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  Course Description
Course Name : Research Methods in Sports Science

Course Code : AY 493

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : First Cycle

Year of Study : 4

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Instructor CENAB TÜRKERİ

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learng concepts of scientific research
Understeand type and methods of scientific research
Understand how to make a scientific research in sports area

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : Determining project subject according to scientific survey methods and studying the problem and method of subject.

Course Contents : What is science and research? How to reach literature and information? Types research What is methodology? Where can it be reached to literature sources? Control in research Important points in writing proposals and researches What is research proposal? Feedback for research proposals How to evaluate research proposal? How to test hypothesis? How to test hypothesis? Feedback for research proposals

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classrooms in BESYO


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 What is science and research? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
2 How to reach literature and information? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
3 Research types Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
4 What is methodology? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
5 Where can it be reached to literature sources? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
6 Control in research Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
7 Important points in writing proposals and researches Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
8 MID TERM Exam preparation Text exam
9 What is research proposal? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
10 Feedback for research proposals Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
11 How to evaluate research proposal? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
12 How to test hypothesis? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
13 How to test hypothesis? Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
14 Feedback for research proposals Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
15 Feedback for research proposals Utilization of literature on the subject Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, the standard of information technology
16/17 Final exam Exam preparation Text exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Ali BALCI (2004). Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma. Pegem Yayıncılık, 4. Basım, Ankara
 Saim KAPTAN (1991). Bilimsel Araştırma ve İstatistik Teknikleri. Özkan Matbaacılık, Ankara.
 Niyazi KARASAR (1994). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi: Kavramlar, İlkeler ve Teknikler, 3A Araştırma Eğitim Danışmanlık Ltd. 6. basım, Ankara.
 Jerry R. THOMAS, Jack K. NELSON, Stephen J. SILVERMAN (2005). Research Methods in Physical Activity, Human Kinetics, 5th Edition.
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0
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 In additon to occupational skills, develops himself/herself on scientific, cultural and artistic areas according to his/her own abilities. 1
2 Uses sports and training involvement strategies actively. 3
3 Explains the basic concepts and basic theories related to sports. 2
4 Explains the regulations and educational program about sports education. 3
5 Has an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finishes the tasks in group work in sports areas. 2
6 Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engage in productive discussions for personal and professional growth. 3
7 Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. 4
8 Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place . 3
9 Does training practices appropriate for different educational levels 3
10 Designs and organizes training environments for athletes and team. 5
11 Becomes sensitive and tolerant of athletes about multicultural and a diversity of issues. 2
12 Explains career development and career choice process. 3
13 Explains scientific research method and techniques in sports sciences. 5
14 Prepares annual and daily training plans by considering ahtletes´ developmental characteristics, individual differences,their interests and needs. 3
15 Plans and conducts a scientific project , and does necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology related to the sport branch. 5
16 Explains training practices appropriate for clients with different development and characteristics 3
17 Uses various training methods to support athletes´ development and provide long lasting educational effects. 2
18 Uses educational technology effectively to reach training and performance goals. 5
19 Chooses, prepares and uses materials that are appropriate for athletes´ developmental level and individual characteristics. 3
20 Acts appropriately within professional ethical standarts. 5
* 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) 14 5 70
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 1 1
    Final Exam 1 2 2
Total Workload: 101
Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.04
ECTS Credit: 4