SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
LEE590	SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TECHNIQUES AND PUBLICATION ETHICS	1	3	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
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	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 in accordance with international scientific standards. To ensure that students can choose the right data collection and analysis methods in accordance with the research topic. To ensure that students have the ability and competence to conduct research by using scientific research methods and observing ethical values. To provide students with the ability to write scientific articles and dissertations.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The basic concepts of philosophy of science and methodology are investigated, data types are compared from various angles, data collection and analysis methods are exemplified. It ensures that the skills of using academic resources effectively and transferring research results correctly are acquired. The focus is on the relationship between science, theory and research, and how the processes related to the design and implementation of scientific research are carried out. Scientific article and thesis writing and ethical rules to be followed during this time 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 the research methods and the 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 should be addressed with which research method.
The student applies the necessary writing format to present scientific research proposals in an academic context and 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 Writing	-
3	-	Thesis Writing Rules	-
4	-	Scientific Research Processes: Determining the Research Topic, Defining the Research Problem	-
5	-	Determination of the Method and Model of the Research	-
6	-	Determination of the Research Universe and Sample, Hypotheses and Objectives	-
7	-	Scientific Data Collection: Literature Research	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	-	Methods and Tools of Data Collection	-
10	-	Methods and Tools Used in Qualitative Data	-
11	-	Methods and Tools Used in Quantitative Data	-
12	-	Analysis of the Data	-
13	-	Reporting of the Research: In-Text and End-Text Bibliography Representation, Abstract, Tables and Figures	-
14	-	Theories of Ethics in Scientific Research, Publication Ethics	-
15	-	Theories of Ethics 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 undergraduate level documents, they deepen her knowledge of the field with an analytical approach and increases in later stages.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction that the field of training sciences is related to and discusses current information about the field from different perspectives.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Effectively uses the expert knowledge and current practices related to the field of training science.
2	Interprets the knowledge gained in the field of training science by integrating it with the knowledge from different disciplines, develops new methods and applications for the field or redesigns existing practices.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They solve the problems related to the field of training science with a critical and questioning point of view by using the knowledge and skills they have.
2	They effectively use scientific research methods and techniques in order to be able to research, analyze, re-adapt new and current issues in the field of training and to reveal original research results.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Expectations, interpretation and announcement purposes of customers in the field of Movement and Training Sciences Competence in observing social, scientific and ethical values

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluates current approaches and developments in the field with a critical approach by using the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of training science.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Equipment and technology needed in measurement activities and competition analysis applications applied to determine motor development, sportive performance and condition characteristics and computer software at an advanced level and evaluates the results obtained.
2	It critically analyzes the norms regulating relations in the field of sports sciences and social life, supports its development and shows behavior for its reorganization in case of need.
3	Expresses the current developments and studies in scientific meetings and sports organizations held at national and international level, verbally and in writing, in a fluent, understandable and systematic manner, 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 of training science; defends and teaches ethical values and legal regulations accepted in social life.
2	Analyzes current practices in the field of training science, evaluates the results obtained within the scope of quality processes and develops new methods.
3	In the light of developments in the field of sports sciences; It plans sustainable projects and studies with social content that support the policies aimed at acquiring movement training, exercise and sports habits in the society in which it lives.

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	12	4	48
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	12	4	48
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	7	7
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	1	5	5
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	42	0	152