General Information about the Course

Course Code:	IKU-II-217
Course Title:	Postural Awareness
Course Semester:	4. Semester / Spring
Course Credits:	Theoretical Practical Labs Credit ECTS 2 0 2 2
Language of instruction:	EN
Prerequisite of the course:	No
Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:	No
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Level of course:	Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Course Lecturer(s):	Lecturer Fatih BALI
Course Assistants:

Purpose and content of the course

Course Objectives:	To learn the definition of posture, factors affecting posture and postural awareness, and methods to improve posture and postural awareness.
Course Objective:	Students will be able to apply simple posture assessment and basic methods to increase posture and postural awareness.
Mode of Delivery:	E-Learning

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) Learning posture and posture-related definitions.

2) To have basic knowledge of ergonomics and ergonomic regulations.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) Simple posture assessment, application of basic methods to improve posture and postural awareness.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) Having basic level of competence regarding posture and ergonomics and directing to the relevant healthcare unit.

Course Topics

Week	Subject
Related Preparation	Pekiştirme
1)	What is posture? Basic concepts related to posture.
2)	Posture and postural awareness.
3)	Ergonomics and concepts related to ergonomics.
4)	Ergonomic arrangement of the environment, home and workplace.
5)	Exercises that can be used for postural problems
6)	Postural awareness exercises
7)	Relaxing exercises.
8)	Midterm exam
9)	What is scoliosis? Basic concepts about scoliosis.
10)	Scoliosis exercises
11)	What is occupational therapy? The relationship between occupational therapy and social participation.
12)	Ambulation and transfer activities of disabled individuals. Relationship between transfer and ambulation and posture.
13)	Posture and aerobic exercise.
14)	Posture and aerobic exercise-2
15)	Components and evaluation of postural awareness.
16)	Final exam
References: 1. Massion, Jean. "Postural control system." Current opinion in neurobiology 4.6 (1994): 877-887. 2. Otman AS, Köse N. Tedavi Hareketlerinde Temel Değerlendirme Prensipleri. 4. baskı Yücel Ofset Matbaacılık. Ankara, 2008. 3. Cramer, H., Mehling, W.E., Saha, F.J. et al. Postural awareness and its relation to pain: validation of an innovative instrument measuring awareness of body posture in patients with chronic pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 19, 109 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-018-2031-9 4. A. Saadet Otman. Egzersiz Tedavisinde Temel Prensipler ve Yöntemler. 4. baskı 5. Cramer, H., Mehling, W.E., Saha, F.J. et al. Postural awareness and its relation to pain: validation of an innovative instrument measuring awareness of body posture in patients with chronic pain. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 19, 109 (2018).

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4
Program Outcomes
1) Possess theoretical knowledge in the fields of political science, public administration, political history, economics, and law. Is able to compare these disciplines and express analyses effectively in written form. Monitors national and international developments in the field of Political Science and Public Administration and demonstrates knowledge of its fundamental issues and challenges.
2) Utilize the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Political Science and Public Administration to analyze, compare, identify, and interpret data, facts, and problems, and to develop alternative solutions. Is capable of applying both qualitative and quantitative social science research methods.
3) Develop a strong sense of responsibility toward society, the social environment, and oneself.
4) Conduct independent studies on issues related to the field of Political Science and Public Administration.
5) Employ effectively research methodologies, analytical thinking skills, and disciplinary knowledge in the field.
6) Demonstrate the ability to critically and objectively evaluate concepts, theories, and global issues.
7) Develop strategies and public policy recommendations through case-based analyses.
8) Possess the ability to conduct interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary analyses, establish connections among different branches of the social sciences, and communicate effectively in at least one foreign language at a level sufficient for professional purposes.
9) Communicate analytical findings and research outcomes effectively through various formats, including academic articles, reports, and presentations.
10) Adapt successfully to professional, academic, and civil society environments.
11) Demonstrate awareness of the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, the preservation of cultural values, environmental sustainability, and occupational health and safety.

Course Teaching, Learning Methods

Q & A
Case Problem Solving/ Drama- Role/ Case Management
Laboratory
Quantitative Problem Solving
Fieldwork
Group Study / Assignment
Individual Assignment
WEB-based Learning
Internship
Practice in Field
Project Preparation
Report Writing
Seminar
Supervision
Social Activity
Occupational Activity
Occupational Trip
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment et.)
Reading
Thesis Preparation
Field Study
Student Club and Council Activities
Other
Logbook
Interview and Oral Conversation
Research
Watching a movie
Bibliography preparation
Oral, inscribed and visual knowledge production
Taking photographs
Sketching
Mapping and marking
Reading maps
Copying textures
Creating a library of materials
Presentation

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Attendance		% 0
Laboratory		% 0
Application		% 0
Practice Exam		% 0
Quizzes		% 0
Homework Assignments		% 0
Presentation		% 0
Project		% 0
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)		% 0
Field Study		% 0
Article Critical		% 0
Article Writing		% 0
Module Group Study		% 0
Brainstorming		% 0
Role Playing + Dramatizing		% 0
Out of Class Study		% 0
Preliminary Work, Reinforcement		% 0
Application Repetition etc.		% 0
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)		% 0
Project Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Report Preparation + Presentation		% 0
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting		% 0
Oral examination		% 0
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
Practical Final		% 0
Report Submission		% 0
Bütünleme		% 0
Bütünleme Pratik		% 0
Kanaat Notu		% 0
Committee		% 0
Yazma Ödev Dosyası		% 0
Portfolio		% 0
Take-Home Exam		% 0
Logbook		% 0
Participation		% 0
Discussion		% 0
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 60
total		% 100

Calculation of Workload and ECTS Credits

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Laboratory
Application
Practice Exam
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class	14	14
Article Critical
Article Writing
Module Group Study
Brainstorming
Role Playing + Dramatizing
Out-of-Class Study (Pre-study, Reinforcement, Practice Review, etc.)	14	14
Homework (reading, writing, watching movies, etc.)
Project Preparation + Presentation
Report Preparation + Presentation
Presentation / Seminar Preparation + Presenting
Oral examination
Preparing for Midterm Exams	7	8
MIDTERM EXAM (Visa)	1	1
Preparing for the General Exam	7	8
GENERAL EXAM (Final)	1	1
Participation
Discussion
Portfolio
Take-Home Exam
Logbook
Total Workload		74
ECTS (30 saat = 1 AKTS )		2