EFMZ206 Research Methods in Education

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit FACULTY OF EDUCATION
TURKISH 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. AYTEN İFLAZOĞLU SABAN (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.

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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 - They can explain the concepts and principles of Turkish sound, shape, sentence, text information and historical and contemporary Turkish dialects. 0
PLO02 - They can exlain the concepts and principles of basic language skills (reading, listening, speaking and writing) and grammar. 0
PLO03 - They can evaluate the periods of Turkish literature and the important people, events and the phenomena. 0
PLO04 - They can evaluate the developmental stages and their roles in the learning processes of primary 5-8 grade students. 0
PLO05 - They can use Turkish teaching program and the specific teaching strategies, methods and techniques to teach the program to Grades 5-8. 0
PLO06 - They can criticise and/or explain the characteristics of philosophical, literary and other works of art. 5
PLO07 - They can use the appropriate methods and techniques to help the students improve their higher thinking skills such as critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving. 0
PLO08 - They can use the appropriate techniques and methods to help the students improve their reading, listening, speaking, smooth and aesthetic writing skills. 0
PLO09 - They can develop appropriate learning materials and use the information and communication technologies in this process effectively. 0
PLO10 - They can monitor the students´ learning processes while using the traditional methods and techniques of measurement besides the alternative measurement and evaluation methods and techniques. 0
PLO11 - They can take individual and group responsibility to solve the problems encountered related to classroom management. 0
PLO12 - They can assess their performance objectively and make up for the deficiencies in accordance with the judgments made if they have any. 4
PLO13 - They can acquire self-learning ability. 0
PLO14 - They can communicate effectively with students, teachers, friends, school management and parents. 4
PLO15 - They can improve themselves about the cultural and social aspects. 0
PLO16 - They have the knowledge and skills required by the field of study. 0
PLO17 - They can apply the basic principles and general objectives of education. 5


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

Update Time: 24.04.2025 12:13