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Course Description Course Name : Research Met. in Social Science Course Code : IR 219 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 2 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 4 Name of Lecturer(s) : Learning Outcomes of the Course : Analyzes the current isssues on methods in Social Sciences. Improves students´ knowledge on qualitative and quantitative methods with theoretical explanation in Social Sciences. Improves students´ ability to establish research questions and to develop the useful conceptual framework in Social Sciences. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The main aim of the course is to provide students with the ability to use quantitative and qualitative approaches in the social sciences and to analyze issues concerning social sciences from the theoretical perspectives. Course Contents : This course introduces students to quantitative and qualitative methods in the social sciences. In addition, this course develops students´ theoretical and practical knowledges in social sciences from a scientific perspective. 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 Literature Studies in Social Sciences Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 2 Conceptual Debates in Social Sciences Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 3 Theoretical Debates in Social Sciences Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 4 Methodological Debates in Social Sciences Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 5 Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences I Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 6 Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences II Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 7 Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences III Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 8 Mid term exam Studying for exam - 9 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences I Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 10 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences II Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 11 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences III Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 12 Discourse Analysis in Social Sciences I Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 13 Discourse Analysis in Social Sciences II Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 14 Content Analysis in Social Sciences I Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 15 Content Analysis in Social Sciences II Reading assignment Lecture and Discussion 16/17 Final exam Studying for exam -   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Kaan BÖKE (ed.), Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri, Alfa Yayınları, 2012.  Keith F. Punch, Sosyal Araştırmalara Giriş (Nicel ve Nitel yaklaşımlar), Siyasal Kitabevi, 2. Baskı, 2011. 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 Develops skills of defining and analyzing the international, regional and national oriented issues, producing appropriate conflict-resolution techniques and negotiation skills. 2 2 Becomes skilful at following and interpreting different social areas in international and national levels and also applies the problem-solving oriented practices. 3 3 Uses Turkish, and at least one more foreign language, in accordance with the requirements of academic and work life. 4 4 Understands and interprets the feelings, thoughts and behaviors of related persons correctly; and expresses himself/herself in written and oral forms accurately. 2 5 Questions traditional approaches, practices and methods; and develops and applies new study methods if necessary. 4 6 Recognizes and implements social, scientific and professional ethical values. 4 7 Has the conceptual and theoretical competence to explain the phenomena in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations. 3 8 Collects, reviews and analyzes the data obtained which necessary for modelling applications in the Social Science. 5 9 Improves his/herself constantly by defining educational requirements considering interests and talents in scientific, cultural, art and social fields besides career development. 5 10 Develops critical thinking skills. 5 11 In recognition of the need for lifelong learning, follows the latest developments in the field and improves himself/herself. 5 12 Individually and/or in a team, takes responsibility, leadership, and works effectively. 5 13 Identifies the international and national issues by methodologies used in the disciplines of Political Science and International Relations; chooses the appropriate analysis techniques across the issues and applies the appropriate empirical studies. 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) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5     Final Exam 1 10 10 Total Workload: 99 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.96 ECTS Credit: 4