Information
| Unit | ADANA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| CHILD DEVEOPMENT PR. | |
| Code | CGP233 |
| Name | Research Methods and Techniques |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Ön Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. Dr. ZEYNEP ERÇEN |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör. Dr. ZEYNEP ERÇEN
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
In this course, its aimed that the students would recognize the differences between a healthy and unhealthy child; learn about the common children diseases during childhood, and vaccines and serums for prevention and treatment of diseases; and lastly develop cooperation skills to work with the staff for keeping children healthy.
Course Content
The characteristics of healthy and unhealthy children, the common childhood diseases and problems, cooperation with the staff for health of children, vaccines and serums.
Course Precondition
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Listing the steps of scientific method of research |
| LO02 | Explaining the steps of scientific method of research. |
| LO03 | Analysing the consistency among steps of scientific method of research. |
| LO04 | Determining the correct scientific method of research for a given problem. |
| LO05 | Determining the appropriate sampling method for a given problem. |
| LO06 | Choosing the best data gathering method for a given problem. |
| LO07 | Determining the best data analysis method for a given problem. |
| LO08 | Interpreting the findings obtained from the analysis of data |
| LO09 | Explaining the reporting process of scientific research |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains basic updated theoretical knowledge in the field of child development, necessary information for practice, necessary education and training tools and resources | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The students will be able to use the tools, materials, materials and communication technologies in the working processes related to the field. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Supports children's correct use of Turkish | |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies appropriate teaching strategies, methods, activities and techniques, taking into account the developmental characteristics and individual differences of children. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The students will be able to use a foreign language to follow the innovations in the field. | |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares educational materials supporting the developmental areas (physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional, sensory development areas) of children in pre-school education institutions and special education institutions and organizes educational environments. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Participates in group work or individual and acts with the group | 4 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have basic theoretical knowledge about mathematics and social sciences (History, Turkish etc.). | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | It reflects the philosophy, general characteristics and requirements of each element and classroom management of the program to its applications. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Occupational safety, worker health, occupational accidents, environmental protection and climate knowledge. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | He recognizes himself as an individual; uses their creativity and strengths and improves their weaknesses. | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Communicates effectively with other stakeholders, especially children and parents. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the characteristics of children with special needs, plans and implements the educational process for these children | |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops the ability to explore research methods, explore and produce alternative solutions. | 5 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | It acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation as an example to the society with its external appearance, attitudes and behaviors. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The introduction to the course, the Goals and Contents | ||
| 2 | Science and the principles | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions | |
| 3 | The structure of scientific research | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions | |
| 4 | Scientific methods and various perspectives on those methods | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions | |
| 5 | Research problem | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 6 | Research problem | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 7 | Research model | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 8 | Mid-term Exams | Prepare to exam | |
| 9 | Research model | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 10 | Sampling techniques | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 11 | Sampling techniques | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 12 | Data gathering process | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 13 | Data gathering methods: Quantitative data gathering | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 14 | Data gathering methods: Qualitative data gathering | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 15 | Data analysis | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 16 | Interpreting and reporting of data | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis | |
| 17 | Interpreting and reporting of data | Reading relevant sources and answering the preparation questions and the analysis of research and thesis |
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 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 78 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 3,12 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||