| NUTRITION AND DIETETIC (ENGLISH) | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| GEP1630 | Technology Addiction | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | Turkish |
| Type of course: | GE-Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Hybrid |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. GÜNEŞ AKÇA |
| Course Objectives: | To introduce students to the risks of technology addiction; to inform students about the biological, personal and social effects of addictive technologies such as smartphones and the internet; and to raise awareness about preventive mechanisms and coping mechanisms against technology addiction. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Students who can successfully complete this course; 1. The student will be able to master the theories and concepts related to addiction and technology addiction. 2. Students will be able to recognize the subtypes of technology addiction such as smartphone addiction, internet addiction and social media addiction and know the similarities and differences between them. 3. The learner will be able to understand and analyze the effects of addictive technologies such as smartphones and the internet on biological, personal and social life. 4. The learner gains awareness about various preventive mechanisms and ways of coping with technology addiction. 5. The learner comprehends the importance of digital privacy and cyber security concepts in the face of technology addiction. |
| This course emphasizes the importance of conscious use of technology and internet addiction. Topics such as the concept of addiction, digital diseases, social media and gaming addiction will be examined and the physical, psychological and social effects of technology will be discussed. In addition, safe internet use, cyberbullying and digital violence will be addressed and addiction prevention and control strategies will be emphasized. Lecture, group work, individual study, reading, cooperative learning and technology supported learning methods and techniques are used in the course. |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Course Importance Course Expectations | |
| 2) | Concepts of addiction Commitment or addiction? | |
| 3) | Digital diseases Addiction prevention | |
| 4) | The role and importance of technology Physical, psychological and social effects of technology | |
| 5) | Technology addiction-features Misuse of technology When does technology become addictive? | |
| 6) | Internet usage purposes Definition of internet addiction Types of internet addiction Recommendations for controlling internet addiction | |
| 7) | What is safe internet? Recommendations for safe internet use | |
| 8) | Midterm Week | |
| 9) | Social media addiction Social media usage rates The impact of social media addiction on relationships | |
| 10) | Definition of digital game addiction Criteria for digital game addiction The impact of digital game addiction on relationships | |
| 11) | Screen addiction Screen addiction in children | |
| 12) | Cyberbullying Digital violence Recommendations | |
| 13) | Assignment Presentations | |
| 14) | Assignment Presentations |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | |
| References: | Küçükvardar, M. (2020). Teknoloji Bağımlılığı ve Dijital İstila. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Akkaş, İ. (2019). Teknoloji Bağımlılığı. Konya: Eğitim Yayınevi. Öztürk, A. (2021). COVID-19 Pandemi Sürecinde Bilişim Teknolojileri Bağımlılığı. Ağrı İbrahim Çeçen Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü Dergisi, 7 (1), 195-219. |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Presentation | 1 | % 20 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 3 | 24 | 72 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Workload | 120 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | To use theoretic and methodological approach, evidence-based principles and scientific literature in Nutrition and Dietetics field systematically for practice. | 4 |
| 2) | To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection. | 3 |
| 3) | To assess nutritional status of risky groups in nutrition related problems (pregnant, babies, adolescences, elders, etc.) | 5 |
| 4) | To use healthcare, information technologies for Nutrition and Dietetic practice and research. | 4 |
| 5) | To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships. | 4 |
| 6) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | 5 |
| 7) | To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. | 4 |
| 8) | To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. | 3 |
| 9) | To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. | 3 |
| 10) | To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. | 4 |
| 11) | To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other dieticians, education of health professionals and individuals about nutrition. | 5 |
| 12) | To carry out dietetic practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community. | 4 |