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.					4
2	Has the knowledge to evaluate the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of the information.					4

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.						5

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.					4
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.						5
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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	14	2	28
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	7	3	21
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	3	21
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	58	0	128