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Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI291

Course Name:

Holistic Approach in Science

Semester:

Spring
Fall

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Yes

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. EBRU NUR AY

Course Lecturer(s):

Asst. Prof. Ebru Nur AY

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	This course aims to teach a holistic approach model in science and to raise awareness about the subject, especially among researchers. In addition, it also aims to ensure that our students can approach holistic perspective and methodology for his/her future scientific studies in their research field.
Course Content:	An elective course that provides a holistic perspective in science, research approaches, and methodologies skills. It is a weekly 2-hour course.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) What is science? defines the answer to the question.
2) Understands the Importance of Scientific Knowledge and the Role of Scientist.
3) Knows what Research Methods and Techniques are and tries to apply them.
5) Defines and tries to apply the Qualitative Research Approach.
6) Gains knowledge about Multiple Holistic Information Models.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the Course, Objective of the Course and Learning Objectives	Lecturer notes
2)	What is Science?	Lecturer notes
3)	The Importance of Scientific Knowledge and the Role of Scientists	Lecturer notes
4)	Research Methods and Techniques	Lecturer notes
5)	Qualitative Research Approach I	Lecturer notes
6)	Qualitative Research Approach II	Lecturer notes
7)	Multiple Holistic Information Models	Lecturer notes
8)	Midterm exam
9)	Student presentation
10)	Student presentation
11)	Student presentation
12)	Student presentation
13)	Student presentation
14)	Student presentation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Öğretim üyesi notları/ Instructor notes
References:	Öğretim üyesi notları/ Instructor notes

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	5	6
Program Outcomes
1) When Istinye University Faculty of Medicine student is graduated who knows the historical development of medicine, medical practices, and the medical profession and their importance for society.
2) knows the normal structure and function of the human body at the level of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and systems.
3) is capable of systematically taking an accurate and effective social and medical history from their patients and make a comprehensive physical examination.
4) knows the laboratory procedures related to diseases; In primary care, the necessary material (blood, urine, etc.) can be obtained from the patient with appropriate methods and can perform the necessary laboratory procedures for diagnosis and follow-up or request laboratory tests.
5) can distinguish pathological changes in structure and functions during diseases from physiological changes and can Interpret the patient's history, physical examination, laboratory and imaging findings, and arrive at a pre-diagnosis and diagnosis of the patient's problem.
6) knows, plans and applies primary care and emergency medical treatment practices, rehabilitation stages.
7) can keep patient records accurately and efficiently, know the importance of confidentiality of patient information and records, and protects this privacy.
8) knows the clinical decision-making process, evidence-based medicine practices and current approaches.
9) knows and applies the basic principles of preventive health measures and the protection of individuals from diseases and improving health, and recognizes the individual and/or society at risk, undertakes the responsibility of the physician in public health problems such as epidemics and pandemics.
10) knows the biopsychosocial approach, evaluates the causes of diseases by considering the individual and his / her environment.
11) is capable of having effective oral and/or written communication with patients and their relatives, society and colleagues.
12) knows the techniques, methods and rules of researching. It contributes to the creation, sharing, implementation and development of new professional knowledge and practices by using science and scientific method within the framework of ethical rules.
13) can collect health data, analyze them, present them in summary, and prepare forensic reports.
14) knows the place of physicians as an educator, administrator and researcher in delivery of health care. It takes responsibility for the professional and personal development of own and colleagues in all interdisciplinary teams established to increase the health level of the society.
15) knows employee health, environment and occupational safety issues and takes responsibility when necessary.
16) knows health policies and is able to evaluate their effects in the field of application.
17) keeps medical knowledge up-to-date within the framework of lifelong learning responsibility.
18) applies own profession by knowing about ethical obligations and legal responsibilities, prioritizing human values and with self-sacrifice throughout own medical life.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	When Istinye University Faculty of Medicine student is graduated who knows the historical development of medicine, medical practices, and the medical profession and their importance for society.
2)	knows the normal structure and function of the human body at the level of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and systems.
3)	is capable of systematically taking an accurate and effective social and medical history from their patients and make a comprehensive physical examination.
4)	knows the laboratory procedures related to diseases; In primary care, the necessary material (blood, urine, etc.) can be obtained from the patient with appropriate methods and can perform the necessary laboratory procedures for diagnosis and follow-up or request laboratory tests.
5)	can distinguish pathological changes in structure and functions during diseases from physiological changes and can Interpret the patient's history, physical examination, laboratory and imaging findings, and arrive at a pre-diagnosis and diagnosis of the patient's problem.
6)	knows, plans and applies primary care and emergency medical treatment practices, rehabilitation stages.
7)	can keep patient records accurately and efficiently, know the importance of confidentiality of patient information and records, and protects this privacy.
8)	knows the clinical decision-making process, evidence-based medicine practices and current approaches.
9)	knows and applies the basic principles of preventive health measures and the protection of individuals from diseases and improving health, and recognizes the individual and/or society at risk, undertakes the responsibility of the physician in public health problems such as epidemics and pandemics.
10)	knows the biopsychosocial approach, evaluates the causes of diseases by considering the individual and his / her environment.
11)	is capable of having effective oral and/or written communication with patients and their relatives, society and colleagues.
12)	knows the techniques, methods and rules of researching. It contributes to the creation, sharing, implementation and development of new professional knowledge and practices by using science and scientific method within the framework of ethical rules.
13)	can collect health data, analyze them, present them in summary, and prepare forensic reports.
14)	knows the place of physicians as an educator, administrator and researcher in delivery of health care. It takes responsibility for the professional and personal development of own and colleagues in all interdisciplinary teams established to increase the health level of the society.
15)	knows employee health, environment and occupational safety issues and takes responsibility when necessary.
16)	knows health policies and is able to evaluate their effects in the field of application.
17)	keeps medical knowledge up-to-date within the framework of lifelong learning responsibility.
18)	applies own profession by knowing about ethical obligations and legal responsibilities, prioritizing human values and with self-sacrifice throughout own medical life.

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	1	% 60
Midterms	1	% 40
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		%
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	7	14
Study Hours Out of Class	13	52
Presentations / Seminar	6	12
Homework Assignments	13	39
Midterms	1	1
Total Workload		118