INTRODUCTION TO ERGOTHERAPY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ETY141	INTRODUCTION TO ERGOTHERAPY	1	5	4	4

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	Assist.Prof. GÜLŞAH KONAKOĞLU
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To recognize the basic usage areas of occupational therapy, to learn the historical development of the profession. It is aimed to recognize their legal rights in Turkey and the world.
Contents of the Course Unit:	History of occupational therapy, common areas of use, common disability groups and ensuring the participation of the disabled person in society.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
The student recognizes the application areas of the occupational therapist profession in our country and in the world.
Recognize the disability groups that he/she will encounter frequently as an occupational therapist.
Knows the psychological processes experienced by the disabled individual and his/her family and its relationship with occupational therapy.
Gains knowledge of basic assistive devices and environmental regulations.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature search	Definition of Occupational Therapy and Areas of Practice of Occupational Therapy Profession	Expression
2	Literature search	History of Occupational Therapy	Expression
3	Literature search	Occupational Therapy for Fine and Gross Motor Skills	Expression
4	Literature search	Occupational Therapy in Pediatric Rehabilitation	Expression
5	Literature search	Clinical Conditions Where Occupational Therapy Is Commonly Used in Pediatric Rehabilitation (Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy)	Expression
6	Literature search	Clinical Conditions Where Occupational Therapy Is Commonly Used in Pediatric Rehabilitation (Down Syndrome, Autism)	Expression
7	Literature search	Clinical Conditions Where Occupational Therapy Is Commonly Used in Pediatric Rehabilitation (Cerebral Palsy)	Expression
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Literature search	Sensory Integration Treatment in Occupational Therapy	Expression
10	Literature search	Scales Frequently Used in Ergotherapy	Expression, visit the Fieldwork area
11	Literature search	The Role of Occupational Therapy in Ergonomics	Expression
12	Literature search	Assistive Technologies and Adaptive Devices in Occupational Therapy	Expression
13	Literature search	Artistic Approaches Used in Occupational Therapy	Expression, visit the Fieldwork area
14	Literature search	Occupational Therapy for Disadvantaged Individuals	Expression
15	Literature search	Other Areas Where Occupational Therapy Is Frequently Used	Discussion
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
O'Brien, Jane Clifford; Hussey, Susan M; Sabonis-Chafee, Barbara; Sabonis-Chafee, Barbara.(2012) Introduction to occupational therapy, St. Louis, Mo.,Elsevier/Mosby.
Kielhofner.G.,(2008).Research in Occupational Therapy.F.A. Davis Company.
Johnson.C.R.,DeAngelis.T.,Muhlenhaupt.M.,(2015).Occupational Therapy Examination Review Guide.F.A. Davis Company.
Kielhofner .G.,(1992),Conceptual Foundations of Occupational Therapy.F.A. Davis Company.
Jacobs.K.,McCormack.G.L.,(2003)The Occupational Therapy Manager (5th Edition).AOTA Press.
Scherer.M.(2011),Assistive Technologies and Other Supports for People With Brain Impairment.Springer.
Gateley.C.,Borcherding.S.,Documentation Manual for Occupational Therapy: Writing SOAP Notes (3rd edition).Slack Incorporated.

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.					4
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.					4

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.					4
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.					4
3	He has a computer license and foreign language proficiency adequate for use in Europe.	0

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.					4
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.					4
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	5	70
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
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	7	2	14
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	2	14
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	30	0	100