DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

Course Code:

1214002023

Ders İsmi:

Sensory Integration in Occupational Therapy

Ders Yarıyılı:

Fall
Spring

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
1	2	2	4

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Type of course:

Bölüm Seçmeli

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Aybüke ERSİN

Course Lecturer(s):

Öğr.Gör. Zeynep ÇORAKCI YAZICIOĞLU

Course Assistants:

Dersin Amaç ve İçeriği

Course Objectives:	This course aims to teach students the theory and applications of sensory integration, enhance their skills in assessing sensory integration issues, and help them learn intervention strategies.
Course Content:	Within the scope of this course, students will be taught sensory integration theory, equipped with practical skills through various assessment tools, enabled to identify sensory integration issues, instructed in intervention strategies, and engaged in hands-on applications.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students will learn fundamental theoretical knowledge on sensory integration and will relate this knowledge to practical scenarios.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) They effectively utilize sensory integration assessment tools and implement strategies aimed at improving individuals' sensory integration skills.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
1) They develop communication strategies to support individuals in coping with sensory integration difficulties.
Learning Competence
1) In occupational therapy, they stay updated on current literature regarding sensory integration and integrate new developments in this field into the learning process.
Field Specific Competence
1) They plan and implement occupational therapy interventions specific to sensory integration difficulties.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) They conduct independent research on sensory integration, develop individualized intervention plans, and effectively implement these plans.

Ders Akış Planı

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Sensory Integration Theory	-
2)	Sensory Systems and Disorders - Tactile System	-
3)	Sensory Systems and Disorders - Vestibular System	-
4)	Sensory Systems and Disorders - Proprioceptive System	-
5)	Sensory Systems and Disorders - Visual, Auditory, Taste, and Olfactory Systems	-
6)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework-1	-
7)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework-2	-
8)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework - Application	-
9)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework - Application	-
10)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework - Application	-
11)	Sensory Integration Reference Framework - Application	-
12)	Student Presentations	-
13)	Student Presentations	-
14)	Student Presentations	-

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

1. Ayres, A. Jean, and Jeff Robbins. Sensory integration and the child: Understanding hidden sensory challenges. Western psychological services, 2005.
2. Schaaf, Roseann Cianciulli, and Zoe Mailloux. Clinician's guide for implementing Ayres sensory integration: Promoting participation for children with autism. Bethesda: AOTA Press, The American Occupational Therapy Association, Incorporated, 2015.
3. Bundy, A. C., Lane, S. J., & Murray, E. A. Sensory Integration: Theory and Practice. F.A. Davis Company, 2002.
4. Parham, L. D., & Mailloux. "Sensory Integration." In J. Case-Smith (Ed.), Occupational Therapy for Children (5th ed), Mosby, 2005.
5. Emmons, Polly, and Liz Anderson. Understanding sensory dysfunction: learning, development and sensory dysfunction in autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities and bipolar disorder. Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2005

References:

Ders - Program Öğrenme Kazanım İlişkisi

Ders Öğrenme Kazanımları	1	2	3	4	5	6
Program Outcomes
1) Has the basic medical knowledge required for evaluations and interventions in the field of ergotherapy.
2) Biopsychosocially evaluates the needs of the person, plans and conducts occupational therapy interventions.
3) Makes occupational therapy applications in order to achieve the most independent level in life activities within the skill and possibilities of the person.
4) It carries out its professional practices within an ethical framework.
5) It makes necessary home, work and social environment arrangements for the independence of the person.
6) It evaluates the person as person-centered and plans her/his interventions accordingly.
7) It works to eliminate the obstacles related to the adaptation of the person to business life and social life.
8) It works in harmony with the multidisciplinary team and makes applications related to occupational therapy.
9) Follows scientific developments related to ergotherapy, constantly updates their knowledge and is open to lifelong learning.
10) Contributes to social arrangements by collaborating with individuals, communities and stakeholders.
11) It respects people's physical, social, cultural and economic differences.
12) Participates in professional, scientific and social meetings, takes an active role in the development and promotion of the occupational therapy profession.
13) Has the ability to develop and execute projects related to occupational therapy field.
14) She/he knows English enough to follow scientific publications.
15) As an occupational therapist, she/he takes responsibility for all her treatments and studies.

Ders - Öğrenme Kazanımı İlişkisi

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has the basic medical knowledge required for evaluations and interventions in the field of ergotherapy.	3
2)	Biopsychosocially evaluates the needs of the person, plans and conducts occupational therapy interventions.	4
3)	Makes occupational therapy applications in order to achieve the most independent level in life activities within the skill and possibilities of the person.	4
4)	It carries out its professional practices within an ethical framework.	3
5)	It makes necessary home, work and social environment arrangements for the independence of the person.	3
6)	It evaluates the person as person-centered and plans her/his interventions accordingly.	5
7)	It works to eliminate the obstacles related to the adaptation of the person to business life and social life.	3
8)	It works in harmony with the multidisciplinary team and makes applications related to occupational therapy.	2
9)	Follows scientific developments related to ergotherapy, constantly updates their knowledge and is open to lifelong learning.	5
10)	Contributes to social arrangements by collaborating with individuals, communities and stakeholders.	1
11)	It respects people's physical, social, cultural and economic differences.	2
12)	Participates in professional, scientific and social meetings, takes an active role in the development and promotion of the occupational therapy profession.	2
13)	Has the ability to develop and execute projects related to occupational therapy field.	1
14)	She/he knows English enough to follow scientific publications.	5
15)	As an occupational therapist, she/he takes responsibility for all her treatments and studies.	5

Öğrenme Etkinliği ve Öğretme Yöntemleri

Anlatım
Bireysel çalışma ve ödevi
Course
Grup çalışması ve ödevi
Labs
Homework
Soru cevap/ Tartışma
Örnek olay çalışması

Ölçme ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Homework
Uygulama
Sunum
Örnek olay sunma

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	1	% 30
Midterms	1	% 30
Semester Final Exam	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	13	13
Laboratory	13	26
Midterms	1	1
Final	1	1
Total Workload		41