PSI301 Research Methods I

6 ECTS - 3-0 Duration (T+A)- 5. Semester- 3 National Credit

Information

Code PSI301
Name Research Methods I
Semester 5. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 6 ECTS
National Credit 3 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA


Course Goal

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the methods and purposes of psychology, to provide information on ethical issues in psychology research, and to introduce descriptive designs based on observation and survey.

Course Content

Features of the scientific method, stages of the research process, research ethics, observational research, survey research

Course Precondition

None

Resources

Shaughnessy, J. J., Zechmeister, E. B., Zechmeister, J. S. (2016). Psikolojide araştırma yöntemleri. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.

Notes

Karasar, Niyazi (2020) Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi, Nobel yayınevi


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Explain the difference between scientific methods and other ways of knowing
LO02 Explain the aims of the scientific method
LO03 Explains ethical issues to consider in psychology research
LO04 Explain the logic and characteristics of observational research
LO05 Explain the logic and characteristics of descriptive research
LO06 Explains the characteristics that survey questions should have


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the approaches and concepts related to the theoretical and application areas of psychology. 4
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective 3
PLO04 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas 3
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology by developing scientific understanding, critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills. 4
PLO06 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Studies human cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes with scientific methods. 4
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Conducts basic and applied psychology research 5
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Applies the methods and techniques of psychology in an interdisciplinary team. 2
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs 3
PLO10 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. 3
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. 3
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. 2
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Use information and communication technologies effectively.
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. 3
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
2 The Science of Psychology Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
3 Thinking Like a Researcher Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
4 Scientific and Everyday Approaches to Knowledge Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
5 Goals of Scientific Method Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
6 Scientific Theory Constuction and Testing Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
7 Ethical Issues in Psychological Research Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
8 Mid-Term Exam Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Ethical Issues in Psychological Research 2 Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
10 Direct Observational Methods Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
11 Indirect Observational Methods Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
12 Analysis of Observational Data Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
13 Survey Research Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
14 Sampling in Survey Research and Survey Research Designs Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
15 Questionnaires Scan topic to be taught and read suggested books and articles Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Tartışma
16 Term Exams Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
17 Term Exams Examining the resources related to the subject and preparing for the exam Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 5 70
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 15 15
Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload (Hour) 157
Total Workload / 25 (h) 6,28
ECTS 6 ECTS