| Course Description |
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| Course Name |
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Scientific Research Methods I |
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| Course Code |
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BED-522 |
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| Course Type |
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Compulsory |
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| Level of Course |
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Second Cycle |
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| Year of Study |
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1 |
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| Course Semester |
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Fall (16 Weeks) |
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| ECTS |
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3 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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Instructor DİLEK SEVİMLİ
Asst.Prof.Dr. FATMA PERVİN BİLİR
Asst.Prof.Dr. GONCA İNCE
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| Learning Outcomes of the Course |
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Describes the basic concepts (science, scientific research, variable, measurement)
Understands scientific research methods both descriptive and experimental
Understands data collection techniques (reviewing documents, observation) in scientific research
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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 the basic concepts in scientific research and types of research as well as the basic features of scientific research and the stages in the process of research. |
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| Course Contents |
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Science and scientific method, scientific research and basic concepts, types of scientific research, data collection techniques, scientific papers and chapters |
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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 |
Basic Concepts (science, scientific research, variables, population, sample, hypothesis, measurement) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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2 |
Reviewing documents for scientific research
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Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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3 |
Choosing a topic for research
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Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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4 |
Setting the theoretical background in scientific research
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Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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5 |
Determining the population and sample in scientific research
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Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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6 |
Forming research questions and hypotheses in scientific research
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Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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7 |
Collecting data |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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8 |
Midterm Exam |
Midterm Exam |
Midterm Exam |
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9 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (introduction, materials, methodology and findings) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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10 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (introduction, materials, methodology and findings) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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11 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (discussion, conclusion, implications, abstract and references) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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12 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (introduction, materials, methodology and findings) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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13 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (discussion, conclusion, implications, abstract and references) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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14 |
Writing the sections of an academic paper (discussion, conclusion, implications, abstract and references) |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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15 |
Presenting a scientific article |
Reading recommended resources |
Oral presentation |
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16/17 |
Final Exam |
Final Exam |
Final Exam |
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| Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes |
| # | Key Learning Outcome | Contribution* |
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1 |
Uses the knowledge, experience, practice and problem solving skills acquired during his/her graduate study in interdisciplinary studies. |
4 |
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2 |
Develops basic scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes about body and sports. |
5 |
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3 |
Reviews policies in Physical Education and sports. |
2 |
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4 |
Explains the principles of organizational ethics. |
1 |
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5 |
Determines physical activity levels of individuals in different age groups in Physical Education and sports. |
2 |
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6 |
Develops periods and models for movement development by age groups in Physical Education and sports. |
2 |
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7 |
Makes analyses of sample case studies in Physical Education and sports organizations. |
5 |
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8 |
Reviews test development and measurement results intended for the development of individuals in Physical Education and sports. |
5 |
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9 |
Follows the trends in his/her field and develops his/her communication skills using a foreign language. |
3 |
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10 |
Explains the research methods and uses statistical analysis procedures in Physical Education and sports. |
5 |
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11 |
Describes the climate and culture of physical education and sports organizations.
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0 |
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12 |
Is aware of the developmental and educational problems of special needs children. |
1 |
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13 |
Evaluates and measures the physical suitability in disabled sports. |
4 |
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14 |
Practices injury rehabilitation and first aid techniques in sports. |
0 |
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15 |
Follows the national and international developments in the field and continues professional development. |
2 |
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16 |
Plans and holds sports organizations. |
3 |
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17 |
Keeps the culture of Olympism and Olympic movement alive. |
5 |
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18 |
Identifies and implements recreational activities. |
1 |
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19 |
Identifies the psychological tendencies in sports and implements methods and techniques in psychology. |
3 |
| * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum). |
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