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| Code | EFMZ206 |
| Name | Educational Research Methods |
| Term | 2023-2024 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 |
Prof. Dr. ADNAN GÜMÜŞ
(A 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
No prerequisites.
Resources
Compiled pdf notes on basic methodology problems and research techniques, plus Karasar's methodology book
Notes
Publications and research articles on methods, statistics, philosophy of knowledge and science.
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 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 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains theorical debates of three main areas (philosophy, sociology, psychology) in relation to today´s problems | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the problems differed from past to present these issues in terms of present-day | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines required concepts of the three main areas (philosophy, sociology, psychology) | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognizes problems encountered in the work area | 3 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Integrates theoretical knowledge with knowledge from relevant disciplines | 3 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Makes research sources of the main problems in field of Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology | 5 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Evaluates the problems encountered in the educational environment and daily life from the perspective of philosophy, sociology and psychology | 5 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Puts solutıon recommendations forward systematically and consistently in writing and orally for encountered problems and knowledge in the field | 4 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes responsibility individually and/or within a team | 1 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Deals with problems related to man,society and values independently | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Access related printed information and other sources of information in the field | 3 |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Be open to continuous self-development and research | 5 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Shows sensivity to issues of social, philosophical, and literary | 4 |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of computer software and hardware in subjects related to philosophy, social sciences, educational sciences and educational technologies | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Follows the information and developments in the field in interaction with colleagues | 1 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Gets ability of critical thinking | 3 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Uses information related with his/her field in business and everyday life with the awareness of social responsibility | 2 |
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 | Preparing for the project | |
| 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 project | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preperation for project |
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 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 14 | 14 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||