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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI301 |
| Name | Research Methods I |
| Term | 2017-2018 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 |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA |
| Course Instructor |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
It was aimed to give students a comprehensive understanding for research methodology in social sciences.
Course Content
Features of scientific methodology, types of research and the research process, tecniques of sampling and data collection, etics in research
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
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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 | Tells 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 | Identifies potential sources of bias in observational research. |
| LO10 | Demonstrates 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 | Ways of Knowing and Scientific Methodology | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | Types of Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Research process: Problem, hypotheses, assumptions, limitations and definitions | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | Review of Literature | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Sampling | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Data collection instruments | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Data collection instruments | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid term exam | Make exam preparation | |
| 9 | Data analysis and interpretation of the results | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | Survey Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | Correlational Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | Causal-Comparative Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Experimental Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Single Subject Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | Ethics and Research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 16 | Final exam | Make exam preparation | |
| 17 | Final exam | Make exam preparation |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 50 | 20 |
| 1. Performance Task (Application) | 50 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
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 | ||