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Course Description Course Name : Research Methods in Instructional Technology Course Code : BTE 717 Course Type : Optional Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall and Spring (16 Weeks) ECTS : 5 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. M.EMRE SEZGİN Learning Outcomes of the Course : Explains the relationship among the resources of knowledge, scientific knowledge and scientific thinking. Explains and classifies research methods. Explains the differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods. Defines research problems in instructional technology. Explains sampling methods. Explains data collection tools and procedures in instructional technology. Defines the concepts of reliability and validity in instructional technology research. Explains the parts required in a research report. Evaluates a research article based on scientific research criteria. Explains the relationship between professional and scientific ethics. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : This course aims to provide prospective teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge in planning, conducting and reporting a research study in instructional technology. It focuses on such main issues as the nature of scientific inquiry, phases of educational research, intellectual property rights and ethics in educational research, forming research questions, data collection and analysis techniques and preparing a research report. Course Contents : The ways of knowing, scientific method of research, classification of research, research ethics, problem identification, sampling methods, data collection techniques, qualitative and quantitative research designs, APA reporting. 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 The ways of knowing, resources, scientific knowledge Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 2 Quantitative research methods Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 3 Qualitative research methods Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 4 Explaining the difference between qualitative and quantitative methods Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 5 Defining research problems in instructional technology Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 6 Sampling methods Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 7 Data collection tools and processes in instructional technology Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 8 Midterm Exams Preparing for the exam and reviewing the topics Written examination 9 Reliability and validity in instructional technology research studies Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 10 The parts in research report Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 11 Evaluating a research article based on scientific research criteria Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 12 Evaluating a research article based on scientific research criteria Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 13 Evaluating a research article based on scientific research criteria Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 14 Proposing a research topic related to the field Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 15 The relationship between professional and scientific ethics Related chapters in the coursebook. Lecture, Question-Answer, Drill and Practice, Case Study 16/17 Final Assessments Preparing for the exam and reviewing the topics Written examination   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Karasar, N. (2006). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi, Nobel Kitabevi, 16. Baskı, Ankara  Fraenkel, J.R.; Wallen, N.; Hyun, H. (2011) How to Design and Evaluate Research in Education, Mc Graw-Hill Inc. Eight Ed. NY:  Cohen, L.; Lawrence, M. & Morrison, K. (2007). Research Methods in Education, Routledge, Sixth Edition, NY Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 40     Homeworks/Projects/Others 2 60 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 Takes responsibility for the dissemination of local and national developments in the field. 3 2 Supports the protection and learning of scientific and ethical values by considering them in his academic studies. 3 3 Transfers the developments in the other fields to the field of instructional technologies. 3 4 Creates a productive cooperative working environment and maintains it by developing an insight into the behavior of stakeholders. 2 5 Defines the unified structure of instructional technologies with other related fields. 3 6 Lists the applications of scientific research and related statistical techniques in the field of educational technology. 4 7 Follows the scientific developments in the field of educational technology, and implements them in his professional practice. 3 8 Follows the current problems and practices, identifies the knowledge and skills which will be required in the next stage and takes on new learning tasks. 3 9 Can supply or develop systems, methods, or tools to reduce the workload. 1 10 Interprets, develops and evaluates the strategies, policies and implementation plans related to the issues about the future of the field. 1 11 On the basis of qualifications acquired at undergraduate level, integrates and defines sub-areas of instructional technology, at the level of expertise. 4 12 Applies the processes of analysis, design, development, and evaluation on the basis of knowledge of instructional technologies. 4 13 Uses scientific research and statistical techniques in the area of classical applications of educational technology. 5 14 Evaluates the current complex theoretical problems in the scope of instructional technologies with integrity by understanding their multi-dimensional causes. 4 15 Develops a plan related to the solutions of complex, theoretical and current problems in the field, implements the plan and evaluates the results with a scientific perspective. 4 16 Takes personal responsibility in solving problems related to/in the field. 4 17 Communicates effectively with the students, teachers, school administrators, families and individuals in the study group . 2 18 Has foreign language knowledge to review the international resources in the field . 2 * 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) 2 3 6 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 2 6 12     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 30 30     Final Exam 1 30 30 Total Workload: 120 Total Workload / 25 (h): 4.8 ECTS Credit: 5