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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | EFMZ206 |
| Name | Research Methods in Education |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN ÖZGÜN |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EBRU KAYA
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Öğr. Gör. EBRU GENÇ (Bahar) (B Group) (Ins. in Charge) Dr. Öğr. Üyesi EBRU KAYA (Bahar) (C Group) (Ins. in Charge) Öğr. Gör. EBRU GENÇ (Bahar) (D Group) (Ins. in Charge) |
Course Goal / Objective
To be able to discuss science and 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.
Course Content
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.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Discusses the knowledge and science concepts transformation in the historical process |
| LO02 | Explains the importance of scientific thinking method for understanding and inquiry life |
| LO03 | Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science |
| LO04 | Conducts research in social sciences research and presents the findings |
| LO05 | Conducts research in social sciences research and presents the findings |
| LO06 | Determines a problem for research, conducts research using the steps of scientific method |
| LO07 | Writes his research report |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Students have knowledge on theory, practice and terminology in the area of learning and teaching English as a foreign language | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Knowledge on the basic concept, theories and movement in the areas of linguistics, culture, literature, translation and communication. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Knowledge on learner variables such as age, level, learning styles and strategies and their impact on the process of learning and teaching English | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Students have knowledge on qualitative and quantitative research methods in the area | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Students can reconstruct knowledge by using pedagogical skills, and develop lesson plans, methods, materials, activities and assessment samples by taking learners´´ ages, levels and needs into account | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Use information technologies effectively in the process of planning both learning and teaching by taking developmental characteristics and individual differences of learners into account | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Analyze teaching materials with a critical perspective and adopt and develop these teaching materials | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Evaluate the problems in the process of English language teaching and offer effective solutions to these problems | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Use teaching methods and techniques in order to develop learners´´ critical and creative thinking skills, and problem solving skills | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Evaluate the students´´ learning outcomes multi-directionally by using various methods | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Students can take responsibility as an individual and as a member of a team to solve the problems in English language teaching and can develop pedagogical knowledge and skills in a continuous manner | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Develop independent behavioral skills such as taking initiative and being creative in teaching practices | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Students can recognize themselves as individuals and use their strengths and learn from their weaknesses | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Use the ways to access information effectively | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Use language learning strategies effectively | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Students can use information and communication strategies in the area of English language teaching | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Be aware of cultural factors at a national and international level which might be influential in English language teaching | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | Students can recognize the structure, purpose and function of the National Education System and act in accordance with the legislation, democratic, social, scientific and cultural values, and professional code of ethics | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Communicate with the school administration, parents, colleagues and non-governmental organizations in order to develop individual, psychological, ethical, social and cultural skills of learners | 5 |
| PLO20 | - | Students can have professional self-confidence and grasp , internalize and implement social and cultural responsibilities as a teacher | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 2 | Basic concepts and principles of research methods | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 3 | Research process - recognizing the problem, identifying the problem and sample, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting the results | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 4 | General characteristics of data collection tools in research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 5 | Analysis and evaluation of data in research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 6 | Access to articles, theses and databases | Selecting your own problem, describing this problem not to exceed two page. The problem statement must be expressed in the question form at the end of the problem situation | |
| 7 | Models in the research process | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for the exam | |
| 9 | Basic paradigms in scientific research; quantitative, qualitative and mixed research designs, similarities, differences | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 10 | Sampling, data collection, data analysis in qualitative research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 11 | Validity and reliability in qualitative research; | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 12 | Article or thesis review, evaluation and presentation | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 13 | Preparing a research report in accordance with research principles and ethics | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 14 | Action Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 15 | General assessment of student assignments and course process | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preperation for exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preperation for exam |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 69 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,76 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||