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| Unit | INSTITUTE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES |
| CLASSROOM TEACHING (MASTER) (WITHOUT THESIS) (DISTANCE EDUCATION) | |
| Code | USOYL720 |
| Name | Scientific Research and Project Writing |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Term | Fall and Spring |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Yüksek Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Uzaktan Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. FİLİZ YURTAL
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to enable students to identify scientific research problems in education and the social sciences, systematically and critically review the relevant literature, select appropriate research methods and plan data collection procedures, and prepare scientific research/project proposals. The course also aims to develop students' ability to plan research in accordance with ethical principles, use scientific sources effectively, apply academic writing and referencing conventions, and evaluate research/project proposals according to scientific criteria.
Course Content
The nature and fundamental concepts of scientific research; the scientific research process and types of research; identifying research topics and problems; research aims, research questions, and hypotheses; literature searches in academic databases; evaluation and synthesis of scientific literature; research ethics, academic integrity, plagiarism, and the ethical use of generative artificial intelligence; quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research; population, sampling, and study groups; data collection methods and instruments; validity, reliability, and trustworthiness in qualitative research; basic approaches to data analysis; scientific reporting and APA 7 referencing conventions; scientific project preparation; formulation of aims and objectives; work plans, timelines, budgets, outputs, and broader impact; preparation, presentation, and evaluation of research/project proposals.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Şener Büyüköztürk, Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri - Pegem Akademi Yayıncılık
Notes
Blaxter, L., C. Hughes and M. Tight. 2006. How to Research. 3rd Ed. Open University Press McGraw Hill, Berkshire, UK. Ghafoor, A. 2007. Manual for Synopsis and Thesis Preparation. Univ. Agri., Faisalabad, Pakistan (ISBN 969-8237-7-0). 109 p. Kothari, C.R. 2004. Research Methodology (Methods and Techniques) 2nd Ed. New Age International Publishers, India.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains the fundamental concepts, stages, and approaches of the scientific research process. |
| LO02 | Develops a researchable problem, aim, and research questions related to a topic in education. |
| LO03 | Locates academic sources related to a research topic, critically evaluates them, and synthesizes the literature. |
| LO04 | Selects an appropriate quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods design, sample/study group, and data collection methods for a research problem. |
| LO05 | Applies principles of research ethics, academic integrity, referencing, and the ethical use of generative artificial intelligence. |
| LO06 | Identifies an appropriate basic data analysis approach for the research problem and type of data. |
| LO07 | Prepares a research/project proposal in accordance with scientific writing conventions and APA 7 guidelines. |
| LO08 | Evaluates and presents a research/project proposal according to scientific criteria and improves it based on feedback. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Defines scientific research and analysis methods used in social sciences. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Primary School 1st-4th. express the classroom programs and the basic principles on which they are based. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Primary School 1st-4th. explains the development and learning theories in the classroom. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains teaching strategies, methods and techniques based on undergraduate qualifications. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Explains the interaction between disciplines related to the field. | 2 |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Primary School 1st-4th. explains the teaching principles of the classroom subject areas (Social Studies, Turkish, Science, Mathematics) at the level of expertise. | |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Classroom teaching uses field knowledge by associating it with knowledge in different fields. | 2 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Explains the theoretical and applied knowledge in the field at the level of expertise. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Interprets national and international classroom teaching practices with a critical perspective. | 3 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Plans and conducts a scientific research. | 5 |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies teaching methods and techniques based on undergraduate qualifications. | |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | He/she independently carries out a study that requires expertise in his/her field. | 4 |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | She/he critically questions scientific and social issues and is open to new perspectives. | 4 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | She/He carries out its studies within the framework of lifelong learning. | 2 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follows social and technological developments. | 2 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | It presents a scientific study carried out in the field of classroom teaching to experts or non-experts in written, oral and visual terms by supporting them with qualitative and quantitative data. | 4 |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Uses information and communication technologies effectively. | 3 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Acts in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethical values while conducting a scientific research or project or interpreting a study related to her/his field. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course introduction; introduction to scientific research and research thinking | Identifying areas of research interest | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Scientific knowledge, the research process, and types of research | Reading a scientific article | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Research topic, research problem, aim, and significance | Reviewing sample research problems | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Research questions, sub-problems, variables, and hypotheses | Drafting research questions | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 5 | Accessing scientific information and literature searching | Searching for relevant sources | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 6 | Evaluating and synthesizing literature; literature matrix | Reading selected studies | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 7 | Research ethics, academic integrity, plagiarism, APA 7, and ethical use of generative AI | Reviewing ethical cases | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Exam preparation | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Quantitative research methods and designs | Reading a quantitative study | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Qualitative and mixed methods research designs | Reading a qualitative/mixed methods study | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Population, sample, study group, and sampling methods | Reviewing sampling examples | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Data collection methods and instruments; validity, reliability, and trustworthiness | Reviewing data collection instruments | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 13 | Basic quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting findings | Reviewing a results section | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 14 | Scientific project writing: aims, objectives, methods, timeline, budget, outputs, and broader impact | Reviewing a sample project | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | Preparation, evaluation, and presentation of a research/project proposal | Preparing a research/project draft | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review of course topics | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review of course topics | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 20 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 20 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 80 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 17 | 4 | 68 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 139 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,56 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||