SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LEE690	SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY, TYY: + 7.Level, EQF-LLL: 7.Level, QF-EHEA: Third Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. MEHMET SOYAL
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	To teach students the basic principles that will enable them to conduct academic research in their fields at international scientific standards. To ensure that students can choose the correct data collection and analysis methods in accordance with the research topic. To ensure that students have the skills and competence to conduct research using scientific research methods and observing ethical values. To provide students with the ability to write scientific articles and theses.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The basic concepts of philosophy and methodology of science are investigated, data types are compared from various perspectives, and data collection and analysis methods are exemplified. It is ensured that the skills of using academic resources effectively and conveying research results correctly are acquired. It focuses on the relationship between science, theory and research, and how the processes of scientific research are carried out, from design and implementation to reporting. Writing scientific articles and thesis and the ethical rules to be followed during this process are discussed.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

The student knows research methods and basic principles of scientific research. The student discusses the basic concepts and problems of the scientific method and research process. The student decides which topic he/she should address with which research method. The student applies the writing format required to present a scientific research proposal in an academic context and to publish the results obtained. The student compares quantitative and qualitative research methods. The student explains the importance of ethics in research.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Basic Concepts: Science, Philosophy of Scientific Research	-
2	-	Introduction to Research Methods, Overview of Academic Literature	-
3	-	Thesis Writing Rules	-
4	-	Scientific Research Processes: Determining the Research Topic, Defining the Research Problem	-
5	-	Determining the Method and Model of the Research	-
6	-	Determining the Research Population and Sample, Hypotheses and Aims	-
7	-	Bilimsel Veri Toplama: Literatür Araştırması	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Data Collection Methods and Tools	-
10	-	Methods and Tools Used in Qualitative Data	-
11	-	Methods and Tools Used in Quantitative Data	-
12	-	Analysis of Data	-
13	-	Reporting the Research: In-Text and End-of-Text References, Summary, Tables and Figures	-
14	-	Bilimsel Araştırmada Etik Kuramları, Yayın Etiği	-
15	-	Ethical Theories in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Karasar, N. (2021). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi Kavramlar İlkeler Teknikler. Ankara: Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık. Tan, W. (2017). Research Methods A Practical Guide for Students and Researchers. Second Edition, World Scientific. Walliman, N. (2021). Research Methods The Basics. 3rd Edition, Routledge. Almutairi, A. O. (2017). Scientific Research Methods. International Institute for Science, Technology & Education.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Based on master's level qualifications, they develop advanced knowledge in his field with analytical thinking competence at the level of expertise and will bring innovation to training science. arrive at original definitions.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By understanding the interdisciplinary interaction of sports sciences, they reache new and original results for the surface area.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They evaluate and use science with an approach to new information systems and existing practices in education.
2	They develop new methods related to applications used in the field of training science, redesigns the methods used in existing applications when necessary, or adapt them for use in different disciplines.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses advanced equipment, purpose, technology and software, which determines motor development, sportive performance and conditioning features, and which are needed in the determined measurement equipment, analyzes the obtained data and evaluates the results.
2	They use scientific research methods and techniques with a high level of skill in order to be able to research, analyze, re-adapt and produce original research results in the field of training science.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Using leadership features; plans and organizes activities related to sports activities and organizations with a unique approach in order to reach the national and international level, and develops strategic approaches by taking the initiative to solve possible difficulties.
2	They develop new methods that will contribute to the field of performance development and exercise practices and interprets these developments in national and / or international scientific publications.

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Based on the knowledge and skills in the data acquired in the field of training science; Follows with a current approach and critical thinking about the field, solutions with an analytical approach to possible difficulties and centered new ideation and development.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They critically analyze the norms regulating relationships in the field of sports sciences and social life, support their development and behave towards its reorganization in case of need.
2	Discusses and interprets current developments and studies in scientific meetings and sports organizations held at national and international level in a fluent, understandable and systematic way, by supporting them with quantitative / qualitative data.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	While carrying out studies related to the field; attaches importance to ethical values and legal regulations accepted in social life and supports the development of these values.
2	In the light of developments in the field of sports sciences; A sustainable project and work plans with a social content that support the policies of the society in which they live for movement education, exercise and sports habits.

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	3	42
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	8	6	48
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	6	5	30
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	44	0	150