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 qualifications, people develop advanced knowledge in the field with analytical thinking competence at the level of expertise and reach original definitions that will bring innovation to psychosocial fields in sports.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By understanding the interdisciplinary interaction that sports sciences are related to, people reach new and original results for their field of expertise.

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By understanding the interdisciplinary interaction that sports sciences are related to in psychosocial fields in sports, achieves new and original results.
2	Develops new methods related to the applications used in psychosocial fields in sports, redesigns the methods used in existing applications when necessary, or adapts them for use in different disciplines.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They use advanced equipment, technology and software to realize the applications required in their field, analyze the data obtained and evaluate the results.
2	They use scientific research methods and techniques effectively in order to be able to research, analyze and re-adapt new and current issues in their field and to produce original research results.

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Whit using their leadership characteristics; plans and organizes the studies on national and international sports activities and organizations with a unique approach and develops strategic approaches by taking initiative in order to solve possible problems.
2	They develop methods that will contribute to the development and innovative applications of her processes 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 at the level of expertise acquired in the field; follows current approaches and developments in the field with a critical mindset, solves possible problems with an analytical approach and develops new ideas and methods when necessary.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They critically analyze the norms regulating relations in the field of person and social life, supports its development and shows behavior for 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; It carries out sustainable projects and studies with a social content that supports the development of awareness about the movement education, exercise and sports habits of the society in which it lives, and leads the formation of institutions that serve within this framework.

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