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| Code | PFZ104 |
| Name | Research Methods and Use of Technology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 2. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SEMİN PAKSOY |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SEMİN PAKSOY
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
It is aimed to apply data collection and analysis processes, calculate and present descriptive and summary statistics, and report and present the obtained information and findings in accordance with scientific standards.
Course Content
Fundamental concepts and approaches in scientific research are examined, and research principles and processes are explored. Data analysis processes are applied using Excel, and the obtained data is reported. The prepared reports are converted into presentations following scientific standards and delivered through PowerPoint. Additionally, necessary revisions in reports are made to ensure a comprehensive approach to the scientific research process.
Course Precondition
no prerequisites
Resources
Halil Seyidoğlu, (2020). Bilimsel Araştırma ve Yazma El Kitabı, Güzem Can Yayınları, İstanbul. Ahmet DOĞANAY, Murat ATAİZİ, Ali ŞİMŞEK, Jale BALABAN SALI, Yavuz AKBULUT (2018). Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri, Anadolu Üniversitesi, Eskişehir.
Notes
Hayrettin Kemal SEZEN (2016). Excel VBA (2010-2013) Kullanım ve Programlama, Sentez Yayım ve Dağıtım, Bursa. "
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Comprehends what the research topic is and can determine its framework. |
| LO02 | Comprehends the importance of conducting research according to scientific norms. |
| LO03 | Learns to benefit from the methods of accessing the needed resources and data. |
| LO04 | Comprehends the necessity of using technology in data analysis. |
| LO05 | Learns the application of some data analysis methods. |
| LO06 | Gains the ability to interpret analysis results. |
| LO07 | Gains reporting skills by associating the analysis results with the purpose. |
| LO08 | Analyzes data appropriate to the research topic. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic conceptual information about economy and finance | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The departments of finance, law, economics, public administration, business administration and accounting have the necessary qualifications for the public and private sectors. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Analyses the basic conceptual knowledge about economics and finance in the context of current economic and financial developments. | |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Synthesises the information obtained from different sources within the framework of academic rules in the field of research | 4 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Works effectively individually and/or in a team. | 1 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Being aware of the necessity of lifelong learning, follows the current developments in the field. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Apart from the traditional approach, it develops new working methods when deemed necessary. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Turkish and at least one foreign language is used in accordance with the needs of academic life and business life | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Expresses herself orally and in writing | 1 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | To be able to collect and analyse data from different sources by using contemporary communication tools, methods and processes | 4 |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Having basic computer knowledge and skills, uses this information in the professional field. | 5 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Explains the duties, authority and functioning of public financial institutions | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Explains job descriptions and responsibilities of professionals in the field of finance | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Have social, scientific and ethical values. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Concepts and Approaches, Principles and Processes in Scientific Research | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 2 | Determining, Defining and Framing the Research Topic (The purpose and importance of the literature review) | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 3 | Describing Models and Patterns That Can Be Used in Social Sciences | reading | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 4 | Collecting and Organizing Data by Considering the Difference of Universe and Sampling | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 5 | Introduction to Excel | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım |
| 6 | Data Analysis (Creating summary tables and graphs by using Excel functions) | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Creating Logical and Statistical Functions in Excel | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Mid-Term Exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Using Database Functions in Data Analysis | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım |
| 10 | Performing Data Analysis by Preparing Data Tables | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım |
| 11 | Reporting of Scientific Research in Compliance with Standards | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Citation Compliance Checking in Reports with Recite (reciteworks.com) | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Measuring Similarity Rates of Reports – Checking with Turnitin | research | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım |
| 14 | Presenting Reports Using Power Point | APPLICATION | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Presenting Reports Using Power Point 2 | APPLICATION | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 16 | Term Exams | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Term Exams | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 15 | 3 | 45 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 80 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,20 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||