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PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION (TURKISH)
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
EUR2325 Institutions of EU Fall 3 0 3 4
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Hybrid
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ESRA ALBAYRAKOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. SEMİHA ÖZGÜR ÜNAL ERİŞ
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi YÜKSEL ALPER ECEVİT
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: The main aim of this course is to make a brief introduction to the institutions of the European Union and make the students familiar with their organisation, methods and functions. At the end of the course the students will have an overview of the functioning of the European Union policies, politics involved and relations between the institutions.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The students who have succeeded in this course;

1. Gain an understanding of how integration changed Europe.
2. Gain a knowledge and understanding of different institutions in EU
3. Possess a robust understanding of the decision-making structures at the EU level.
4. Comment on the power dynamics among the EU member states.
5. Grasp working method of EU institutions.

Course Content

This course aims at introducing students the key players in the EU decision-making and how the EU laws are made. It introduces the main institutions of the EU, the issues of membership and representation in these institutions. It will instruct students key players such as European Commission, European Parliament, Council of the EU, Court of Justice and advisory institutions such as Committee of Regions and European Economic and Social Commmittee.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction of the Syllabus and mind mapping technique Course Schedule, Review and Expectations
2) History of European Integration Itsleargning
3) Grand Theories of European Integration: Supranationalism and Intergovernmentalism Sources on itslearning
4) Institutions and Actors: European Commission Sources on Itslearning (Cini, p.42-59, in Warleigh, Cini et al., Chapter 8)
5) Institutions and Actors: The Council of the European Union Sources on Itslearning (Sherington, p. 25-39, in Warleigh, Cini et al., Chapter 9)
6) Institutions and Actors: The European Parliament Sources on Itslearning (Burns, p. 62-79, in Warleigh, Cini et al., Chapter 10)
7) Institutions and Actors: The Courts of the European Union (ECJ and the Court of First Instance) Sources on Itslearning (Hunt, p.103-120, in Warleigh)
8) Institutions and Actors: The Courts of the European Union (The Court of Auditors and the EU Ombudsman) Sources on Itslearning (Giddings et al., 123-160 in Warleigh)
9) Mid-Term Exam
10) Institutions and Actors: Interest Groups and the European Union Sources on Itslearning (Cini et al., Chapter 12)
11) The European Central Bank Sources on Itslearning (Howart, p. 82-98, in Warleigh)
12) Advisory Bodies: The Economic and Social Committee Sources on Itslearning (Alex Warleight, p. 163-175 in Warleigh)
13) Advisory Bodies: The Committee of the Regions Sources on Itslearning (Alex Warleight, p. 177-189 in Warleigh)
14) Mind-Mapping Presentations and submission of Assignment 2: Second Mind-Map

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Weekly readings will be uploaded on ItsLearning at the beginning of the semester. Please note that all book chapters and articles listed on the syllabus are also accessible through the BAU Library.
The PPT files will be shared on ItsLearning following each class.

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Haftalık ders okumalarının tamamı, dönem başında ItsLearning’e yüklenir. Ders izlencesinde yer alan tüm kitap bölümleri ve makalelere BAU Kütüphanesi’nden de erişilebilir.
PowerPoint dosyaları, hafta bazında ve işlenen ders sonrasında ItsLearning’e yüklenir.
References: Articles in Course Package
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İşlenen konularla ilgili Youtube videoları.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 2 % 30
Presentation 1 % 0
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 11 33
Study Hours Out of Class 14 62
Homework Assignments 2 6
Midterms 1 2
Final 1 2
Total Workload 105

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 have theoretical and practical knowledge required to fulfill professional roles and functions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation field. 2
2) To act in accordance with ethical principles and values in professional practice. 1
3) To use life-long learning, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 4
4) To define evidence-based practices and determine problem solving methods in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices, using theories in health promotion, protection and care. 1
5) To take part in research, projects and activities within sense of social responsibility and interdisciplinary approach. 3
6) To have skills for training and consulting according to health education needs of individual, family and the community. 1
7) To be sensitive to health problems of the community and to be able to offer solutions. 3
8) To be able to use skills for effective communication. 5
9) To be able to select and use modern tools, techniques and modalities in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation practices; to be able to use health information technologies effectively. 1
10) To be able to search for literature in health sciences databases and information sources to access to information and use the information effectively. 1
11) To be able to monitor occupational information using at least one foreign language, to collaborate and communicate with colleagues at international level. 1
12) To be a role model with contemporary and professional identity. 4