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	Prof. ARİF ÖNDER
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. ALİ KARAAĞAÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	It is aimed to provide information on the examination of the normal postnatal developmental process and the stages of reflex and motor development; factors affecting movement and function; normal developmental stages; developmental biomechanics; development of spinal curvatures; the nervous system; reflexes; development of sensation and perception; cardiovascular and pulmonary systems; development of the psychomotor system; pathological and primitive reflexes; movement dysfunctions; and motor development tests.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Concepts and theories related to cognitive development, language development, physical development, motor development, and social–emotional development in early childhood.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines the terms used in normal motor development.
Assesses neurological and orthopedic examination findings.
Evaluates abnormal reflexes.
Categorizes abnormal muscle tone and dysfunction.
Assesses conditions associated with abnormal motor development.
Relates motor movement to sensory development.
Describes the stages of fetal development during intrauterine life.

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

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Elbasan, B. (Ed.). (2023). Pediatrik fizyoterapi rehabilitasyon (Genişletilmiş 3. bs.). İstanbul Tıp Kitabevi.
Gallahue, D. L., Ozmun, J. C., & Goodway, J. D. (2014). Motor gelişimini anlamak: Bebekler, çocuklar, ergenler, yetişkinler (D. S. Özer & A. Aktop, Çev. Ed.). Nobel.
Karaduman, A. A., & Tunca Yılmaz, Ö. (Eds.). (2016). Fizyoterapi ve rehabilitasyon. Hipokrat Kitabevi; Pelikan Kitabevi.
Kutlutürk Yıkılmaz, S., & Tanrıverdi, M. (Eds.). (2023). Normal hareket ve fonksiyon gelişimi. İstanbul Tıp Kitabevleri.
Özer, D. S., & Özer, M. K. (2014). Çocuklarda motor gelişim (8. bs.). Nobel.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Optical (Test) Exam
TOTAL	2	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	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.					4

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.				3

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.				3

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.			2

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.				3

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.					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.				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.			2
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.			2

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	1	14
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	14	4	56
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	7	4	28
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	51	0	128