Information Package

Speech and Language Therapy Program

DKT308

FEEDING-SWALLOWING DISORDERS PLANNING AND INTERVENTION

Course Code
DKT308
Semester
Sixth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
1 + 1
ECTS
2
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study3
SemesterSixth Term (Spring)
ECTS2
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Interprets the results of comprehensive evaluation in feeding-swallowing disorders.
  2. Prepares a speech-language therapy program for feeding-swallowing disorders.
  3. Lists the points to be considered in planning for feeding-swallowing disorders.
  4. Comparatively classifies evidence-based methods used in feeding-swallowing disorders.
  5. Designs evidence-based intervention methods for feeding-swallowing disorders in planning.
  6. Applies evidence-based interventions for feeding-swallowing disorders by customizing them to the client.
  7. Monitors and reports the results of evidence-based interventions for feeding-swallowing disorders.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course aims to provide theoretical information and practice on interventions based on differential diagnosis for feeding-swallowing disorders, preparing individualized programs according to the results of the evaluation, and evidence-based intervention initiatives.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Evaluation in feeding-swallowing disorders
2nd Week Differential diagnosis and report interpretation
3rd Week Planning in feeding-swallowing disorders I
4th Week Planning in feeding-swallowing disorders II
5th Week Practice
6th Week Practice
7th Week Midterm exam
8th Week Evidence-based interventions in feeding-swallowing disorders I
9th Week Evidence-based interventions in feeding-swallowing disorders II
10th Week Evidence-based interventions in feeding-swallowing disorders III
11th Week Practice
12th Week Practice
13th Week Practice
14th Week Feedbacks
Recommended or Required ReadingJones, B. (2003). Normal and abnormal swallowing: imaging in diagnosis and therapy. Springer.
Saitoh, E. Et al. (2018).Dysphagia evaluation and treatment from the perspective of rehabilitation medicine. Springer.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Problem Solving
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Practice 1 20
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 10 1 10
Preparation for Final exam 1 10 10
Course hours 15 2 30
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 8 8
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework
Total Work Load60
Total Work Load / 30 (h)2
ECTS Credit of the Course2
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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