DKT634 - MOTOR LEARNING and MEMORY

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
MOTOR LEARNING and MEMORY DKT634 2nd Semester 3 0 3 6
PrequisitesNone
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Discussion
Other  
Instructor (s)Assoc. Prof. Dr. AyÅŸen Köse, PhD 
Course objectiveTo teach the main concepts regarding to the motor learning principles, cognitive psychology of memory. 
Learning outcomes
  1. Learns the learning theory and behaviour Learns the cognitive psychology of memory Learns the memory systems and aging and memory Learns the developmental disorders of learning Applying motor learning principles in speech and language patholohies
Course ContentKnows general information about motor learning and memory and related disorders, learns the application of motor learning in speech and language disorders. 
References1. Lieberman D.A., Learning and memory; an integrative approach, 2004. Thomson/Wandsworth.
2. Martinez J.L., Learning and Memory;a biological view,1991, San Diego .
3. Latash M.L.,Lestienne F., Motor Control and Learning, 2006, Springer.
4. Schmidt R.A., Motor learning and performance; a situation-based learning approach, 2008, Human Kinetics
5. Pubmed, related recent articles. 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Learning Theory and Behaviour
Week 2Multiple memory systems, retrieval from memory
Week 3Operant behaviour
Week 4Attention and memory, amnesia
Week 5Motor control theory
Week 6Midterm exam
Week 7Motor learning and memory
Week 8Cognitive operations during learning
Week 9Neurophysiology of motor skills learning
Week 10Aging and memory
Week 11Developmental disorders of learning
Week 12Developmental disorders of learning
Week 13Applying motor learning principles to the speech and language therapy practice
Week 14Applying motor learning principles to the speech and language therapy practice
Week 15General exam preparation
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance1410
Laboratory00
Application1410
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments210
Presentation210
Project00
Seminar00
Midterms010
Final exam050
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
Application000
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14456
Presentation / Seminar Preparation21530
Project11212
Homework assignment21020
Midterms (Study duration)11010
Final Exam (Study duration) 11010
Total Workload3564180

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Analyzes and uses the knowledge reached in the field of Speech and Language Therapy for differential diagnosis, intervention and planning therapy programs.     X
2. Follows theoretical and clinical developments of evaluation and rehabilitation techniques which are spesific in Speech and Language Therapy field. Uses the deep, systematic knowledge and technological equipment specific to the field in different areas of professional and academic work.    X 
3. Uses theoritical and practical concepts in the field of Speech and Language Therapy. Uses the knowledge from different disciplines in problem solving, clinical decision making, planning and execution of researches.     X
4. Makes a research design, takes part in projects, interprets the results of the research by using appropriate statistical methods, writes the report and present it in scientific meetings or publishes the report.   X  
5. Makes necessary cooperation by considering ethical values within the team for the researches related to the field.  X   
6. Plans national and international researches using at least one foreign language.    X
7. Defines learning needs and goals independently, has life long learning and contributes professional education and introduction.   X 
8. Produces project to designate public health and health policies, makes researches and raise public awareness about education, preventive and rehabilitative approaches.  X  
9. Take active role in progression, development and presentation of Speech and Language Therapy science.    X 

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