Information Package / Course Catalogue
Mindfulness
Course Code: ÖZGK230
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

The purpose of a mindfulness class is to help individuals become aware of the present moment and accept their emotions, thoughts, and body without judgment. This class provides techniques to improve stress management, emotional balance, and focus. It also supports individuals in better understanding themselves, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and enhancing their overall quality of life.

Course Content

In the mindfulness class, practices such as breathing techniques, meditation methods, and body awareness exercises are taught. Participants learn how to apply mindfulness skills in their daily lives. Additionally, the course includes practical exercises to manage stress, anxiety, and negative thoughts.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Mert İSTEK
Learning Outcomes
1.Has knowledge about Conscious Awareness
2.Has knowledge about stress management
3.Has knowledge about emotional management
4.Has knowledge about inner peace and balance
5.Has knowledge about Empathy and Compassion
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Mindfulness-Bilinçli Farkındalık- Zümra Atalay
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
conscious awareness
Week 2 - Theoretical
Reduce Stress
Week 3 - Theoretical
Reduce Stress
Week 4 - Theoretical
Emotional Regulation
Week 5 - Theoretical
Emotional Regulation
Week 6 - Theoretical
Mental Clarity and Focus
Week 7 - Theoretical
Mental Clarity and Focus
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm-Mental Clarity and Focus (midterm exam)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Inner Peace and Balance
Week 10 - Theoretical
Inner Peace and Balance
Week 11 - Theoretical
Empathy and Compassion Development
Week 12 - Theoretical
Empathy and Compassion Development
Week 13 - Theoretical
Physical health
Week 14 - Final Exam
Final Exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Midterm Examination110111
Final Examination110111
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)50
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
OÇ-1
3
2
2
2
OÇ-2
3
2
2
2
OÇ-3
3
2
2
2
OÇ-4
3
2
2
2
OÇ-5
3
2
2
2
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026