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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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TEB209 |
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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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Assoc.Prof.Dr. AYTEN İFLAZOĞLU SABAN
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Discusses the knowledge and the concepts of science transformation in the historical process.
Explains the importance of scientific thinking method for understanding and inquiring life.
Explains the resource of the knowledge.
Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science.
Makes research on process and techniques used in social sciences research.
Determines a problem for research, conducts 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 teach students how to be able to discuss science and the basic concepts (phenomenon, knowledge, absolute, error, universal fact etc.), basics of history of science, being able to discuss and use 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 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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Faculty of Education Class |
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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 to the course content, objectives and requirements for the course.
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Answering the preparatory questions and reading the required section.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion |
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2 |
Science and its basic concepts |
Answering the preparatory questions and reading the required section.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion |
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3 |
Basic information on the history of science
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Answering the preparatory questions and reading the required section.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, research and analysis |
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4 |
Structure of scientific research
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Answering the preparatory questions and reading the required section.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work |
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5 |
Scientific methods and different views on these methods
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Answering the preparatory questions and reading the required section examining research reports and thesis.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work |
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Problem
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Selecting your own problem, describing this problem in not more than two pages. The problem statement must be expressed in question form at the end of the problematic situation. |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work |
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7 |
Problem
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Write your general and sub-aims of the study. Indicate your problems and limitations and possible suppositions.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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8 |
Mid-term Exam |
Preperation for the exam |
Written exam |
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9 |
The study model
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Determining the most appropriate research model for your problem and briefly explain why you selected this model |
Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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10 |
Population and sample
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Determining the appropriate population and sample and explain how selected the sample
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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11 |
Data collection methods: qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques
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Identifying the ways for data collection for the purpose of the research problem. Prepare an appropriate data collection tool. For example surveys, observation forms, interview form, etc.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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12 |
The collection of the data
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Implementation of data collection tools
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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13 |
Data analysis
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Input of the data and the creation of the data matrix.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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14 |
Interpreting and reporting the data
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Writing about the findings
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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15 |
Interpreting and reporting the data
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Writing about the discussion, conclusions and recommendations and complete the research report.
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Lectures, question-answers, discussion, small group work, problem based learning |
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16/17 |
Final exam |
Preperation for the exam |
Written exam |
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Required Course Resources |
| Resource Type | Resource Name |
| Recommended Course Material(s) |
 Karasar, N. (2002). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemi. (11. Baskı). Ankara: Nobel Yayıncılık.
Büyüköztürk, Ş., Çakmak, E.K., Akgün, Ö.E., Karadeniz, Ş. ve Demirel, F. (2008). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri. Ankara: Pegem Adademi.
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| Required Course Material(s) |
Balcı, A. (2001). Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma: Yöntem, teknik ve ilkeler. (3. Baskı). Ankara: PegemA Yayıncılık.
Kaptan, S. (1982). Bilimsel araştırma ve istatistik teknikler. Ankara: Rehber Yayınları.
Kuş, E. (2003). Nicel-nitel araştırma teknikleri: Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma teknikleri: Nicel mi? Nitel mi? Ankara: Anı Yayıncılık.
Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (1999). Sosyal bilimlerde nitel araştırma yöntemleri. Ankara: Seçkin Yayınevi.
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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 |
30 |
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Homeworks/Projects/Others |
6 |
70 |
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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 can evaluate the developmental stages and their roles in the learning processes of primary 5-8 grade students. |
0 |
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2 |
They can monitor the students´ learning processes while using the traditional methods and techniques of measurement besides the alternative measurement and evaluation methods and techniques. |
0 |
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3 |
They can take individual and group responsibility to solve the problems encountered related to classroom management. |
0 |
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4 |
They can use Turkish teaching program and the specific teaching strategies, methods and techniques to teach the program to Grades 5-8. |
2 |
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5 |
They can criticise and/or explain the characteristics of philosophical, literary and other works of art. |
3 |
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6 |
They can assess their performance objectively and make up for the deficiencies in accordance with the judgments made if they have any. |
0 |
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7 |
They can use the appropriate methods and techniques to help the students improve their higher thinking skills such as critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving. |
5 |
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8 |
They can use the appropriate techniques and methods to help the students improve their reading, listening, speaking, smooth and aesthetic writing skills. |
3 |
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9 |
They can develop appropriate learning materials and use the information and communication technologies in this process effectively. |
0 |
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10 |
They can explain the concepts and principles of Turkish sound, shape, sentence, text information and historical and contemporary Turkish dialects. |
0 |
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11 |
They can exlain the concepts and principles of basic language skills (reading, listening, speaking and writing) and grammar. |
0 |
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12 |
They can evaluate the periods of Turkish literature and the important people, events and the phenomena. |
0 |
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13 |
They can acquire self-learning ability. |
5 |
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14 |
They can communicate effectively with students, teachers, friends, school management and parents. |
0 |
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15 |
They can improve themselves about the cultural and social aspects. |
0 |
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16 |
They have the knowledge and skills required by the field of study. |
4 |
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17 |
They can apply the basic principles and general objectives of education. |
3 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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| Student Workload - ECTS |
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Total Workload (Hour) |
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Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) |
14 |
2 |
28 |
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Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) |
10 |
4 |
40 |
| Assesment Related Works |
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Homeworks, Projects, Others |
6 |
3 |
18 |
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Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) |
1 |
4 |
4 |
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Final Exam |
1 |
4 |
4 |
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Total Workload: | 94 |
| Total Workload / 25 (h): | 3.76 |
| ECTS Credit: | 4 |
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