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| Code | PSI301 |
| Name | Research Methods I |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. İrem ÖZDEMİR
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the methods and purposes of psychology, to provide information on ethical issues in psychology research, and to introduce descriptive designs based on observation and survey.
Course Content
In this course, the characteristics of the scientific method, the stages of the research process, research ethics, observational research and survey research topics are covered.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Shaughnessy, J. J., Zechmeister, E. B., Zechmeister, J. S. (2016). Psikolojide araştırma yöntemleri. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Notes
Karasar, Niyazi (2020) Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi, Nobel yayınevi
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the difference between scientific methods and other ways of knowing |
| LO02 | Explain the aims of the scientific method |
| LO03 | Explains ethical issues to consider in psychology research |
| LO04 | Explain the logic and characteristics of observational research |
| LO05 | Explain the logic and characteristics of descriptive research |
| LO06 | Explains the characteristics that survey questions should have |
| LO07 | Recognizes sampling methods. |
| LO08 | Lists the advantages and disadvantages of different survey methods. |
| LO09 | Recognizes the potential sources of bias in observational research. |
| LO10 | Recognizes the types of observational research designs. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 2 |
| PLO04 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. | 4 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. | 4 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 4 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. | 2 |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. | 2 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | The Science of Psychology | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Thinking Like a Researcher | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Scientific and Everyday Approaches to Knowledge | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Goals of Scientific Method | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Scientific Theory Constuction and Testing | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Ethical Issues in Psychological Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Ethical Issues in Psychological Research 2 | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Direct Observational Methods | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Indirect Observational Methods | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Analysis of Observational Data | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Survey Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Sampling in Survey Research and Survey Research Designs | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Questionnaires | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
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 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||