Information Package / Course Catalogue
PSYC 332 Public Health and Exercise Psychology
MEF University
Degree Programs
Business Administration
General Information For Students
Diploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
Business Administration
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Econ., Admin. and Social Sciences
Course Code PSYC 332
Course Title in English Public Health and Exercise Psychology
Course Title in Turkish Kamu Sağlığı ve Egzersiz Psikolojisi
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Flipped Classroom,Lecture
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Spring
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 143 hours per semester
Number of Credits 6 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites None
Expected Prior Knowledge None
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To become familiar with the basic theoretical background of major areas of public health and exercise psychology such as physical activity epidemiology, health benefits of exercise, disease prevention requirements, health, exercise and well-being.
Course Description This course aims to introduce the students to the scientific study of exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in public health area. Students are introduced to psychological theories and research related to health and exercise behavior. Students will also be introduced to public health related topics (Physical Activity in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Physical Activity Epidemiology etc.) and ways to enhance health and wellbeing.
Course Description in Turkish Bu ders, öğrencileri kamu sagligi ve egzersiz psikolojisi alanıyla tanıştırmayı amaçlamaktadır. Öğrenciler, alandaki önemli ve klasikleşmiş araştırmalar ve yeni gelişmeler ışığında egzersiz psikolojinin temel kavramları ile tanıştırılacaktır ve kamu sagligi ile iliskilendirilecektir. Bu ders, kamu sagligi ve egzersiz davranışlari ile ilgili psikolojik kuram ve araştırmalari inceler. Ayrica, öğrencilere kamu sagligi alaninda da konular tanitilacaktir. ( Saglik icin Gereklilikler, Hastalik Onleme, Fiziksel Aktivite Epidemiyolojisi vb.) tanitilacaktir ve sağlıkli bir yasam surdurebilmek için gerekli yöntemler de anlatilacaktir.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

Upon successful completion of the course, the learner is expected to be able to:
1) understand the principles of exercise prescription as related to health and diseases;
2) understand the relationships between physical activity and health;
3) acknowledge physical activity patterns around the world (U.S.A, Turkey etc.);
4) identify public health recommendations related to physical activity;
5) understand barriers and approaches to promote physical activity;
6) evaluate the scientific literature related to physical activity and chronic diseases;
7) understand the underlying motives for sport and exercise participation as well as ways to increase motivation to adopt a physically active lifestyle.
Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
1) Has a broad foundation and intellectual awareness with exposure to mathematics, history, economics, and social sciences
2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in different functional areas of business (accounting, finance, operations, marketing, strategy, and organization) and an understanding of their interactions within various industry sectors
3) Applies theoretical knowledge as well as creative, analytical, and critical thinking to manage complex technical or professional activities or projects
4) Exhibits an understanding of global, environmental, economic, legal, and regulatory contexts for business sustainability
5) Demonstrates individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility
6) Demonstrates responsiveness to ethnic, cultural, and gender diversity values and issues
7) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to communicate information, ideas, problems, and solutions
8) Demonstrates skills in data and information acquisition, analysis, interpretation, and reporting
9) Displays computer proficiency to support problem solving and decision-making
10) Demonstrates teamwork, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills
11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Has a broad foundation and intellectual awareness with exposure to mathematics, history, economics, and social sciences N
2) Demonstrates knowledge and skills in different functional areas of business (accounting, finance, operations, marketing, strategy, and organization) and an understanding of their interactions within various industry sectors N
3) Applies theoretical knowledge as well as creative, analytical, and critical thinking to manage complex technical or professional activities or projects N
4) Exhibits an understanding of global, environmental, economic, legal, and regulatory contexts for business sustainability N
5) Demonstrates individual and professional ethical behavior and social responsibility N
6) Demonstrates responsiveness to ethnic, cultural, and gender diversity values and issues N
7) Uses written and spoken English effectively (at least CEFR B2 level) to communicate information, ideas, problems, and solutions N
8) Demonstrates skills in data and information acquisition, analysis, interpretation, and reporting N
9) Displays computer proficiency to support problem solving and decision-making N
10) Demonstrates teamwork, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills N
11) Displays learning skills necessary for further study with a high degree of autonomy N
Prepared by and Date DUYGU GÜRLEYİK , March 2022
Course Coordinator SENA CÜRE ACER
Semester Spring
Name of Instructor

Course Contents

Week Subject
1) Introduction basic terms and terminology for this class
2) Physical Activity Epidemiology (U.S.A, Turkey, Whole World) Fitness and Well-being Public Health Recommendations of Physical Activity
3) Theories and Models of Exercise Behavior Theories of Behavioral Change
4) Physical Activity in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (chronic diseases)
5) Stress/ Anxiety and Exercise
6) Depression and Exercise
7) Social Influences and Exercise
8) MIDTERM
9) Cognitive Function and Exercise
10) Cognitive Function and Exercise (special case: Alzheimer’s Disease)
11) Self-Perceptions and Exercise
12) Adoption and Maintenance of Physical activity (barriers to physical activity, cultural, environmental and economic factors) Also looking at special groups; children, elderly, obese etc.
13) Physical Activity Interventions
14) Assessing Physical Fitness, Maximizing Hearth Health, Developing Muscular Fitness and Flexibility
15) Final Examination Period
16) Final Examination Period
Required/Recommended ReadingsRecommended Textbook: Kohl, T. D. & Murray, D. (2010). Physical Activity and Public Health (7th ed.). Champaign, IL, U.S.A: Human Kinetics. There will also be a set of required readings prepared in advance for students.
Teaching MethodsThe class will be taught using two instructional approaches. I will be spending about 50% of class time in a lecture format and 50% in a seminar format or group discussion, in which discussions and small group exercises will be held, videos watched, and activities conducted. Because discussions will be held regularly in class students will need to read all materials in advance—and read on time. In addition, any outside assignments that will be discussed in class must be completed at the scheduled time. In class activities will facilitate the learning process and help students grasp the material. The class will be taught in a semi-flipped format. Students will be assigned introductory online lectures weekly. Then, I will be clarifying each point with examples while emphasizing the important parts during the lecture part.
Homework and ProjectsStudents will be asked to lead one of the discussion sessions of the course based on the readings/chapters of the week. They will be asked to read the articles and prepare discussion questions prior to the discussion.
Laboratory Work
Computer Use
Other ActivitiesVarious in class activities and additional assignments will be assigned throughout the semester. These will be unannounced and students must be present in order to complete the assignment and receive credit. These assignments cannot be made up at a later date. In-class participation is a critical component of the class and just attending class is not sufficient to gaining points for activities. Students will be asked to work in teams for these activities and teams will have the chance to discuss and share their thoughts about the topic.
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 14 % 10
Application 1 % 20
Quiz(zes) 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterm(s) 1 % 25
Final Examination 1 % 25
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration gurleyikd@mef.edu.tr

Attendance at all classes is mandatory. Students arriving late or unprepared will be barred from that class, which will impact upon their continuous assessment grade. Students must provide a legitimate, acceptable and documented excuse for missing a scheduled exam. There will be a make-up exam if students miss the midterm. Make-up exams could be in a different format than midterm or final exam. Students are expected to treat university personnel and one another respectfully at all times; this includes showing respect for class content and for others’ opinions. The commitment of acts of cheating, lying, and deceit in any of their diverse forms such as plagiarism, and copying during examinations is dishonest and will not be tolerated. Plagiarism and academic dishonesty: YÖK Disciplinary Regulations.

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 2 3 2 98
Homework Assignments 1 10 1 11
Midterm(s) 1 15 2 17
Final Examination 1 15 2 17
Total Workload 143
Total Workload/25 5.7
ECTS 6