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BUOS109

SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODS AND ETHICS

Course Code
BUOS109
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Will be able to explain basic principles of scientific research,
  2. Will be able to explain the types of scientific research,
  3. Will be able to explain the steps of the scientific research,
  4. Will be able to explain research ethics.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course covers the fundamental stages and methods of the scientific research process. Students gain knowledge on defining research problems, conducting literature reviews, formulating hypotheses, data collection methods, sampling techniques, and research models. Additionally, the course aims to raise awareness about qualitative and quantitative research approaches and scientific research ethics.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Basic Concepts: Scientific Research and Its Importance, The Place and Importance of Technology in Scientific Research, Research Education
2nd Week Preparing a Scientific Project Proposal: Problem, Purpose, Significance, Hypotheses, Definitions, Documentation
3rd Week Literature Review
4th Week Research Proposal Development Stages: Defining the Problem
5th Week Research Model: Screening Studies / Trial Studies
6th Week Screening Studies / Trial Studies
7th Week Universe-Sampling, Sampling Methods I
8th Week Mid-term exam
9th Week Universe-Sampling, Sampling Methods II
10th Week Data Collection Tools Survey, Observation etc.
11th Week Measurement Tool Adaptation Process
12th Week Qualitative Studies
13th Week Quantitative Studies
14th Week Scientific Research Ethics
Recommended or Required Reading1. Büyüköztürk, Ş., Aygün, Ö., Çakmak, E. ve Karadeniz, Ş. (2016). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri, Pegem Akademi Yayıncılık, Ankara.
2. Kıncal, R. ve Şahin, Ç. (2022). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri, Nobel Akademi Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Practice
  • Questions/Answers
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Quiz 3 20
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz 3 5 15
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 25 25
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 25 25
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework
Total Work Load153
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.1
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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