YOGA I PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY219	YOGA I	3	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. MEHMET SOYAL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer MELTEM DÜZGÜN-Assist.Prof. RABİA ÖZCAN KAYACI
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The objective of this course to help students gain the skills of yoga postures, breathing and relaxation techniques, concentration and meditation techniques.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Contents of the course include; basic concepts and contents of yoga, philosophy of yoga, yoga schools, movement, respiration, relaxation, concentration and meditation practices which constitute the bases of yoga system, personal attitude and ethical principles of yoga trainer. customized yoga classes: yoga for children, yoga for pregnant women and yoga for adults over 50 years.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Define basic concepts related with Yoga
Tell the historical development of Yoga
Explain the yoga philosophy with its basic contents.
Apply the Yoga positions at basic level
Apply basic level breathing and relaxation techniques specific to Yoga.
Apply basic level concentration and meditation techniques specific to yoga.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Explanation of the course, purpose and content of the course, history of the yoga and necessary definitions	Narration and demonstration method
2	Video viewing	Auxiliary apparatus used in yoga	Narration and demonstration method
3	Literature review	Yoga exercises planning methods and stages	Narration and demonstration method
4	International Yoga Federation official site review	Yoga types: hatha, karma, raja etc.	Demonstration method and application studies
5	Reading book chapter related with the subject and video viewing	Yoga breathing techniques and types of Yoga meditation	Demonstration method and application studies
6	Literature review	Hatha yoga introduction and practice: Hatha yoga practice studies	Demonstration method and application studies
7	Video viewing	Special posture techniques for the Hatha yoga	Demonstration method and application studies
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Video viewing	Special breathing techniques for the Hatha yoga	Demonstration method and application studies
10	Video viewing	Deep relaxation techniques in Yoga	Demonstration method and application studies
11	Video viewing	Face Yoga: different mimic studies	Group study method and application studies
12	Reading related articles, summarizing	Heart yoga: yoga practices to support post-illness care	Demonstration method and application studies
13	Reading related articles, summarizing	Child yoga: child-specific posture techniques	Demonstration method and application studies
14	Literature review and video viewing	Different music selection methods for different yoga types	Demonstration method and application studies
15	Preparation of Project work	Preparation for final examination	Group study and repetition method
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	Student will be able to identify the concepts related to Physical Education and Sports Sciences.	0

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to discuss training organization and its functioning with the knowledge gained in the subjects such as performance measurement, training plan preparation, talent selection and technical-tactical training.			2
2	Student will be able to describe and relate the concepts of physical education and sports science with the theories of training science.		1

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to identify the needs for sports activities of groups with different characteristics, such as age, gender, and persons with special needs.				3
2	Student will be able to analyze data and results for current applications in the field of Training science by using scientific research methods and techniques.				3

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.		1
2	Student will be able to solve the problems related to sport sciences and coaching profession applications with a critical and inquisitive point of view, based on knowledge of the literature he/she has.			2
3	Student will be able to choose the appropriate training method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the training program by taking these differences into consideration.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to administer projects, activities, social and sports activities in collaborative group studies and to solve possible problems that might be encountered within the process.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with coaching.				3
2	Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.						5
3	Student will be able to develop the teaching skills required by the profession according to different teaching methods.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.				3
2	Student will be able to use his/her knowledge and competence in coaching practices more effectively with his/her social life and communication skills in sports activities, organizations and studies carried out at national and international levels.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to describe accepted ethical values and legal regulations in the field of sport sciences and in social life, and to apply the relevant articles in the legislation in case of need.				3
2	By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to skills selection, performance development, physical activity for sports and special groups for all, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.				3
3	By using personality traits with the social skills required by the coaching profession; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.						5
4	Student will be able to administer technical and tactical skills in the relevant performance sports and selected sports branches that he / she determines as his / her area of expertise, and to formulate specific training programs for the branch.				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	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