YOGA II PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY409	YOGA II	7	3	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 :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. TANER ATASOY
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer MELTEM DÜZGÜN
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The objective of the course is to provide the students the ability of teaching yoga techniques for different levels of development, different age levels and different health experiences and to athletes and the ability to distinguish yoga styles (yoga therapy, restorative yoga, yin yoga).
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; philosophy of yoga, yoga-based body-mind exercises, principles and procedures of preparing a yoga course; content creation for different levels, different age periods, individuals with different health conditions and different sports branches, yoga course auxiliary / support materials and procedures for use, personal attitude and ethical characteristic of instructor, different yoga styles: yoga therapy, restorative yoga and yin yoga.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define the basic concepts of the eight-level systematic structure of Yoga.
Explain the effects of Yoga on body, mind and mental health.
Practice basic and medium level standing, breathing, relaxation, concentration and meditation techniques specific to yoga.
Teach basic techniques specific to Yoga.
Apply Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Therapy courses at a basic level to strengthen individual's well-being.
Distinguish the similarities and differences in the procedures of Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Therapy practices.
Prepare a yoga course plan for individuals with different characteristics.
Prepare a yoga course plan for athletes in different disciplines.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Examination of Yoga Philosophy and Yoga-Based Body-Mind Exercises	Narration, question-response, demonstration method
2	Reading book chapter related with the subject and video viewing	Examination of Yoga-Based Body-Mind Exercises; Stand and Sit Positions-Anatomy -Modifications / Corrections / Pranayama 'Breathing Techniques' (Breathing Awareness), Concentration and Meditation Techniques and Deep Relaxation exercises	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
3	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Yoga Breathing, Concentration, Meditation and Relaxation Techniques Planning for Different Levels; Front and Back Bending Positions -Anatomy -Modifications / Corrections / Pranayama 'Breath Techniques' (Different Level / Rhythm Breathing Techniques via Oral and Nasal Respiration), Concentration and Meditation Techniques, Deep Relaxation exercises	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
4	Reading book chapter related with the subject and video viewing	Examination of Yoga Positions and Techniques for Different Age Groups; Supine and Face Down Positions- Anatomy- Modifications/ Corrections / Pranayama 'Breathing Techniques' (Different Level / Breathing Breath Techniques via Oral and Nasal Respiration) Concentration and Meditation Techniques, Deep Relaxation exercises	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
5	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Evaluation of Yoga Postures and Techniques for Different Age Groups and Examination of Sample Plans; Transitions and Balance Positions -Anatomy -Modifications / Corrections / (Refreshing-Wellness Breathing Techniques), Concentration and Meditation Techniques, Deep Relaxation exercises	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
6	Video viewing and interpretation	Examination of Yoga Positions and Techniques for Individuals with Different Health Conditions; Hip Expanding and Abdominal Strengthening Positions -Anatomy-Modifications / Corrections / Pranayama 'Breathing Techniques' (Breathing Techniques for Tranquility and Relaxation), Concentration and Meditation Techniques, Deep Relaxation exercises	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
7	Reading book chapter related with the subject and video viewing	Rating of Yoga Stance and Techniques for Individuals with Different Health Conditions and Sample Plans	Narration, question and answer, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Video viewing and interpretation	Yoga Course Auxiliary / Support Materials and Procedures of Use; Yoga Practice with Materials and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
10	Reading book chapter related with the subject and examination of existing exercise plans	The Principles and Procedures of Preparing a Yoga Course Plan, Lesson Plan Preparation Samples	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
11	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Personal Attitude and Ethical Principle of Yoga Instructor; Elements of Yoga Class and Teaching-Learning Techniques in Yoga and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied individual and group work
12	Reading book chapter related with the subject and video viewing	Basic Characteristics of Formation of Yoga Course Contents Specific for Different Sport Branches, Examination of Techniques to be Prioritized and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied group and pair work
13	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Different Yoga Styles: Basic Characteristics and Techniques of Yoga Therapy Course, Examination of Sample Lesson Plans and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied group and pair work
14	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Different Yoga Styles: Basic Properties and Techniques of Restorative Yoga Course, Examination of Sample Lesson Plans and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied group and pair work
15	Visual and printed literature review and video viewing	Different Yoga Styles: Basic Characteristics and Techniques of Yin Yoga Course, Examination of Sample Lesson Plans and Micro Course Presentations	Narration, question and answer, discussion, demonstration method, applied group and pair work
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Worby C. (2005). Her Yönüyle Yoga. Arkadaş Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Kaminoff, L. Ve Matthews, A. (2012). Yoga Anatomi. Sistem Yayıncılık, İstanbul.
Iyengar, B.K.S. (2014). Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health. Durling Kinderslay, London.
Kirk, M. (2006). Hatha Yoga Illustrated. Human Kinetics, HongKong.
Göcek, Ö. (2009). Çocuklarla Yoga Hareketleri ve Sağlıklı Yaşam. Kaknüs Yayınları, İstanbul.
Ratfish, G. (2015). Gebelikten Anneliğe Yoga: Ebeveynliğe Bedensel, Zihinsel ve Ruhsal Hazırlık. Nobel Tıp Kitapevleri, İstanbul.

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
2

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1
2
3
4

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1
2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1
2

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1
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	4	56
Preliminary & Further Study	13	3	39
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	8	2	16
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	43	0	125