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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
CONCEPTS and MODELS in MIDWIFERY -Fall Semester2+026
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelSecond Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Ayşenur TURAN
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Selma DOĞAN
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim is to provide knowledge about the conceptual basis of midwifery, the interaction of concepts, midwifery philosophy and theories, and the skills to transfer this knowledge to midwifery practices.
Course ContentThis course contains; Midwifery and Philosophy,Basic Concepts in Women's Health (Human, Woman, Health-Disease, Safety and Environment),Conceptualization of Midwifery,The Psychology of Breastfeeding and Motivation Theory,Health Belief Model and Its Application in Midwifery,Midwife-Led Continuous Care Model,Women-Centered Care Model,3 Delay Model,Intrapartum Care Model for a Positive Birth Experience,Roy Adaptation Model and Midwifery Practices,ICM Model in Midwifery Care,Respectful maternal care model,Birth Territory ,Modern Caesarean Theory.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Defines the basic concepts, models and theories of midwifery10, 16, 9A
Explains the importance of midwifery theories10, 16, 19, 9A
Explains the relationship between the basic concepts and theories of midwifery10, 16, 9A
Applies midwifery care within the framework of midwifery theories10, 16, 6, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Midwifery and PhilosophyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
2Basic Concepts in Women's Health (Human, Woman, Health-Disease, Safety and Environment)Preparing for the subject from the proposed sources
3Conceptualization of MidwiferyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
4The Psychology of Breastfeeding and Motivation TheoryPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
5Health Belief Model and Its Application in MidwiferyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
6Midwife-Led Continuous Care ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
7Women-Centered Care ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
83 Delay ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
9Intrapartum Care Model for a Positive Birth ExperiencePreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
10Roy Adaptation Model and Midwifery PracticesPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
11ICM Model in Midwifery CarePreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
12Respectful maternal care modelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
13Birth Territory Preparing for the subject from the proposed sources
14Modern Caesarean TheoryPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
Resources
Lecture presentation Electronic database containing scientific articles (PubMed-Medline, Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, Cochrane E-Library)

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Based on midwifery undergraduate level qualifications, midwifes have sufficient knowledge to make it happen by knowing the importance of midwifery practices and evidence-based studies on delivery and birh.
2
Comprehend the interdisciplinary interactions related to the field of specialty in midwifery. Has sufficient information about the relevant legislation in midwifery practices.
X
3
Has the ability to access, evaluate and interpret the theoretical knowledge at the level of specialty acquired in the field of midwifery.
X
4
Can develop theories particular to midwifery by knowing the theories of health care and integrating them with the knowledge gained in midwifery.
X
5
Can apply educational skills methods
X
6
In a study that requires a specialty in midwifery, can conducts independently in the light of the knowledge and skills acquired.
7
Has the ability to identify a problem that requires expertise related to midwifery, determining the solution methods, collecting data in order to solve the problem, analyzing and evaluating the results
X
8
Leadership in environments that require solving foreseen or unforeseen problems related to midwifery profession
X
9
It develops a behavior which is open to development and adopting lifelong learning in the health service where information is constantly changing
X
10
Can follow current, national and international professional literature in midwifery, conduct scientific studies and transfer their results systematically.
X
11
Using English at a sufficient level to conduct scientific studies in midwifery.
X
12
Takes part in research, projects and activities in collaboration with the healthcare team and other disciplines with a sense of social responsibility
13
Takes an active role in the work of professional organizations.
14
Write research projects that can provide national and international evidence to the midwifery profession.
15
Can develop a critical perspective to scientific studies.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14228
Guided Problem Solving14228
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report23060
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar13030
Quiz000
Midterm Exam11515
General Exam12020
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)181
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(181/30)6
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
CONCEPTS and MODELS in MIDWIFERY -Fall Semester2+026
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelSecond Cycle (Master's Degree)
Course TypeRequired
Course CoordinatorAssist.Prof. Ayşenur TURAN
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Selma DOĞAN
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim is to provide knowledge about the conceptual basis of midwifery, the interaction of concepts, midwifery philosophy and theories, and the skills to transfer this knowledge to midwifery practices.
Course ContentThis course contains; Midwifery and Philosophy,Basic Concepts in Women's Health (Human, Woman, Health-Disease, Safety and Environment),Conceptualization of Midwifery,The Psychology of Breastfeeding and Motivation Theory,Health Belief Model and Its Application in Midwifery,Midwife-Led Continuous Care Model,Women-Centered Care Model,3 Delay Model,Intrapartum Care Model for a Positive Birth Experience,Roy Adaptation Model and Midwifery Practices,ICM Model in Midwifery Care,Respectful maternal care model,Birth Territory ,Modern Caesarean Theory.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Defines the basic concepts, models and theories of midwifery10, 16, 9A
Explains the importance of midwifery theories10, 16, 19, 9A
Explains the relationship between the basic concepts and theories of midwifery10, 16, 9A
Applies midwifery care within the framework of midwifery theories10, 16, 6, 9A
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Midwifery and PhilosophyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
2Basic Concepts in Women's Health (Human, Woman, Health-Disease, Safety and Environment)Preparing for the subject from the proposed sources
3Conceptualization of MidwiferyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
4The Psychology of Breastfeeding and Motivation TheoryPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
5Health Belief Model and Its Application in MidwiferyPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
6Midwife-Led Continuous Care ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
7Women-Centered Care ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
83 Delay ModelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
9Intrapartum Care Model for a Positive Birth ExperiencePreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
10Roy Adaptation Model and Midwifery PracticesPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
11ICM Model in Midwifery CarePreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
12Respectful maternal care modelPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
13Birth Territory Preparing for the subject from the proposed sources
14Modern Caesarean TheoryPreparing for the subject from the proposed sources
Resources
Lecture presentation Electronic database containing scientific articles (PubMed-Medline, Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar, Cochrane E-Library)

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
Based on midwifery undergraduate level qualifications, midwifes have sufficient knowledge to make it happen by knowing the importance of midwifery practices and evidence-based studies on delivery and birh.
2
Comprehend the interdisciplinary interactions related to the field of specialty in midwifery. Has sufficient information about the relevant legislation in midwifery practices.
X
3
Has the ability to access, evaluate and interpret the theoretical knowledge at the level of specialty acquired in the field of midwifery.
X
4
Can develop theories particular to midwifery by knowing the theories of health care and integrating them with the knowledge gained in midwifery.
X
5
Can apply educational skills methods
X
6
In a study that requires a specialty in midwifery, can conducts independently in the light of the knowledge and skills acquired.
7
Has the ability to identify a problem that requires expertise related to midwifery, determining the solution methods, collecting data in order to solve the problem, analyzing and evaluating the results
X
8
Leadership in environments that require solving foreseen or unforeseen problems related to midwifery profession
X
9
It develops a behavior which is open to development and adopting lifelong learning in the health service where information is constantly changing
X
10
Can follow current, national and international professional literature in midwifery, conduct scientific studies and transfer their results systematically.
X
11
Using English at a sufficient level to conduct scientific studies in midwifery.
X
12
Takes part in research, projects and activities in collaboration with the healthcare team and other disciplines with a sense of social responsibility
13
Takes an active role in the work of professional organizations.
14
Write research projects that can provide national and international evidence to the midwifery profession.
15
Can develop a critical perspective to scientific studies.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100

Numerical Data

Student Success

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