Speech and Language Therapy Preview
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code:

UNI208

Course Name:

Climate and Action Change

Semester:

Spring

Course Credits:

ECTS

Language of instruction:

Turkish

Course Condition:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

University Elective

Course Level:

Bachelor

TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:First Cycle

EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

E-Learning

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Öğr. Üy. MUSTAFA AYTEKİN

Course Lecturer(s):

Mustafa Aytekin

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:

The aim of this course is to teach the fundamental principles of environmental science and natural resource management; to analyze the scientific basis and current impacts of climate change; to examine and understand key environmental and climate change issues by comparing them with contemporary events; and to enable students to develop an analytical perspective that allows them to relate environmental and climate change topics to their own academic disciplines.

Course Content:

The Environmental and Climate Change course addresses ecosystems, natural resource management, global and local environmental problems, and climate change processes through a holistic approach, beginning with the fundamental concepts of environmental science. Within the scope of the course, key topics such as the concept of environment, ecological processes, environmental ethics, ecosystem services, and waste management are examined. In addition, the components of the climate system, the scientific foundations of climate change, mitigation and adaptation strategies, and nature-based solutions are discussed in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals, environmental indicators, and environmental policies. Throughout the course, alongside global developments, environmental and climate policies in Türkiye are also evaluated. The course aims to enable students to analyze environmental issues from a multidisciplinary perspective.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Explain the fundamental concepts of environmental science and ecological processes.
2) Evaluate the role of ecosystems and ecosystem services in environmental sustainability.
3) Analyze natural resource issues such as water, soil, air, and waste management.
4) Interpret global and local environmental problems in a comparative perspective.
5) Acquire fundamental and up-to-date knowledge on climate change.
6) Examine international organizations related to climate change and their activities.
7) Evaluate climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies within the framework of nature-based solutions.
8) Assess ecosystem services and the benefits they provide in relation to climate change.
9) Interpret sustainable development approaches and environmental indicators.
10) Explain the importance of the fundamental components of the environment at both individual and societal levels, in daily life and for the future.
11) Identify international environmental organizations and agreements.
12) Relate Türkiye’s environmental and climate policies to global processes.

Course Flow Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to the Course, Definition of Environment, and Foundations of Environmental Science	To be given in class
2)	Causes of Environmental Problems and Environmental Ethics	To be given in class
3)	Definition of Ecosystems and Ecological Processes	To be given in class
4)	Ecosystem Services and Land Use	To be given in class
5)	Water Resources and Related Issues	To be given in class
6)	Soil Resources and Air Pollution	To be given in class
7)	Waste Management	To be given in class
8)	Global and Local Environmental Problems I	To be given in class
9)	Global and Local Environmental Problems II	To be given in class
10)	Climate System and Climate Change	To be given in class
11)	Mitigation, Adaptation, and Nature-Based Solutions	To be given in class
12)	Sustainable Development Goals and Indicators	To be given in class
13)	International Organizations and Environmental Agreements	To be given in class
14)	Türkiye’s Environmental and Climate Policies	To be given in class
15)	Final Week
16)	Final Week

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Dersde verilecektir
References:	To be given in class

Course - Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Course Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
Program Outcomes
1) Prepare and implement therapy programs to prevent, evaluate, diagnose and diagnose language and speech disorders by using original theoretical and practical knowledge and equipments acquired in the field. Change or terminate the process and application where necessary.
1) -To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field. -To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to define and analyze problems, to develop solutions based on research and evidence, using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field. - To be able to inform the relevant people and institutions on the issues related to the field; to be able to convey their thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing. - Being able to carry out an advanced study in the field independently.
2) Have the knowledge of teaching programs, teaching strategies, methods and techniques related to language and speech therapy.
3) Comprehends the methods related to the production of scientific knowledge.
4) To apply the historical development of the profession and the acquired knowledge and skills in the field of language and speech disorders according to the principles of professional ethics.
5) Applies the principles of professional development and learning, communication and social skills in the fields of work.
6) Use the acquired knowledge, skills and problem solving skills in the field of language and speech therapy as interdiscipliner, multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary.
7) To be able to conceptualize the events and phenomena related to language and speech therapy; examine with scientific methods and techniques; interpret the data, evaluate, identify problems, analyze, develop solutions based on evidence and research.
8) Participates in all stages of research and project applications by using technological tools and materials in the field of language and speech therapy.
9) Using the English at a general level of European Language Portfolio B1, he follows the scientific sources in his field and communicates with his colleagues.
10) It integrates the knowledge of language and speech disorders with its own applications, and realizes it and shares it with professional staff.
11) Uses information technologies and course materials individually or in group by taking responsibility in teaching-learning process effectively, producing solutions and gaining habit of life-long research and learning.
12) Access to current information by using scientific sources, legal regulations and related information technologies. Makes theoretical and / or practical research, takes part as a researcher in projects in his / her field, presents his / her findings orally and in writing in national and / or international meetings and / or publish them.
13) Evaluates and analyzes the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of knowledge by using research methods and techniques to reach scientific knowledge, develops and interprets solutions based on evidence.
14) It considers and respects individual differences, cultural beliefs, customs and traditions, and their daily activity, role and participation effects.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Average	3 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Prepare and implement therapy programs to prevent, evaluate, diagnose and diagnose language and speech disorders by using original theoretical and practical knowledge and equipments acquired in the field. Change or terminate the process and application where necessary.	1
1)	-To be able to use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the field. -To be able to interpret and evaluate data, to define and analyze problems, to develop solutions based on research and evidence, using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field. - To be able to inform the relevant people and institutions on the issues related to the field; to be able to convey their thoughts and suggestions for solutions to problems verbally and in writing. - Being able to carry out an advanced study in the field independently.	1
2)	Have the knowledge of teaching programs, teaching strategies, methods and techniques related to language and speech therapy.	1
3)	Comprehends the methods related to the production of scientific knowledge.	1
4)	To apply the historical development of the profession and the acquired knowledge and skills in the field of language and speech disorders according to the principles of professional ethics.	1
5)	Applies the principles of professional development and learning, communication and social skills in the fields of work.	1
6)	Use the acquired knowledge, skills and problem solving skills in the field of language and speech therapy as interdiscipliner, multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary.	1
7)	To be able to conceptualize the events and phenomena related to language and speech therapy; examine with scientific methods and techniques; interpret the data, evaluate, identify problems, analyze, develop solutions based on evidence and research.	1
8)	Participates in all stages of research and project applications by using technological tools and materials in the field of language and speech therapy.	1
9)	Using the English at a general level of European Language Portfolio B1, he follows the scientific sources in his field and communicates with his colleagues.	1
10)	It integrates the knowledge of language and speech disorders with its own applications, and realizes it and shares it with professional staff.	1
11)	Uses information technologies and course materials individually or in group by taking responsibility in teaching-learning process effectively, producing solutions and gaining habit of life-long research and learning.	1
12)	Access to current information by using scientific sources, legal regulations and related information technologies. Makes theoretical and / or practical research, takes part as a researcher in projects in his / her field, presents his / her findings orally and in writing in national and / or international meetings and / or publish them.	1
13)	Evaluates and analyzes the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability and validity of knowledge by using research methods and techniques to reach scientific knowledge, develops and interprets solutions based on evidence.
14)	It considers and respects individual differences, cultural beliefs, customs and traditions, and their daily activity, role and participation effects.	1

Assessment & Grading

Değerlendirme Yöntemleri ve Kriterleri	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 60
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Workload
Course Hours	14	28
Study Hours Out of Class	15	95
Midterms	1	1
Final	1	1
Total Workload		125