BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| DKT2010 | Voice Disorders: Evaluation and Therapy | Spring Fall |
2 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | Turkish |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. İBRAHİM CAN YAŞA |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | 1. Practical Workshops - Evaluation Workshop: Practical use of tools for assessing voice disorders (laryngoscopy, acoustic analysis software). - Therapy Techniques Practice: Practicing resonance therapy, breathing exercises, and manual therapy techniques. - Biofeedback Utilization: Conducting voice therapy practices using feedback systems. 2. Clinical Observations and Field Studies - Clinical Visits: Observing sessions of expert therapists treating voice disorders. - Working with Professional Voice Users: Applications with singers, teachers, or announcers. - Field Research: Conducting field studies to identify voice hygiene and misuse habits. 3. Case Discussions and Analysis Sessions - Simulated Case Studies: Evaluating individuals with various types of voice disorders and developing therapy plans. - Real Case Reviews: Discussing real cases from clinical experiences. 4. Multidisciplinary Interaction and Collaboration - Multidisciplinary Work Groups: Collaborating with ENT specialists, psychologists, physiotherapists, and other experts. - Team-Based Case Studies: Simulating case management with students from different disciplines. 5. Research and Literature Review - Reviewing Current Research: Discussing recent studies on voice disorders. - Evidence-Based Projects: Investigating the scientific basis of techniques used in therapy. - Article Presentations: Students reviewing and presenting academic articles on selected topics in class. 6. Technology-Assisted Education and Analysis - Training in Acoustic Analysis Programs: Detailed use of software like PRAAT and LingWAVES. - Digital Resources and Platforms: Online voice therapy techniques, video analysis, and digital training materials. 7. Performance and Application Evaluation - Individual Presentations: Students presenting their case evaluations and therapy suggestions in class. - Group Projects: Preparing a research or application project on voice disorders as a team. |
| Course Objectives: | The course "Voice Disorders: Assessment and Therapy" aims to understand the physiological, psychological, and acoustic components of the voice, as well as to learn the methods used in the evaluation and treatment of voice disorders. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; - Gaining detailed knowledge of the anatomical structures and physiological processes involved in voice production. - Acquiring the ability to identify, classify, and differentiate organic, functional, and neurogenic voice disorders. - Effectively utilizing tools and methods used in the assessment of voice disorders (e.g., acoustic analysis, laryngoscopy, voice analysis software). - Learning therapy techniques used in the treatment of voice disorders and applying them specifically to individual needs. - Developing and implementing personalized therapy plans based on the evaluation results for individuals with voice disorders. - Learning to collaborate with other disciplines involved in the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders and reflecting this approach in clinical practices. - Developing the ability to follow, evaluate, and apply evidence-based practices and current research in the field of voice disorders. - Providing necessary information to individuals with voice disorders and their families, effectively managing the process, and adopting a professional approach. |
Course Content
| Week 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Voice - Anatomical structures involved in voice production (larynx, vocal cords, respiratory tract). - Voice production mechanism (phonation, resonance, articulation). - Physiological functioning of normal voice. Week 2: Acoustic Properties and Evaluation of Voice - Frequency, intensity, and spectral characteristics of the voice. - Acoustic analysis tools and basic concepts. - Voice measurement methods and basic applications. Week 3: Introduction to Voice Disorders - Definition and classification of voice disorders. - General characteristics of organic, functional, and neurogenic voice disorders. - Symptoms and causes of voice disorders. Week 4: Organic Voice Disorders - Organic disorders such as nodules, polyps, cysts, laryngeal cancer. - Evaluation and treatment of organic voice disorders. Week 5: Functional Voice Disorders - Functional aphonia, hypofunction, and hyperfunction. - Causes and treatment approaches for functional voice disorders. Week 6: Neurogenic Voice Disorders - Neurogenic disorders such as Parkinson's disease, paralysis, spasmodic dysphonia, tremor. - Diagnosis and treatment methods for neurogenic voice disorders. Week 7: Evaluation of Voice Disorders I - Subjective evaluation methods (VHI, GRBAS scales). - Evaluation using laryngoscopy and endoscopy. - Use of acoustic analysis programs. Week 8: Evaluation of Voice Disorders II - Phonation and respiratory tests. - Recording and reporting methods. - Evaluation exercises through case studies. Week 9: Introduction to Voice Therapy - What is voice therapy? - General approaches and goals of voice therapy. - Importance of voice hygiene education and lifestyle changes. Week 10: Voice Therapy Techniques I - Breathing therapy and supportive exercises. - Resonance-focused therapy techniques. - Gentle phonation techniques. Week 11: Voice Therapy Techniques II - Feedback methods (biofeedback). - Manipulative and manual therapy techniques. - Development of specific therapy protocols. Week 12: Voice Disorders in Special Groups - Voice disorders and treatment approaches in children. - Voice problems and therapies for professional voice users. - Changes in voice and approaches for elderly individuals. Week 13: Multidisciplinary Approach and Current Research - Importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders. - Coordination with ENT specialists, psychologists, and other professionals. - Evaluation of current research and evidence-based practices. Week 14: Case Studies and Final Assessment - Case studies for evaluation and therapy planning. - General review of the course. - Final exam or project presentation. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Week 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Voice - Anatomical structures involved in voice production (larynx, vocal cords, respiratory tract). - Voice production mechanism (phonation, resonance, articulation). - Physiological functioning of normal voice. | Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. |
| 2) | Week 2: Acoustic Properties and Evaluation of Voice - Frequency, intensity, and spectral characteristics of the voice. - Acoustic analysis tools and basic concepts. - Voice measurement methods and basic applications. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. |
| 3) | Week 3: Introduction to Voice Disorders - Definition and classification of voice disorders. - General characteristics of organic, functional, and neurogenic voice disorders. - Symptoms and causes of voice disorders. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. |
| 4) | Week 4: Organic Voice Disorders - Organic disorders such as nodules, polyps, cysts, laryngeal cancer. - Evaluation and treatment of organic voice disorders. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. |
| 5) | Week 5: Functional Voice Disorders - Functional aphonia, hypofunction, and hyperfunction. - Causes and treatment approaches for functional voice disorders. | Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 6) | Week 6: Neurogenic Voice Disorders - Neurogenic disorders such as Parkinson's disease, paralysis, spasmodic dysphonia, tremor. - Diagnosis and treatment methods for neurogenic voice disorders. | Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 7) | Week 7: Evaluation of Voice Disorders I - Subjective evaluation methods (VHI, GRBAS scales). - Evaluation using laryngoscopy and endoscopy. - Use of acoustic analysis programs. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. |
| 8) | A midterm exam will be conducted. | |
| 9) | Week 9: Evaluation of Voice Disorders II - Phonation and respiratory tests. - Recording and reporting methods. - Evaluation exercises through case studies. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 10) | Week 10: Introduction to Voice Therapy - What is voice therapy? - General approaches and goals of voice therapy. - Importance of voice hygiene education and lifestyle changes. | Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 11) | Week 11: Voice Therapy Techniques I - Breathing therapy and supportive exercises. - Resonance-focused therapy techniques. - Gentle phonation techniques. | Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 12) | Week 12: Voice Therapy Techniques II - Feedback methods (biofeedback). - Manipulative and manual therapy techniques. - Development of specific therapy protocols. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 13) | Week 13: Voice Disorders in Special Groups - Voice disorders and treatment approaches in children. - Voice problems and therapies for professional voice users. - Changes in voice and approaches for elderly individuals. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 14) | Week 13: Multidisciplinary Approach and Current Research - Importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders. - Coordination with ENT specialists, psychologists, and other professionals. - Evaluation of current research and evidence-based practices. | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| 15) | Week 15: Case Studies and Final Assessment - Case studies for evaluation and therapy planning. - General review of the course. - Final exam or project presentation. |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
| References: | Christine Sapienza, & Bari Hoffman. (2022). Voice Disorders, Fourth Edition. Plural Publishing, Inc. Hartnick, C. J., & Boseley, M. E. (2008). Pediatric Voice Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment. Plural Publishing, Inc. Kılınç, M.A. ve Oğuz H. (2012). Klinik ses bozuklukları. Adana Nobel Kitabevi. Welch, D. (2016). Voice Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment Approaches and Long-term Outcomes. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 12 | % 10 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 13 | 4 | 52 |
| Midterms | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Workload | 54 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| 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 Speech and Language Therapy field systematically for practice. | 5 |
| 2) | To have theoretic and practical knowledge for individual's, family's and the community's health promotion and protection. | 5 |
| 3) | To use information and health technologies in practice and research in the field of Speech and Language Therapy. | 5 |
| 4) | To communicate effectively with advisee, colleagues for effective professional relationships. | 5 |
| 5) | To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. | 4 |
| 6) | To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. | 5 |
| 7) | To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. | 5 |
| 8) | To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. | 5 |
| 9) | To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. | 3 |
| 10) | To take responsibility and participate in the processes actively for training of other therapist, education of health professionals and individuals about speech and languege therapy. | 3 |
| 11) | To carry out speech and languge therapy practices considering cultural differences and different health needs of different groups in the community. | 5 |