Information
| Unit | FACULTY OF EDUCATION |
| FRENCH 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 |
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
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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 | - | 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. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Describes the applications related to active communication with students. | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Uses appropriate methods and techniques for the development of students´ creative thinking and problem solving skills. | 0 |
| 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. | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Takesresponsibility individually or within a group to solve problems confronted in French language. | 4 |
| 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 | 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 | ||