Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| FRENCH TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | EFMZ206 |
| Name | Research Methods in Education |
| Term | 2020-2021 Academic Year |
| Semester | 4. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | VK Vocational Knowledge Courses C Compulsory |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN ÖZGÜN |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. MUSTAFA MAVAŞOĞLU
(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
Resources
Notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Recognizes reliable sources related to scientific research. |
| LO02 | Discusses the knowledge and science concepts transformation in the historical process |
| LO03 | Lists the steps of the research process. |
| LO04 | Explains the importance of scientific thinking method for understanding and inquiry life |
| LO05 | Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science |
| LO06 | Explain the differences between quantitative and qualitative research. |
| LO07 | Creates problems related to research methods used in social sciences appropriate to the field. |
| LO08 | Recognizes the properties and development ways of basic measurement tools to be used in the field. |
| LO09 | Conducts studies on research processes and techniques used in social sciences. |
| LO10 | Recognize the ethical principles in the preparation of a research. |
| LO11 | Transforms a problem, which identified for research into research using the steps of the scientific method. |
| LO12 | Prepares a research report in accordance with the principles of report preparation. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Understands the characterictics of the development of students at primary and secondary schools | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Defines basic terms and principles of linguistics, French linguistics and foreign language education. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Evaluates French teaching and related developments from different aspects by using scientific methods and techniques. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Describes the cultural factors that may affect French teaching comparatively | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Describes the field and funtions of French as a foreign language. | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Describes the methods of scientific data production in foreign langıage education | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Describes the French Language Education Programme and the methods, strategies and techniques used within this programme. | 3 |
| PLO08 | - | Describes the applications related to active communication with students. | 5 |
| PLO09 | - | Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ creative thinking and problem solving skills. | 4 |
| PLO10 | - | Plans teaching and learning process considering individual differences and subject fields. | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Uses information Technologies effectively in both teaching planning and learning process. | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses methods and techniques efficiently required for student centered education considering students´ individual and cultural differences. | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Observes students´ progress by using different assessment and evaluation methods and techniques. | 3 |
| PLO14 | - | Takesresponsibility individually or within a group to solve problems confronted in French language. | 5 |
| PLO15 | - | Becomes a sensitive citizen towards school, society and world problems. | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Evaluates gathered information with a critical attitude by obtaining self-learning skills. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Has a good communication with his/her students, collegues, school management and families. | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | Uses information and communication technologies related to French language education effectively. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Thinks about proficiency in French teaching and attempt for continuous development. | 5 |
| PLO20 | - | Analyzes by following latest innovations in the field of French language education in his/her close environment, country and the world. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 2 | Approaches to Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 3 | Research Problem | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 4 | Research Variables and Types of Variables | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 5 | Concept and Types of Hypotheses in Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 6 | Samples and Population in Research | 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 | Sampling Techniques | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for the exam | |
| 9 | Reliability in Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 10 | Validity in Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 11 | Data collection methods | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 12 | Qualitative Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 13 | Qualitative Research Models | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 14 | Case Studies | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 15 | Action Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 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 |
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 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 69 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,76 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||