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| Code | ME816 |
| Name | Qualitative research methods and Analysis of Data |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 8 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
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Course Goal / Objective
To enable graduate students to learn qualitative research techniques and to analyze the data they collect when they use this method in their research.
Course Content
Information and examples about qualitative research techniques, qualitative research-based research project planning in mathematics education, characteristics and types of qualitative research (phenomenology, theory building, ethnography, case study, action research) are included. It covers the planning of qualitative research, the creation of research questions, data collection methods, validity and reliability, data analysis and the use of qualitative research results.
Course Precondition
Not avaible
Resources
All books on Scientific Research Methods and Qualitative Research methods can be used as lecture notes. Ozmen, H., & Karamustafaoglu, O. (2019). Research methods in education. Ankara: Pegem Academy.
Notes
Miles, M. B., Huberman, A. M., & Saldaña, J. (2018). Qualitative data analysis: A methods sourcebook. Sage publications. Creswell, J. W., & Poth, C. N. (2016). Qualitative inquiry and research design: Choosing among five approaches. Sage publications. Kincheloe, J. (2012). Teachers as researchers (classic edition): Qualitative inquiry as a path to empowerment. Routledge.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines qualitative research techniques. |
| LO02 | Gains knowledge about the characteristics and types of qualitative research (phenomenology, theory building, ethnography, case study, action research). |
| LO03 | Makes the planning of qualitative research. |
| LO04 | Forms research questions in qualitative research. |
| LO05 | Explains the data collection methods used in qualitative research. |
| LO06 | Determines the data collection method in qualitative research and analyses validity and reliability. |
| LO07 | Gains experience in using the results by performing data analysis in qualitative research. |
| LO08 | Presents the study finalised by qualitative research method in a scientific meeting. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Based on master's qualifications, he/she develops and deepens current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research at the level of expertise and reaches original definitions that will bring innovation to science. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Establishes relationships between various disciplines and sub-fields that the field is related to, and reaches original results by using their expertise in the analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas. | |
| PLO03 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Approaches new information in the field in a systematic way and conducts advanced research in the field. | 5 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Develops a new scientific method that brings innovation to science or applies a known method to a different field; At this point, it designs and carries out an original research. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Makes critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Contributes to science with an original, publishable work that brings innovation to science, develops a new scientific method or applies a known method to a field. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Expands the limits of knowledge in the field by publishing scientific articles related to the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | 5 |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Takes leadership in original and interdisciplinary studies. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | It carries out its work independently or as a team member. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Creative and critical thinkers; develops new ideas and methods related to the field by using high-level mental processes such as problem solving and decision making. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Becomes a facilitator/director in education and training activities in his/her field. | 3 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Continues the teaching processes on an interactive and ethical basis. | 3 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Develops and implements effective teaching strategies in order to provide students with knowledge and skills related to the field. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Examines social relations and the norms that guide these relations with a critical perspective, develops them and manages actions to change them when necessary. | 3 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Defends their original views in a community of experts. | 2 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Using a foreign language at least at the C1 General Level of the European Language Portfolio, communicates and discusses advanced written, oral and visual communication. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates by considering cultural differences in all national and international studies. | 3 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It contributes to the process of becoming an information society by introducing technological, social and cultural advances to the society in the academic and professional context. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Establishes functional interaction with relevant persons and institutions by using strategic decision-making processes in solving the problems encountered in the field. | 4 |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It produces solutions on social, scientific and ethical issues related to its field and supports the development of these values at the national and international level. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction of the program and determination of the rules of the course / General features of the qualitative research method | obtaining relevant resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Comparison of qualitative and quantitative research approaches | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation) | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Ethical aspects of qualitative research / Difficulties in doing qualitative research | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation and document review) | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Anlatım |
| 6 | Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Interview)-1 | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Interview)-2 | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Midterm exam | review of relevant resources | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Video tape data) | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Patterns in qualitative research / The role of the researcher / Data collection process | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Detailed observation feedback | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Revision of analysis in qualitative research | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Computer-assisted qualitative data analysis / Evaluation of qualitative research | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma |
| 14 | Interview feedback / Determination of qualitative research evaluation criteria | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Critical analysis of a published qualitative research | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Student presentations 1 | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 17 | Student presentations 2 | Reading related resources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 10 | 140 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 211 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 8,44 | ||
| ECTS | 8 ECTS | ||