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| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PRIMAY SCHOOL 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 | Uzaktan 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 | - | Explains the concepts and principles related to the subject areas of Primary Education (Mathematics, Turkish, Science and Technology, Life Science, Social Studies, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, etc.). | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluates the characteristics of 1st-5th year primary school students´´ development along with their role in learning. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Evaluates the significant people, events and phenomena in the historical process in terms of their effect on educational applications. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Uses not only the 1st- 5th grades primary education programs (Turkish, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Social Science, Natural Science, Physical Education, Music, Visual Arts, etc.) but also the specific teaching strategies, methods and techniques of these programs. | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Makes a critique of art products in the light of information regarding art and describes their qualities. | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Utilizes the process of generating scientific knowledge in order to solve the problems which are encountered in Primary School Education. | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Utilizes appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ such high-order thinking skills as critical, creative as well as problem solving. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Plans, implements and evaluates the process of teaching and learning by taking the characteristics of students´ development, individual differences as well as the properties of the subject area into account | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Evaluates students´ learning process by means of different methods and techniques of evaluation and assessment. | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Generates appropriate learning materials in order to create effective teaching and learning processes, and uses information and communication technologies effectively during this process. | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Takes responsibility both individually and within groups to solve problems encountered during the applications in primary education | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Monitors their performance and attempts to improve their professional knowledge and skills. | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Evaluates the information she/he gains in a critical way by acquiring autonomous learning skills | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Along with their professional development, improves himself/herself in scientific, cultural, artistic and social areas in accordance with his/her interests and abilities through identifying his/her needs. | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Exchanges his/her ideas and solutions related to the field of teaching in a written or oral way effectively | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Establishes effective communication with their students, colleagues, school management and families, and develops strategies to ensure families´ participation and support. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Within the scope of the education system and school management, utilizes general objectives and basic principles of education in the application. | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | Develops projects and activities in order to make the social environment livable. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Makes self-assessment / personal opinion through observing the artistic and scientific activities as well as following the current national and international events. | 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 | ||