Information Package

Speech and Language Therapy Program

DKT416

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICUM IN FLUENCY DISORDERS

Course Code
DKT416
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 1
ECTS
3
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. In cases of speech fluency disorders, selects and applies appropriate assessment methods and analyze the assessment results.
  2. Based on the assessment results, identifies and reports the patient's needs regarding impairment, activity, and participation levels.
  3. Based on the characteristics of the case and the evaluation results, determines short-term and long-term therapy goals.
  4. Plans, implements, evaluates, and reports on a speech fluency disorder therapy program that aligns with the defined goals.
  5. Monitors the progress of the therapy and make clinical decisions regarding the therapy program based on the results obtained.
  6. In the assessment and therapy process for fluency disorders, communicates effectively with experts from different disciplines and apply interdisciplinary working principles.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone.
Course DescriptionThe aim of this course is to enable students to apply the theoretical knowledge and skills they have acquired regarding fluency disorders to clinical practice, to develop case-specific clinical problem-solving and decision-making skills, and to foster an interdisciplinary approach to rehabilitation.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introducing the clinical practice process and reviewing the practice principles
2nd Week Evaluation of patients and implementation of treatment programs
3rd Week Theoretical and practical review of the information obtained
4th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
5th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
6th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
7th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
8th Week Interim Report Presentation
9th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
10th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
11th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
12th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
13th Week Application of evaluation and therapy plan appropriate to the case
14th Week End of term evaluation
15th Week End of term report presentation
Recommended or Required ReadingConture E. Stuttering its nature, diagnosis, treatment, 2001 Allyn&Bacon
Guitar B. Treatment of Stuttering, 2010, Wolters&Kluwer
Ward D, Scaler Scott K.Cluttering: A Handbook of Research, Intervention and Education, 2011, Psychology Press
Yairi, E. & Seery, C.H. Stuttering: Foundations and Clinical Apllications, İkinci Baskı, 2015, Baston Pearson Allyn& Bacon
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
  • Report Preparation
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 45 45
Course hours
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 5 5
Homework
Presentation (including preperation) 2 45 90
Report writing 2 20 40
Performance Practice 15 20 300
Total Work Load480
Total Work Load / 30 (h)16
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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