Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PREVENTING and TREATING CHILDHOOD OBESITY | - | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Second Cycle (Master's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Gülgün ERSOY |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Gülgün ERSOY |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To inform students about the definition of child obesity, the frequency of the case in Turkey and around the world, its prevention and treatment. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The definition and classification of child obesity.,Child obesity in Turkey and around the world.,The risk factors of child obesity I,The risk factors of child obesity II,The risk factors of child obesity III,Physiological problems related with child obesity I,Physiological problems related with child obesity II,Psychological problems related with child obesity,The prevention and treatment of child obesity,Family-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,School-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,Community-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,Behavior Therapy,Menu planning, general evaluation and discussion. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. identify the child obesity. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 2. explain the position of child obesity in Turkey and around the world. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 3. identify the risk factors created by the child obesity. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Analyze the requirements of the prevention and treatment of child obesity and implement these. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 5. Take an active role in the nutrition therapy for the obese children. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The definition and classification of child obesity. | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 2 | Child obesity in Turkey and around the world. | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 3 | The risk factors of child obesity I | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 4 | The risk factors of child obesity II | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 5 | The risk factors of child obesity III | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 6 | Physiological problems related with child obesity I | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 7 | Physiological problems related with child obesity II | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 8 | Psychological problems related with child obesity | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 9 | The prevention and treatment of child obesity | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 10 | Family-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 11 | School-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 12 | Community-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 13 | Behavior Therapy | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 14 | Menu planning, general evaluation and discussion | Preparation from related courses sources |
| Resources |
| Powerpoint presentation files. |
| 1. Obesity in Childhood and Adolescence. Eds:Kiess W, Marcus C, Wabitsch M. KARGER, 2004. 2. American Academy of Pediatrics. A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Obesity, 2006. 3. Garipağaoğlu M Çocuklarda şişmanlığın tedavisi ve önlenmesi. Çocuk Dergisi. 7:158–165, 2007. 4. Pediatric and Adolescent Obesity Treatment. Eds: O’Donohue W, Moore BA, Scott BJ. Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. 2008 5. Management of Childhood Obesity. Eds: Poskitt E, Edmunds L. Cambridge University Press. 2008. 6. Pediatri I-II Eds:Neyzi O. Ertuğrul T. 3.baskı-2010. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | They have basic knowledge in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics. | X | |||||
| 2 | Use vocational knowledge and skills for the development of health at individual and community level, for the prevention and treatment of diseases. | ||||||
| 3 | Provide training and counseling in the field of nutrition and dietetics including individuals, families and organizations. | ||||||
| 4 | Carries out independent research on the field using knowledge accumulation, and takes part in research, projects and events in collaboration with the health team and other disciplines. | ||||||
| 5 | Conducts profession in accordance with scientific researches, evidence, developing technology, current literature and health policies. | X | |||||
| 6 | Carry out its professional practices in line with ethical principles and standards. His behavior becomes an example to colleagues and public. | X | |||||
| 7 | Uses at least one foreign language to reach, evaluate and use it for professional development. | ||||||
| 8 | Use critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of nutrition and dietetics. | X | |||||
| 9 | Communicates effectively both verbally and written in occupational field. | X | |||||
| 10 | They have general cultural knowledge that profession requires. | X | |||||
| 11 | Develop positive attitudes toward lifelong learning and turn them into behavior. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 14 | 6 | 84 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 3 | 15 | 45 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||
| General Exam | 3 | 5 | 15 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 201 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(201/30) | 7 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PREVENTING and TREATING CHILDHOOD OBESITY | - | Spring Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 7 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | Second Cycle (Master's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Gülgün ERSOY |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Gülgün ERSOY |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | To inform students about the definition of child obesity, the frequency of the case in Turkey and around the world, its prevention and treatment. |
| Course Content | This course contains; The definition and classification of child obesity.,Child obesity in Turkey and around the world.,The risk factors of child obesity I,The risk factors of child obesity II,The risk factors of child obesity III,Physiological problems related with child obesity I,Physiological problems related with child obesity II,Psychological problems related with child obesity,The prevention and treatment of child obesity,Family-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,School-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,Community-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches,Behavior Therapy,Menu planning, general evaluation and discussion. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. identify the child obesity. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 2. explain the position of child obesity in Turkey and around the world. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 3. identify the risk factors created by the child obesity. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Analyze the requirements of the prevention and treatment of child obesity and implement these. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| 5. Take an active role in the nutrition therapy for the obese children. | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The definition and classification of child obesity. | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 2 | Child obesity in Turkey and around the world. | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 3 | The risk factors of child obesity I | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 4 | The risk factors of child obesity II | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 5 | The risk factors of child obesity III | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 6 | Physiological problems related with child obesity I | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 7 | Physiological problems related with child obesity II | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 8 | Psychological problems related with child obesity | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 9 | The prevention and treatment of child obesity | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 10 | Family-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 11 | School-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 12 | Community-based nutrition, physical activity and other approaches | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 13 | Behavior Therapy | Preparation from related courses sources |
| 14 | Menu planning, general evaluation and discussion | Preparation from related courses sources |
| Resources |
| Powerpoint presentation files. |
| 1. Obesity in Childhood and Adolescence. Eds:Kiess W, Marcus C, Wabitsch M. KARGER, 2004. 2. American Academy of Pediatrics. A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Obesity, 2006. 3. Garipağaoğlu M Çocuklarda şişmanlığın tedavisi ve önlenmesi. Çocuk Dergisi. 7:158–165, 2007. 4. Pediatric and Adolescent Obesity Treatment. Eds: O’Donohue W, Moore BA, Scott BJ. Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. 2008 5. Management of Childhood Obesity. Eds: Poskitt E, Edmunds L. Cambridge University Press. 2008. 6. Pediatri I-II Eds:Neyzi O. Ertuğrul T. 3.baskı-2010. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | They have basic knowledge in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics. | X | |||||
| 2 | Use vocational knowledge and skills for the development of health at individual and community level, for the prevention and treatment of diseases. | ||||||
| 3 | Provide training and counseling in the field of nutrition and dietetics including individuals, families and organizations. | ||||||
| 4 | Carries out independent research on the field using knowledge accumulation, and takes part in research, projects and events in collaboration with the health team and other disciplines. | ||||||
| 5 | Conducts profession in accordance with scientific researches, evidence, developing technology, current literature and health policies. | X | |||||
| 6 | Carry out its professional practices in line with ethical principles and standards. His behavior becomes an example to colleagues and public. | X | |||||
| 7 | Uses at least one foreign language to reach, evaluate and use it for professional development. | ||||||
| 8 | Use critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of nutrition and dietetics. | X | |||||
| 9 | Communicates effectively both verbally and written in occupational field. | X | |||||
| 10 | They have general cultural knowledge that profession requires. | X | |||||
| 11 | Develop positive attitudes toward lifelong learning and turn them into behavior. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |