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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI302 |
| Name | Research Methods II |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. 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
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
Students are aimed to gain ability to develop a research question and design an independent research; to be able to select appropriate methods and techniques for their research; to be able to distinguish qualitative and quantitative research methods; and to be able write down a research report scientifically acceptable in terms of its content and its writing format.
Course Content
Qualitative research methodologies and qualitative data analysis, planning, conducting and reporting a research in the field of psychology
Course Precondition
Yok
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the differences between experimental designs and descriptive designs. |
| LO02 | Explains the necessary conditions to make cause-effect relationship inference. |
| LO03 | Explains the logic and properties of the independent groups design. |
| LO04 | Explain the logic ann properties of the repeated measures design. |
| LO05 | Explain the logic and properties of the compleks designs. |
| LO06 | Evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of the case study method |
| LO07 | Explain the logic and the properties of the single-subject designs. |
| LO08 | Explain the logic and properties of quasi-experimental designs. |
| LO09 | Lists threats to internal validity. |
| LO10 | Explains the components of the research report and the content of these components. |
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 | |
| 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 | Qualitative research methods | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 2 | Observation, İnterview, Focus Group Interviews | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 3 | Content analysis | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 4 | Case study and Action research | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 5 | Writing research proposals and reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 6 | Presentation of research proposals | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 7 | Presentation of research proposals | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 8 | Mid-term exam | Make exam preparation | |
| 9 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 10 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 11 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 12 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 13 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 14 | Presentation of research reports | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles | |
| 15 | Presentation of research reports | 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 | 100 | 40 |
| 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 | ||