Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE 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 |
Dr. Öğr. Üyesi SABAHATTİN ÇAM
(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 | 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 basic concepts and principals of Psychological Counseling and Guidance | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the developmental characteristics of the individual and the factors that affect this development | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Explains theories of personality, psychological counseling and learning | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Explains career development and career choice process | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Explains scientific research methods and techniques | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Explains classroom and behavior management approaches | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Examines and evaluates problems in educational environment and in everyday life from the point of philosophy, sociology and psychology | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Explains how to begin and maintain psychological counseling and guidance process | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Explains psychological counseling and guidance practices appropriate for clients with different development and characteristics | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Acknowledges individuals with normal and abnormal characteristics | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Does guidance practices appropriate for different educational levels | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Formulates and evaluates psychological counseling and guidance programs | 4 |
| PLO13 | - | Uses helping skills effectively in psychological counseling | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Takes the responsibility of his/her decisions about her/his life and career | 4 |
| PLO15 | - | Develops insight and is open to learning and development | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Shows empathy and care towards people | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Uses effective communication skills in interpersonal relationships | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | In addition to professional development, develops himself/herself by identifying his/her needs in several areas such as science, culture, art and social in accordance with her/his ability and interest. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Acts colloboratively and cooperatively with her/his colleagues in work place | 5 |
| PLO20 | - | Acts appropriately with professional ethical standarts | 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 | ||