ERG659 - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PEDIATRICS

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)		 Application
(hours/week)		 Credit ECTS
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PEDIATRICS ERG659 1st Semester 3 2 4 7
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Team/Group Work
Drill and Practice
Case Study
Project Design/Management
 
Instructor (s)Mine Uyanık PhD Prof., Gonca Bumin PhD Prof., Esra Akı PhD Prof.,Gamze Ekici ÇaÄŸlar PhD Prof., ÇiÄŸdem Öksüz PhD Prof., Meral Huri PhD. Assoc. Prof., , Sedef Åžahin, PhD. Assoc. Prof., Gökçen Akyürek PhD. Assoc. Prof., Onur AltuntaÅŸ, PhD , Assoc. Prof., Hatice AbaoÄŸlu PhD , Assoc. Prof.,, Orkun Tahir Aran PhD , Assoc. Prof., 
Course objectiveThe aim of this course is to analyse, compare and discuss occupational theories and models used in different pediatric disorders and It is aimed to plan and implement a research on occupational therapy applications in pediatrics. 
Learning outcomes
  1. Describe role of occupational therapis in pediatric rehabilitation
  2. Describe bacis theories for pediatric occupational therapy interventions
  3. Analyse, synthesize and apply pediatric occupational therapy theories and models
  4. Analyse and compare pediatric occupational therapy assessment methods
  5. Critic and discuss occupational therapy literature related with pediatric rehabilitation
  6. Plan and implement an evidence based research on occupational therapy applications in pediatrics.
Course ContentAssessment methods in pediatric occupational therapy
Investigation of practice models with case analysis
Practice models in clinical cases
Research planning and implementation 
ReferencesBumin G. Çocuklarda Ergoterapi, Hipokrat Yayınevi 2018
Kielhofner, G. (2009). Conceptual Foundations of Occupational Therapy, 4th edition. Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis
Case-Smith, J., & O?Brien, J. (Eds.). (2010). Occupational therapy for children. (6th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby.
Kramer, P., & Hinojosa, J. (2010). Frames of reference for pediatric occupational therapy. (3rd ed.). Baltimore: Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkens. 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Foundations of pediatric occupational therapy
Week 2Interdisciplinary work in pediatric rehabilitation
Week 3Development of childhood occupations
Week 4Family role in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 5Investigation of theories and models in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 6Investigation of theories and models in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 7Case analysis and practice Research planning
Week 8Case analysis and practice
Week 9 Assessment methods in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 10 Assessment methods in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 11Case analysis and practice
Week 12 Intervention strategies in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 13 Intervention strategies in pediatric occupational therapy
Week 14Case analysis and practice
Week 16Final Examination

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance1410
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments1410
Presentation1410
Project010
Seminar1410
Midterms00
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application14228
Specific practical training000
Field activities10550
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14456
Presentation / Seminar Preparation5315
Project339
Homework assignment224
Midterms (Study duration)000
Final Exam (Study duration) 166
Total Workload6328210

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Acquires advanced evidence-based knowledge in occupational therapy, enhancing health and life quality holistically.    X
2. Understands occupational therapy's approaches, thinks independently in health and rehabilitation, identifies research needs, and develops projects with various methods. X   
3. Comprehends occupational therapy's dynamic nature, becoming skilled as an educator, manager, and researcher using technology and languages. X   
4. Adheres to occupational therapy's ethical standards and professional independence.     
5. Engages in interdisciplinary work, supervises students in clinical settings, and manages roles within occupational therapy.     
6. Develops services to meet community needs while adhering to lifelong learning and teaching principles. X   
7. Critically evaluates knowledge on rehabilitation models, enhances collaboration across disciplines, and promotes the profession. X   
8. Develops policies supporting societal participation of marginalized groups like street children, immigrants, and the homeless.     
9. Analyzes the impact of social, cultural, and economic factors on societal participation and organizes health-improving educational activities.  X  
10. Gains deep knowledge of occupational therapy's dimensions, critically assesses field information, and proposes creative solutions.   X 

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest