At the end of this course, the students; 1) Know the basic features of science and research definitions. 2) Learn the stages in the research process, decides the problem area, and have the ability to search the literature and form hypotheses. 3) Determine the research methods and choose the data collection method. 4) Can prepare the data collection tool and make pre-test and pilot studies. 5) Can make data analysis and data collection plan. 6) Can decide on the study universe, determine the sample and draw the sample. 7) Can apply the data analysis plan, make and write a research plan.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
None
COURSE DEFINITION
In this course, graduate students learn and apply scientific research methods in detail.
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Definition and aims of science
2nd Week
Basic features of science
3rd Week
Basic characteristics of the research
4th Week
Types of research
5th Week
Stages in the research process
6th Week
Deciding on the problem area
7th Week
Literature review
8th Week
Midterm
9th Week
Deciding that you can solve the problem
10th Week
Literature review again
11th Week
Hypothesizing, determining the method, choosing the data collection technique
12th Week
Preparing or choosing the purpose of data collection, making a data analysis plan
13th Week
Making the data collection plan
14th Week
Deciding on the study universe and determining how the sample will be selected
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
1. Şencan, Hüner, Sosyal ve Davranışsal Bilimlerde Bilimsel Araştırma Sürecinin Temel Ögeleri, Seçkin Yayınları, 2007. 2. Lecture Notes
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lecture,Practice,Project
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Mid-term
1
10
Assignment
1
10
Total(%)
20
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
20
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
80
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
1
3
3
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
14
10
140
Preparation for Final exam
1
45
45
Course hours
14
3
42
Preparation for Midterm exam
1
30
30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
1
3
3
Homework
1
40
40
Total Workload
303
Total Workload / 30
10,1
ECTS Credits of the Course
10
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
Turkish
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
