- Course Code
- YB110
- Semester
- Second Term (Spring)
- Theory+Practice
- 3 + 0
- ECTS
- 4
| Course Type | Compulsory Course |
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| Course Level | Associate Degree |
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| Year of Study | 1 |
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| Semester | Second Term (Spring) |
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| ECTS | 4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- To learn the definition of aging, aging theories and concepts of aging.
- GUnderstands physiological and psycho-social changes related to old age, and gains information about common problems in old age.
- Learns about national and international old age policies, legislation and relevant institutions/organizations.
- Gains awareness about the place of old age in Turkish culture, the quality of life of elderly individuals and social beliefs about old age.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
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| Course Description | In this course, students will gain knowledge about the definition of old age, theories of aging, physiological and psychosocial changes associated with aging, the current status and epidemiology of aging in Türkiye and worldwide, national and international policies on aging, and laws and regulations concerning older adults. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Introduction to the Course and the History of Gerontology |
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2nd Week |
Definition of Old Age |
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3rd Week |
Definitions of Geriatrics and Gerontology |
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4th Week |
Theories of Aging and Artificial Intelligence |
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5th Week |
Physiological and Psychosocial Changes Associated with Aging |
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6th Week |
The Demographic Status and Epidemiology of Aging in Türkiye and Worldwide |
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7th Week |
Common Problems in Old Age |
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8th Week |
Midterm Exam |
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9th Week |
Quality of Life in Older Adults, Aging, and Environmental Health |
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10th Week |
Common Beliefs About Aging and Ageism |
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11th Week |
National and International Policies on Aging |
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12th Week |
Associations, Institutions, Organizations, and Their Activities Related to Older Adults |
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13th Week |
Laws and Regulations Concerning Older Adults in Türkiye |
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14th Week |
Old Age and the Status of Older Adults in Turkish Culture |
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15th Week |
Review |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Hooyman, N. R., & Kiyak, H. A. (2011). Social Gerontology: A Multidisciplinary Perspective (9th ed.). Pearson.
Fillit, H. M., Rockwood, K., & Young, J. B. (Eds.). (2017). Brocklehurst's Textbook of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology (8th ed.). Elsevier. |
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Questions/Answers
- Discussion
- Presentation
- Lecture
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
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Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
40 |
| Quiz |
1 |
10 |
| Total(%) |
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50 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
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50 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
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50 |
| Total(%) |
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100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
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| Individual or group work |
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| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
50 |
50 |
| Course hours |
15 |
3 |
45 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
15 |
15 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
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| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
1 |
8 |
8 |
| Total Work Load | 120 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 4 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 4 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes
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LO2 |
LO3 |
LO4 |
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| K11 |
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| K13 |
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