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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PRE-SCHOOL TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | OGK306 |
| Name | Scientific Research Methods |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 6. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN ÖZGÜN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN ÖZGÜN
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
To be able to discuss science and basic concepts (phenomenon, knowledge, absolute, error, universal fact etc.), basics of history of science, Being able to discuss and use structure of scientific research, scientific methods and different perspectives about scientific methods, problem, research model, sampling, data collection, methods in data collection (quantitative and qualitative methods), analysis, interpretation of data and reporting.
Course Content
Science and basic concepts (phenomenon, knowledge, absolute, error, universal fact etc.), basics of history of science, structure of scientific research, scientific methods and different perspectives about scientific methods, problem, research model, sampling, data collection, methods in data collection (quantitative and qualitative methods), analysis, interpretation of data and reporting.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explains the theories of development, learning, and education related to pre-school children. | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains regulations, principles and education program about early childhood education. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Explains basic concepts related to Science and Mathematics. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Prepares an annual/daily plan by considering pre-school children´s developmental characteristics, individual differences, and their interests and needs. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Uses family involvement strategies actively. | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Plans and conducts a scientific project , and do necessary analysis by using scientific research methodology . | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Designs and organizes educational environments in accordance with children´s developmental needs, physical conditions and principles of effective classroom management. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Does multifaceted assessment and evaluation to support children´s development and provide long lasting educational effects. | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Applies appropriate methods and techniques to support children´s development from all perspectives. | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Chooses, prepares and uses materials appropriate for children´s developmental level and individual characteristics. | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Modifies education settings to accommodate children with special needs and applies an inclusive education. | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses information technology effectively to reach educational goals. | 0 |
| PLO13 | - | Considers issues related to educational settings and daily life based on historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives. | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Takes an active role in individual and group activities and successfully finish the tasks. | 3 |
| PLO15 | - | Has the ability to search, discover, create alternative solutions, reach information, think critically and engages in productive discussions for personal and professional improvement. | 3 |
| PLO16 | - | Has the skills of active listening, empathy, self-expression, and use of communication technology for effective interpersonal communication. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Improves him-/herself continuously in scientific, social, cultural and athletic field besides professional development. | 0 |
| PLO18 | - | Has necessary skills and knowledge in the fields of music, games and drama. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows critical, creative and independent thinking abilities and posseses a multi dimensional perspective on professional, social and cultural issues. | 0 |
| PLO20 | - | Uses her/his knowledge in professional and daily life in accordance with social responsibility and ethics. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 2 | Basic concept and sicience | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 3 | Basic information on the history of science | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 4 | Structure of scientific research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 5 | Scientific methods and different views on this methods | Answering preparation questions and reading section and examination research report and thesis | |
| 6 | Problem | Selecting your own problem, describing this problem not to exceed two page. The problem statement must be expressed in the question form at the end of the problem situation | |
| 7 | Problem situation | Write your general and sub purpose of the study Indicate your choice of problems and limitations and possible supposition | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | submission of homework | |
| 9 | Model of the study | Determining the most appropriate research model of your problem and briefly explain why you select this model | |
| 10 | Population and sample | Determining the appropriate population and sample and explain how selected the sample | |
| 11 | Data collection methods: qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques | Identifying the ways to data collection for the purpose of the research problem Prepare an appropriate data collection tool. for example surveys, observation form, interview form and so on | |
| 12 | The collection of the data | Implementation of data collection tools | |
| 13 | Data analysis | To the input and the creation of the data matrix | |
| 14 | Interpretation and reporting of the data | Written findings | |
| 15 | Interpretation and reporting of the data 2 | Writing discussion, conclusions and recommendations and complete the research report | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preperation for exam | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preperation for exam |
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 |