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| Unit | FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION |
| JOURNALISM PR. | |
| Code | GZT208 |
| Name | Research Methods |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-1 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2.5 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. Zeynep ÖZARSLAN |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. ÖZGÜR İLKE ŞANLIER
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
This course includes epistomological routes of sientific research, the process of research in social sciences, quantitative and qualititative research, data collection techniques, analysisi of data and reporting.
Course Content
introduce students to the scientific process in general, including the principles that guide social science; then it aims to introduce the student to the principal tools used to investigate the social sciences: the questionnaire, maintenance and participant observation
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Defines the basic concepts of scientific research. |
| LO02 | Lists the stages of scientific research in social sciences. |
| LO03 | Describes the scientific research process in social sciences. |
| LO04 | Explains the importance of quantitative and qualitative paradigms in social sciences. |
| LO05 | Lists the differences between quantitative and qualitative research in social sciences. |
| LO06 | Explains the importance of literature review. |
| LO07 | Explains the importance of citation and referencing in scientific research. |
| LO08 | Applies ethical rules in scientific research. |
| LO09 | Writes a research question. |
| LO10 | Discusses the theoretical foundations of research in communication sciences. |
| LO11 | Plans the research population and sampling. |
| LO12 | Describes the survey method as a quantitative research method in social sciences. |
| LO13 | Compares surveys and online surveys in terms of differences. |
| LO14 | Lists data collection techniques for research designed according to the qualitative research method. |
| LO15 | Describes different approaches in qualitative research. |
| LO16 | Describes the content analysis method. |
| LO17 | Describes the netnographic method. |
| LO18 | Designs a research using quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods for communication studies. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines the concepts and professional rules related to the profession and field of journalism. | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines news production, consumption and distribution processes, news sources, news / media text types. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | List the theories, models and approaches related to media and communication systems. | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Outlines the legal framework of journalism in Turkey and internationally, the legal rights of journalists, press professional principles, and ethical codes. | |
| PLO05 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Designs scientific research in the field of social sciences and humanities, especially communication and media. | 5 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Compares traditional and new/digital communication technologies, computers and information systems. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares written, visual and audio content for traditional and digital journalism/media environments. | |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Discusses the concepts/areas of society, culture and communication. | 4 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Apply democratic rules, human rights and communication rights to promote social reconciliation and peace. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Supports individual and collective work in professional life. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Critically discusses the agenda and innovations of local, regional, national and international media with new perspectives. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Examines traditional and digital media contents with critical approaches with media literacy competence. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Describe the professional, commercial and legal processes of journalism and media organizations, current and emerging business models. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Criticizes otherizing, discriminatory and hateful discourses in the media and society. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Through theoretical and practical knowledge, he/she supports decision-making mechanisms both in the media organization where he/she works and in the society where he/she lives. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Supports cultural, artistic and scientific activities related to the field. | 5 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Design solutions to problems in the functioning of journalism/media organizations. | |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Applies new generation journalism technologies. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Performs duties such as press consultancy, communication coordination, press advisory, and communication management in various institutions and organizations. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Supports work and worker safety within the framework of laws and regulations. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Communication Studies Research | Intrroducing course materials | |
| 2 | Ethics and Sampling in Research | Reading course materials | |
| 3 | Choosing Quantitive Research | Reading course materials | |
| 4 | Choosing Quantitive Research | Reading course materials | |
| 5 | Choosing Qualitative Research | Reading course materials | |
| 6 | Qualitative Research: Tools | Reading course materials | |
| 7 | Qualitative Research: Tools | Reading course materials | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Reading course materials | |
| 9 | Document research and analysis | Reading course materials | |
| 10 | Qualitative interview, ethnography and focus group | Reading course materials | |
| 11 | Analysis of quantitative data | Reading course materials | |
| 12 | Research Applications: Print, Electronic Media, and Advertising | Reading course materials | |
| 13 | Writing a Research Proposal | Reading course materials | |
| 14 | Writing a Research Proposal | Reading course materials | |
| 15 | Writing a Research Proposal | Reading course materials | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Reading course materials | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Reading course materials |
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 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 111 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,44 | ||
| ECTS | 4 ECTS | ||