SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY (MASTER) (WITH THESIS)
Qualification Awarded	Program Süresi	Toplam Kredi (AKTS)	Öğretim Şekli	Yeterliliğin Düzeyi ve Öğrenme Alanı
Master's ( Second Cycle) Degree	2	120	FULL TIME	TYÇ, TR-NQF-HE, EQF-LLL, ISCED (2011):Level 7 QF-EHEA:Second Cycle TR-NQF-HE, ISCED (1997-2013): 72

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

3010002033

Ders İsmi:

Cerebral Palsy and Other Neurological Disorders

Ders Yarıyılı:

Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Labs	Credit	ECTS
3	0	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Other Recommended Topics for the Course:

It is recommended that students review neuroanatomical structures and cranial nerve examination prior to the course, consider "Family-Centered Approach" principles during assessment processes, and keep abreast of current assistive technologies.

Type of course:

Anabilim Dalı/Lisansüstü Seçmeli

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Merve SAVAŞ

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:

The primary objective of this course is to provide an in-depth examination of the etiology, pathophysiology, and clinical classifications of cerebral palsy (CP) and other childhood neurological disorders. The course aims to enable students to assess accompanying language, speech, feeding, and swallowing disorders within the framework of differential diagnosis, develop evidence-based intervention strategies, and understand the role of the speech and language therapist within a multidisciplinary team.

Course Content:

Definition, prevalence, and risk factors of cerebral palsy; clinical presentation according to motor types (spastic, dyskinetic, ataxic, mixed); childhood dysarthria and speech motor control disorders; neurogenic language disorders; pediatric dysphagia and safe feeding strategies; planning of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems; early intervention approaches in neurological disorders; the impact of comorbid cognitive and sensory deficits on communication; case management within the framework of the ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health).

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Defines the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical types, and accompanying medical/neurological conditions of cerebral palsy and other childhood neurological disorders.
2) Performs differential diagnosis by analyzing motor speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing problems in children with neurological disorders using standardized and informal methods.
3) Develops evidence-based speech and language therapy intervention programs tailored to the individual`s functional needs, considering the motor, cognitive, and sensory profiles of the cases.
4) Identifies and integrates appropriate Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) technologies and strategies into the clinical practice process for neurological cases where verbal communication is severely limited.
5) Assumes the role of the speech and language therapist within the multidisciplinary team required for neurological rehabilitation and conducts evidence-based counseling processes for families within the framework of ethical
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Cerebral Palsy: Definition, Historical Perspective, and Overview	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
2)	Etiology, Risk Factors, and Neuropathology	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
3)	Clinical Classification: Motor Types (Spastic, Dyskinetic, Ataxic, and Mixed)	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
4)	Motor Speech Disorders in Cerebral Palsy: Childhood Dysarthria	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
5)	Language, Communication, and Cognitive Development Profiles	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
6)	Assessment Protocols, GMFCS, and Communication Function Classification System (CFCS)	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
7)	Midterm	Midterm
8)	Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding Disorders: Assessment and Management	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
9)	Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Strategies	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
10)	Early Intervention Approaches and Neuroplasticity	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
11)	Impact of Comorbid Sensory and Orthopedic Issues on Communication	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
12)	Evidence-Based Therapy Techniques and Functional Goal Setting	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
13)	Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Family Training, and Case Discussions	Duffy, J. R. (2020). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management (4th ed.). Elsevier Health Sciences. Pennington, L., & Parker, N. K. (2023). Speech and Language Therapy for Children with Cerebral Palsy. In: Cerebral Palsy: A Multidisciplinary Approach. Mac Keith Press. Arvedson, J. C., Lefton-Greany, R., & Arvedson, L. C. (2020). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing. Hustad, K. C., Mahr, T. J., Natzke, P., & Rathouz, P. J. (2022). "Speech and Language Development in Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Longitudinal Study". Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 65(1), 35-51. Novak, I., et al. (2020). "State of the Evidence Traffic Lights 2019: Systematic Review of Interventions for Children with Cerebral Palsy". Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 101(11), 2004-2033. EACD (European Academy of Childhood Disability) (2024). Recommendations for Clinical Practice in Cerebral Palsy.
14)	Final	Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Ders kapsamında nörolojik temelli konuşma bozuklukları ve pediatrik rehabilitasyonun temel ilkelerini kapsayan kapsamlı ders notları ve güncel klinik protokoller takip edilecektir. / Within the scope of the course, comprehensive course notes and current clinical protocols covering the fundamental principles of neurogenic speech disorders and pediatric rehabilitation will be followed.

References:

Arvedson, J. C., & Brodsky, L. (2002). Pediatric Swallowing and Feeding: Assessment and Management. Plural Publishing.

Duffy, J. R. (2019). Motor Speech Disorders: Substrates, Differential Diagnosis, and Management. Elsevier Health Sciences.

Love, R. J., & Webb, W. G. (2001). Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist. Butterworth-Heinemann.

Penner, M., Xie, W. Y., Binepal, N., Switzer, L., & Fehlings, D. (2013). "Characteristics of communication impairment in children with cerebral palsy". Paediatrics & Child Health, 18(9), 466-470.

Rosenbaum, P., & Rosenbloom, L. (2012). Cerebral Palsy: From Diagnosis to Adult Life. Mac Keith Press.

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Defines, recognizes and uses the necessary equipment to evaluate language, speech, voice and swallowing disorders. Makes the necessary applications for language and speech disorders.
2) Makes the necessary evaluations, definitions and planning by using theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to the field of speech and language therapy.
3) It considers and respects individual differences, beliefs, customs and traditions.
4) Applies the knowledge and skills learned in the field of speech and language therapy within the framework of ethical principles, changes the practice when necessary and ends the process.
5) It contributes to the production of health policies in accordance with the changing and diversifying health needs of the society in the field of language and speech therapy, and takes initiatives to protect public health.
6) It organizes services in the field of speech and language therapy effectively and adequately, manages and analyzes the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of quality and organizational function, and produces solutions in line with information and evidence against problems.
7) It carries out professional and academic studies independently by using its knowledge and works in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field and takes responsibility.
8) Participates in research and project applications in the field of speech and language therapy by following technological developments.
9) It determines the differences and needs of individuals in daily life, the ways of meeting these needs and their daily activities and determines the practices that will increase the quality of life in this direction and takes part in the regulations.
10) It fulfills all the responsibilities required by its professional performance, combines and integrates its knowledge and practices in the field of language and speech therapy and adopts lifelong learning.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Defines, recognizes and uses the necessary equipment to evaluate language, speech, voice and swallowing disorders. Makes the necessary applications for language and speech disorders.
2)	Makes the necessary evaluations, definitions and planning by using theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to the field of speech and language therapy.
3)	It considers and respects individual differences, beliefs, customs and traditions.
4)	Applies the knowledge and skills learned in the field of speech and language therapy within the framework of ethical principles, changes the practice when necessary and ends the process.
5)	It contributes to the production of health policies in accordance with the changing and diversifying health needs of the society in the field of language and speech therapy, and takes initiatives to protect public health.
6)	It organizes services in the field of speech and language therapy effectively and adequately, manages and analyzes the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of quality and organizational function, and produces solutions in line with information and evidence against problems.
7)	It carries out professional and academic studies independently by using its knowledge and works in cooperation with other professional groups working in this field and takes responsibility.
8)	Participates in research and project applications in the field of speech and language therapy by following technological developments.
9)	It determines the differences and needs of individuals in daily life, the ways of meeting these needs and their daily activities and determines the practices that will increase the quality of life in this direction and takes part in the regulations.
10)	It fulfills all the responsibilities required by its professional performance, combines and integrates its knowledge and practices in the field of language and speech therapy and adopts lifelong learning.

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Course
Homework
Staj/Yerinde Uygulama

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Homework

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Paper Submission	1	% 60
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		%
total		% 100