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EDS302

RESEARCH METHODS AND ETHICS

Course Code
EDS302
Semester
Sixth Term (Spring)
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
3
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study3
SemesterSixth Term (Spring)
ECTS3
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Distinguishes quantitative research approaches,
  2. Compares different research approaches,
  3. Designs a defensible research problem/question related to the related discipline,
  4. Makes generalizations based on literature review related to the research question,
  5. Decides on the research method and design appropriate to the solution of the research problem,
  6. Evaluates research articles written in the field based on internal and external validity criteria.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionIn this course, it is aimed for students to develop the basic concepts of quantitative research methods. In this process, points that need to be taken into consideration, especially regarding publication ethics, are emphasized. At the end of the course, students will be able to compare the basic concepts and types of scientific research used in research in the field of social sciences, define defensible research problems, conduct a literature review for the research problem, propose hypotheses for the problem situation, determine different samples, choose research methods and data collection techniques that are suitable for the research question. They are expected to make decisions, evaluate research conducted in their field in terms of validity, and understand the basic concepts of research and publication ethics and the basic principles of unethical behavior.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week The nature and tools of scientific research
2nd Week Preparing research questions
3rd Week Hypothesis, dependent variable, independent variable, intermediate variable
4th Week Quantitative research types (Experimental designs, Correlative research)
5th Week Quantitative research types (Research requiring comparison, Field Surveys), Mixed designs
6th Week Literature review and ethical principles
7th Week Sample selection
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Information gathering tools in research
10th Week Internal validity of the research
11th Week External validity of the research
12th Week Evidence of validity and reliability in data collection,
13th Week Reporting of the research: sections, writing rules, bibliography and ethical principles
14th Week Sample article reviews studied in the field of profession
15th Week Revision
Recommended or Required ReadingKarasar, N. (2017). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemi: Kavramlar ilkeler teknikler (2. Yazım, 32. Basım). Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Christensen,L.B., Turner,L.A.Johnson, R.B. (2020) Araştırma Yöntemleri: Desen ve Analiz. (TURCADEMY)
Leedy, P. D.(1980). Practical Research: Planning and Design. New York: Macmillan Publishing Co.Incs. (e-kitap)
Cemaloğlu, Necati (Editör) (2020). Bilimsel Araştırma Teknikleri ve Etik. (2. Baskı). Ankara: Pegem Yayınları. (TURCADEMY)
Yılmaz, Kürşad ve Arık, Serkan (Editörler)(2021). Bilim ve Araştırma Etiği. (3. Baskı). Ankara: Pegem Yayınları. (TURCADEMY)
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Assignment 2 30
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 10 10
Course hours 13 2 26
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 8 8
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 2 7 14
Total Work Load90
Total Work Load / 30 (h)3
ECTS Credit of the Course3
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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