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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Difference between motor control and motor learning, definition of voluntary movement, anatomical components of the movement system. |
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2) |
CNS vs. PNS; somatic vs. autonomic system; motor signal transmission at cortical, subcortical and spinal levels |
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3) |
Proprioception, mechanoreceptors, somatic sensory pathways; role of sensory inputs in motor planning |
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4) |
Primary motor cortex, premotor area, supplementary motor area; motor homunculus, Brodmann areas |
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5) |
Anatomical lobes, functional regions (vermis, intermediate, lateral); balance, timing and corrective tasks |
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6) |
Spinocerebellar, corticopontocerebellar pathways; ataxia, dysmetria, dysdiadochokinesis. |
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7) |
Midterm exam |
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8) |
Striatum, globus pallidus, substantia nigra, subthalamic nucleus; neurochemical modulation |
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9) |
Motor, limbic and cognitive loops; movement initiation, planning, role in motor learning |
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10) |
Pyramidal system, organization of descending pathways, transmission of motor signal from cortex to muscle |
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11) |
Principles of motor relearning in aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia; effects on logopedic rehabilitation. |
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12) |
Stages of Motor Learning |
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13) |
Case study analysis, symptom-topology mapping, generation of therapeutic strategies for motor learning. |
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14) |
Final Exam |
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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. |
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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. |
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3) |
It considers and respects individual differences, beliefs, customs and traditions. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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8) |
Participates in research and project applications in the field of speech and language therapy by following technological developments. |
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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. |
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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. |
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