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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| GERMAN LANGUAGE TEACHING PR. | |
| Code | EFMZ206 |
| Name | Research Methods in Education |
| Term | 2021-2022 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 | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ÖZKAN ÖZGÜN |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. TAHİR BALCI
(Bahar)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
Prof. Dr. TAHİR BALCI (Bahar) (B 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
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Discusses the knowledge and science concepts transformation in the historical process |
| LO02 | Explains the importance of scientific thinking method for understanding and inquiry life |
| LO03 | Explains the limitations of the scientific method in social science |
| LO04 | Conducts research in social sciences research and presents the findings |
| LO05 | Conducts research in social sciences research and presents the findings |
| LO06 | Determines a problem for research, conducts research using the steps of scientific method |
| LO07 | Writes his research report |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Conceives the concepts and relationships between concepts related to German. | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Conceives the methods in relation to the production of scientific knowledge | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Knows methods, strategies and techniques necessary to teach German and has the knowledge of assessment and evaluation. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Acquires knowledge of the development, learning properties and learning difficulties of German learners | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Has conceptualisation skill of phenomena of German, investigates using scientific methods and techniques, evaluates data, describes problems, analyzes, and develops recommendations and solutions | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Uses the authentic resources related to German by benefiting from scientific research methods and techniques. | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Evaluates, chooses and develops instructional materials suitable for subject area, student characteristics, acquirements and learning conditions. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Knows development properties and individual differences of students and applies the most appropriate teaching strategies, methods and techniques taking into account the characteristics and acquirements of German. | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Evaluates the acquirements of primary and secondary school students in a multidirectional way. | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Has responsibility as individual and group in order to solve the complicated problems that are not provisioned during teaching experiences. | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Fulfills the responsibility taken in individual and group works effectively; also is aware of their individuality and uses his/her creative and strong sides. | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Follows the recent developments and needs in German teaching, evaluates them and is open to life-long learning. | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Evaluates knowledge and skills they acquired critically. | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Participates in art and culture activities; also develops awareness and sensibility towards different cultures and values and reflect all these to the learning environment. | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Is sensitive to the actuality in national and global levels;also plans and applies professional projects and activities for the society in which he/she lives | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Shares their suggestions related to opinions and problems depending the data supported qualitatively and quantitatively and communicates with his/her colleagues, and follows developments in his/her field expressing him-/herselves in German in daily and profesional life. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Uses information and communication technologies that are used in teaching German. | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | Develops appropriate behaviors by acquiring knowledge and skills for moral values in social and professional life. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Has individual and institutional communication skills to create a secure school climate and is conscious about protecting environment and labor safety. | 5 |
| PLO20 | - | Is aware of national and universal sensitivities expressed in National Education Law; also has ideal behaviors in relation to individual tasks, the laws about rights and responsibilities. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, course content, objectives and requirements for promotion | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 2 | Basic concepts and principles of research methods | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 3 | Research process - recognizing the problem, identifying the problem and sample, collecting and analyzing data, interpreting the results | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 4 | General characteristics of data collection tools in research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 5 | Analysis and evaluation of data in research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 6 | Access to articles, theses and databases | 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 | Models in the research process | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Studying for the exam | |
| 9 | Basic paradigms in scientific research; quantitative, qualitative and mixed research designs, similarities, differences | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 10 | Sampling, data collection, data analysis in qualitative research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 11 | Validity and reliability in qualitative research; | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 12 | Article or thesis review, evaluation and presentation | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 13 | Preparing a research report in accordance with research principles and ethics | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 14 | Action Research | Answering preparation questions and reading section | |
| 15 | General assessment of student assignments and course process | 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 | ||