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| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODS |
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| Course Code |
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SBG201 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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First Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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2 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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4 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Asst.Prof.Dr. ÖZLEM KAF HASIRCI
Assoc.Prof.Dr. AYTEN İFLAZOĞLU SABAN
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Comprehends the transformation of the concepts knowledge and science in the historical process.
Explains the importance of scientific thinking methods for understanding and inquiring life.
Explains the resources of the knowledge.
Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science
Makes research on process and techniques used in social sciences research and present.
Determines a problem for research, conducts the research using the steps of scientific method.
Writes his research report according to the rules.
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| Mode of Delivery |
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Face-to-Face |
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| Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites |
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None |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
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None |
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| Aim(s) of Course |
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The aim of this course is to help students be able to discuss science and its basic concepts (phenomenon, knowledge, absolute, error, universal fact etc.), know the basics of the history of science, discuss and use the structure of scientific research, scientific methods and different perspectives about scientific methods, problem, research model, sampling, data collection, methods in data collection (quantitative and qualitative methods), analysis, interpretation of data and reporting. |
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| Course Contents |
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The contents of this course include science and its basic concepts (phenomenon, knowledge, absolute, error, universal fact etc.), basics of history of science, structure of scientific research, scientific methods and different perspectives about scientific methods, problem, research model, sampling, data collection, methods in data collection (quantitative and qualitative methods), analysis, interpretation of data and reporting. |
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| Language of Instruction |
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Turkish |
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| Work Place |
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Classroom |
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Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities |
| Week | Subject | Student's Preliminary Work | Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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1 |
Introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion |
Answering the preparation questions and reading the related section |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion |
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2 |
Science and its basic concepts |
Answering the preparation questions and reading the related section |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion |
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3 |
Basic information on the history of science |
Answering the preparation questions and reading the related section |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion, research and analysis |
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4 |
Structure of scientific research |
Answering the preparation questions and reading the related section |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work |
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5 |
Scientific methods and different views on this methods |
Answering the preparation questions and reading the related section and examination of the research report and thesis |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work |
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6 |
Problem |
Selecting your own problem, describing this problem not to exceed two pages. The problem statement must be expressed in the question form at the end of the problem situation |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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Problem situation |
Write your general and sub purpose of the study Indicate your choice of problems and limitations and possible supposition |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work |
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8 |
Mid-term exam |
Getting prepared for the exam |
Written exam |
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9 |
Model of the study |
Determining the most appropriate research model of your problem and briefly explain why you select this model |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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10 |
Population and sample |
Determining the appropriate population and sample and explain how selected the sample |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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11 |
Data collection methods: qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques |
Identifying the ways to data collection for the purpose of the research problem Prepare an appropriate data collection tool. for example surveys, observation form, interview form and so on |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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12 |
The collection of the data |
Implementation of data collection tools |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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13 |
Data analysis |
The input of the data and the creation of the data matrix |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work, |
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14 |
Interpretation and reporting of the data |
Written findings |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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15 |
Interpretation and reporting of the data |
Writing discussion, conclusions and recommendations and complete the research report |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion,small group work,problem based learning |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Preperation for exam |
Written exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Büyüköztürk, Ş., Çakmak, E.K., Akgün, Ö.E., Karadeniz, Ş. ve Demirel, F. (2008). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri. Ankara: Pegem Adademi.
Karasar, N. (2002). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemi. (11. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Yayıncılık.
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| Required Course Material(s) |
Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (1999). Sosyal bilimlerde nitel araştırma yöntemleri. Ankara: Seçkin Yayınevi.
Kuş, E. (2003). Nicel-nitel araştırma teknikleri: Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma teknikleri: Nicel mi? Nitel mi? Ankara: Anı Yayıncılık.
Kaptan, S. (1982). Bilimsel araştırma ve istatistik teknikler. Ankara: Rehber Yayınları.
Balcı, A. (2001). Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma: Yöntem, teknik ve ilkeler. (3. Baskı). Ankara: PegemA Yayıncılık.
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Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria |
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Semester/Year Assessments |
Number |
Contribution Percentage |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
25 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
10 |
75 |
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Total |
100 |
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Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success |
40 |
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Final Assessments
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100 |
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Rate of Final Assessments to Success
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60 |
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Total |
100 |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
They use the methods to enrich empathy, critical and creative thinking, effective decision making compatible with humanistic values and problem solving skills. |
0 |
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2 |
They plan teaching-learning process noting students´ individual differences and the characteristics of the subject focus. |
0 |
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3 |
They develop original materials student-oriented instruction and use information technologies. |
0 |
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4 |
They avoid beiong mechanical in measurement and evaluation and use creative and elaborative forms to provide multiple development of the students. |
0 |
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5 |
They explain information production methods of Social Sciences. |
5 |
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6 |
The graduates of Social Studies Education explain basic notions of the Social Sciences. |
0 |
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7 |
They recognize the cultural structures of their own and other societies. They also evaluate reasons and outcomes of changes throughout history. |
2 |
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8 |
They define the location of their place on Earth. They evaluate social, political and economical effects of geographical location and the results of them. |
0 |
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9 |
They become aware of the importance of using natural sciences and arts to apprehend the Earth multidimentionally. They define their scientific, cultural, artistic and social needs and develop themselves continually. |
0 |
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10 |
They relate the disciplines that contribute to content of Social Studies lesson, applying the required specific instruction methods for the program. |
0 |
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11 |
They describe the applications to create democratic learning environment and make the classroom a real piece of life. |
0 |
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12 |
They communicate with their students and social environment in different cultures, they defend the fact that problems can be solved peacefully. |
0 |
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13 |
They recognize scientific basis of education. |
5 |
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14 |
They evaluate themselves in terms of their own professional qualifications. |
0 |
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15 |
They avoid discrimination and defend that living an honorable and human-rights convenient life is required for all humanity. |
0 |
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16 |
They become a citizen-teacher model. They struggle for a solution to current problems of the globe and their own environment as a participant member of the society. |
3 |
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17 |
They value self-confidence, braveness to question and power of changing. They want to study hard and take responsibility for achieving that goal. |
4 |
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18 |
They reach information sources and evaluate their learnings in a critical attitude. |
5 |
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19 |
They value life-long learning. |
0 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
| Course Related Works |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
13 |
2 |
26 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
13 |
2 |
26 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
10 |
5 |
50 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
2 |
2 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
4 |
4 |
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Total Workload: | 108 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 4.32 |
| ECTS Credit: | 4 |
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