COURSE UNIT TITLE

Offered By

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Level of Course Unit

Third Cycle Programmes (Doctorate Degree)

Course Coordinator

PROFESSOR DOCTOR ARZU GENÇ

Offered to

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Course Objective

The course aims to examine the effects of obesity on motor control mechanisms. Understanding the impact of obesity on the movement system and developing solutions for these effects are the primary objectives of the course.

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

Mode of Delivery

Face -to- Face

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

None

Recomended Optional Programme Components

None

Course Contents

Recomended or Required Reading

Physical Activity and Obesity. Claude Bouchard & Peter T. Katzmarzyk.
Obesity Prevention and Treatment. James M. Rippe & John P. Foreyt.
Nutrition and Exercise in Obesity Management. Phillip K. Wilson & Henry S. Miller.
Clinical Obesity in Adults and Children. Peter G. Kopelman, Ian D. Caterson & William H. Dietz.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Student Presentations and Feedback:
Students will give presentations on topics related to obesity and motor control mechanisms.
Presentations will be improved through instructor and peer feedback.
Problem-Based Learning :
Case scenarios covering the effects of obesity on motor control will be examined.
Students will develop problem-solving skills by evaluating clinical cases.
Group Studies and Projects:
Students will conduct group studies and research projects on current topics related to obesity and motor control, allowing for in-depth exploration.
Discussion and Critical Thinking:
Scientific articles will be analyzed, and the effects of obesity on motor skills and neurophysiological mechanisms will be discussed.
Students will engage in interactive discussions to enhance critical thinking skills.

Assessment Methods

Further Notes About Assessment Methods

None

Assessment Criteria

The student's success in presentations, assignments, and exams will be evaluated.

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Course Policies and Rules

To be announced.

Contact Details for the Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. Arzu GENÇ
e-mail: arzu.genc@deu.edu.tr
Tel: 0 232 412 49 36

Office Hours

To be announced.

Work Placement(s)

None

Workload Calculation

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes