Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SBE504 | INTRODUCTION TO THESIS AND SEMINAR | 3 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : | MASTER'S DEGREE, TYY: + 7.Level, EQF-LLL: 7.Level, QF-EHEA: Second Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Compulsory |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. NEVRUZ BERNA TATLISU |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. NEVRUZ BERNA TATLISU |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | At the end of this course, students; By adopting the principle of scientific reliability, it is aimed to reach the capacity to conduct research and to propose a thesis proposal. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | The content of this course; topic and thesis name determination methods, thesis design and contents page creation, preface, introduction, purpose, importance and appendices, writing the theoretical and conceptual framework, the scope and boundaries, the rules about the universe and sample writing, dependent, independent variables and hypotheses, data collection technique and writing the timing, findings and writing the conclusion part, the rules related to the citation, the application of the thesis. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Develope theoretical knowledge about writing a thesis. |
Consider formal rules to be considered while writing a thesis. |
Design the method of the thesis writing through the knowledge gained about the research methods. |
Write a thesis proposal through theoretical and practical knowledge acquired from this course. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Reading resources | General subject and thesis name determination methods | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
2 | Reading resources | Thesis design and creating table of contents | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
3 | Reading resources | Foreword, introduction, purpose, importance and writing of annexes | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
4 | Reading resources | Writing the theoretical and conceptual framework | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
5 | Reading resources | Rules for writing scope and boundaries, universe and sample | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
6 | Reading resources | Writing dependent, independent variables and hypotheses | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
7 | Reading resources | Data collection technique and timing | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading resources | Writing the Results and Conclusion | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
10 | Reading resources | Rules for citation | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
11 | Reading resources | Rules for citation | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
12 | Reading resources | Application through thesis studies | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
13 | Reading resources | Application through thesis studies | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
14 | Reading resources | Application through thesis studies | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
15 | Reading resources | Application through thesis studies | Lecture, question and answer, discussion, practice |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Altunişik, R., Coşkun, R., Bayraktaroğlu, S., & Yildirim, E. (2005). Sosyal bilimlerde araştırma yöntemleri. Sakarya Publication, Adapazarı. |
Berg, B. L., & Lune, H. (2015). Sosyal bilimlerde nitel araştırma yöntemleri. Eğitim Publication. |
Taylor, S. J., Bogdan, R., & DeVault, M. (2015). Introduction to qualitative research methods: A guidebook and resource. John Wiley & Sons. |
BECKER, H. (2013). Sosyal Bilimcilerin Yazma Çilesi-Yazımın Sosyal Organizasyonu Kuramı-,(Çev: Şerife Güneş). Ankara: Heretik. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Has comprehensive and expert knowledge about concepts, rules and phenomena in the field and nearby areas.
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Gain knowledge of service processes in the sector, management principles and rules, and effective factors on service.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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List the solutions for the problems that may be encountered in the area and nearby areas.
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Has detailed information about scientific research methods used to follow current developments.
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SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Knowledge in the field and nearby areas, researches, correlates and makes inferences between the concepts.
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Use the knowledge and concepts learned in the management and control of service processes.
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Analyze knowledge, concepts and methods in the sector; evaluate critically.
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Design possible solutions by using research methods in detail and explains these solutions in a way that is understandable in the sector.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Realize the planning, coordination, management and control functions by applying the rules of legislation.
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Follow closely new developments in the service sector and contribute to its field by presenting original academic studies.
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Identify the deficiencies in the application processes as a result of the analyzes and develops appropriate methods to complete them.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Work independently in a group
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Conduct the process with the team or alone by offering creative solutions to problems.
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Take responsibility in group work and control time management of both himself and his team.
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Develop methods to increase motivation in team work.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Gain new knowledge and skills by using detailed research competence to improve himself / herself academically and professionally.
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In line with the principle of lifelong learning, learn innovations by closely following current developments.
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Communication & Social |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Use the information and communication technologies required by the field at the level of expertise.
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Take part in team works by establishing effective interpersonal communication.
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Follow the developments in the sector and communicates with stakeholders in written and verbal form.
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Recognize different cultures and provide collaborations in related field thanks to social ability.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Distribute the tasks in a fair way regardless of the characteristics of the team employees.
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Carry out sustainable practices by caring about the social and natural environment.
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While fulfilling its responsibilities in line with the legal regulations and rules, it shows tolerance and respect to its colleagues.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 10 | 140 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 12 | 12 | 144 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 12 | 12 | 144 |
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 | 1 | 14 | 14 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 10 | 10 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 42 | 0 | 454 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 454 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 17,8 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 18,0 |