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BASIC IMAGING AND ANALYSIS METHODS IN SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
DKT403 BASIC IMAGING AND ANALYSIS METHODS IN SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY 7 4 3 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. DENİZ YILDIZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Lecturer HAVA ÇETİN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: This lesson; To provide knowledge and skills regarding basic imaging, recording and stimulation methods commonly used in the field of Language and Speech Therapy; It aims to provide theoretical information and develop practical skills, especially about EEG/ERP and TMS methods.
Contents of the Course Unit: Introduction of imaging and analysis methods such as Technical Principles in Voice and Resonance Evaluation, nasometer, videofluoroscopy, nasoendoscopy, Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation in Swallowing (FESS) and Other Methods, Videolaryngostroboscopy and Stroboscopy EEG, ERP, TMS and fMRI in the evaluation and therapy of language and speech disorders; selection of research methods according to disorders; justifications and principles of use: observing the applied use of imaging and analysis methods on the case in cooperation with the consultant and, when necessary, the physician or other discipline members; creating and maintaining case-specific records; analysis of collected data.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explains the clinical approach cycle.
Discriminates diagnostic categories
Discriminates the principles of data collection, evaluation and structuring a diagnostic approach.
Discriminates neuroimaging methods and working principles. the difference between subjective and objective evaluation.
Relates the basic imaging and analysis methods used in the evaluation of speech and language disorders.
Plans imaging and analysis methods such as Videofluoroscopy, Nasendoscopy, Videostroboscopy.
Discriminates neuroimaging methods and working principles.
Identifies imaging and analysis methods in imaging units under the supervision of a supervisor.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Reading literature, individual research Neuroimaging diagnosis and techniques - EEG - Brain waves - EEG Applications Lecture, discussion
2 Reading literature, individual research EEG History, Device setup and electrode placement, Mounting, EEG artifacts Lecture, discussion
3 Reading literature, individual research Event Related Potentials (ERP) and ERP components Lecture, discussion
4 Reading literature, individual research Linguistic, auditory and visual components Lecture, discussion
5 Reading literature, individual research Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): History, Device Features and TMS application stages Lecture, discussion
6 Reading literature, individual research TMS mechanism of action and parameters Lecture, discussion
7 Reading literature, individual research Functional MRI Lecture, discussion
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Reading literature, individual research PET Lecture, discussion
10 Reading literature, individual research Voice Analysis (Praat and Dr. Speech app) and Spectrography Lecture, discussion
11 Reading literature, individual research Nasometer Lecture, discussion
12 Reading literature, individual research Palatography (Electropalatography and Low-tech. Palatography) Lecture, discussion
13 Reading literature, individual research Videostroboscopy and laryngoscopy Lecture, discussion
14 Reading literature, individual research Videofluoroscopy (modified barium swallow study) Lecture, discussion
15 Reading literature, individual research Electromyography (EMG) Lecture, discussion
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Daly, D. and Pedley, T. (Ed). 1990. Current Practice of Clinical Electroencephalography. New York : Raven Press

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Has the basic information on the science of language and speech in order to identify and interpret necessary approaches for his/her patients.
5

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Identifies the main phenomenons, principles, processes and practices of language and speech science, explains the methods in the field and makes a basic level of analysis and evaluation.
4

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Has the ability to plan a proper language and speech therapy program via his/her theoretical and practical knowledge.
1

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To prepare the language and speech therapy profession according to ethical rules, assimilate the multidisciplinary approach, to prepare the necessary screening programs for healthy and / or problem groups in accordance with contemporary medical rules, to evaluate the patients with language and speech disorders, to identify the problems, and to find appropriate re / habilitation programs have the skills to prepare, determine the necessary tools and apply them.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Collaborates with main medical fields.
5
2
Evaluates and interprets the problems about language and speech disorder of his/her patients guided by relevant specialist, asks consultation from other departments in case of need.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
In addition to measuring the effectiveness, continuity and quality of the services related to language and speech therapy, it also conducts training and practice studies on language and speech science.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Performs his/her duties of expertise in the eyes of judicial authorities and private and government agencies.
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Enables the development of professional standards and policies, determines planning and execution of the assessment and rehabilitation approaches, identifies the efficient applications of new knowledge-based methods and programs and contributes to improve professional and technical standarts.
3

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 4 56
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 12 3 36
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 6 2 12
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 34 0 106
Total Workload of the Course Unit 106
Workload (h) / 25.5 4,2
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 4,0