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Course Description Course Name : Research Methods Course Code : RPD239 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. SABAHATTİN ÇAM Learning Outcomes of the Course : Introduces different approaches to science Explains the importance of scientific thinking method for understanding and inquiry of life Identifies a research topic, defines and interprets scientific research process. Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science Makes a critical literature review, hypothesis and develop strategy Determines a problem for research, conducts research using the steps of scientific method Writes his research report according to the rules Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The objective of this course are to develop a scientific understanding; to ecaluate a situation in the light of scientific method; and to acquire knowledge and skills about scientific methods and techniques. Course Contents : The course includes the subjects of scientific research process; ethical problems in scientific studies; population and sampling; data collection tools and processes; kinds of scientific research; and reporting research. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classroom   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion. Source of knowledge and ways of knowing. Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 2 Science, scientific method and the process of scientific method, development of science in the history. Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 3 Research, features and the processes of research. Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 4 Types of research Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 5 General types of research, comparison of qualitative and quantitative research Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 6 Ethical issues in scientific studies. Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 7 Literatüre review, idetifying a problem for research and planning the research Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 8 Midterm exam Witten exam Witten exam 9 The research population, sampling and probability-based sampling methods Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 10 Non-probabilistic sampling methods Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 11 Data collection tools and methods Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 12 The reliability and validity of data collection tools and methods Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 13 Experimental research designs Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 14 Correlational and causal research designs to compare Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 15 Interpretation and reporting of the data Reviewing the related sources Lectures, question-answers, discussion 16/17 Final exam writing exam writing exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Büyüköztürk, Ş., Kılıç Çakmak, E, Erkan Akgün, Ö., Karadeniz, Ş. ve Demirel, F. (2011). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri, (8. Baskı), Ankara: Pegem Akademi.  Karasar, N. (1994). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi, (5. Basım), Ankara: 3A Araştırma Eğitim Danışmanlık Ltd.  Balcı, A. (2001) Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma, (3. Baskı), Ankara: Pegem Yayıncılık.  TÜBA (2002). Bilimsel Araştırmada Etik ve Sorunları, Ankara:Türkiye Bilimler Akademisi Yayınları. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 50     Homeworks/Projects/Others 1 50 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Explains basic concepts and principals of Psychological Counseling and Guidance 0 2 Explains the developmental characteristics of the individual and the factors that affect this development 0 3 Examines and evaluates problems in educational environment and in everyday life from the point of philosophy, sociology and psychology 3 4 Explains theories of personality, psychological counseling and learning 0 5 Explains career development and career choice process 0 6 Explains scientific research methods and techniques 5 7 Explains how to begin and maintain psychological counseling and guidance process 0 8 Explains psychological counseling and guidance practices appropriate for clients with different development and characteristics 0 9 Explains classroom and behavior management approaches 0 10 Formulates and evaluates psychological counseling and guidance programs 0 11 Does guidance practices appropriate for different educational levels 0 12 Acknowledges individuals with normal and abnormal characteristics 0 13 Uses helping skills effectively in psychological counseling 0 14 Takes the responsibility of his/her decisions about her/his life and career 2 15 Develops insight and is open to learning and development 2 16 Shows empathy and care towards people 1 17 Uses effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships 1 18 Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place 3 19 Acts appropriately with professional ethical standarts 5 20 In addition to professional development, develops himself/herself by identifying his/her needs in several areas such as science, culture, art and social in accordance with her/his ability and interest. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 13 3 39     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 13 2 26 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 1 5 5     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10     Final Exam 1 20 20 Total Workload: 100 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4 ECTS Credit: 4