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	Assist.Prof. NURTEN ELKİN
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	To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction that the field is related to.					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Being able to develop and deepen their knowledge at the level of expertise in the same or a different field, based on undergraduate level qualifications.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses the theoretical and applied knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field of health.					4
2	Interprets to create new information by integrating the knowledge she has in the field of health with the knowledge from different disciplines, analyzes and synthesizes using different research methods and offers solutions.					4
3	Students writes the report of their research.						5
4	Performs the necessary examination, solves problems and problems by using other technological tools, including computers, and devices and tools specific to the field at an advanced level required by the health field.						5
5	Uses statistical software effectively, chooses statistical methods correctly, calculates and interprets correctly.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses statistical software effectively, chooses statistical methods correctly, calculates and interprets correctly						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Constructs issues that require expertise in the field of health, proposes solutions, solves problems, evaluates the results obtained and applies them when necessary.						5
2	In case of encountering unforeseen complex situations in the field of health, it develops solutions and produces solutions by taking responsibility.					4
3	It carries out studies related to the field of health independently and / or as a team.					4
4	Publish a scientific article in a national journal or present it at a scientific meeting.						5
5	It conducts scientific clinical and/or descriptive research/presentation/publication on priority issues related to its field and public health.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Evaluates the information related to the field of health with a critical approach and directs his/her learning.						5
2	Students applies the principles of professional development and lifelong learning in the field of health in their work.					4
3	On the subject of statistical analysis, he/she performs statistical analysis at a level that can read and evaluate a scientific article, follows evidence-based practices and conducts research that will create evidence in his/her field regarding professional practices.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Students systematically discusses and shares their knowledge, current developments and their own work in the field of health with groups in the same field or outside, in written, oral and visual formats.					4
2	Examines the social relations in the professional and professional environment and the norms that guide these relations with a critical perspective and does what is necessary to improve them.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Interprets strategy and policy development and implementation plans on health-related issues and evaluates the results in a scientific and ethical framework.						5
2	It observes and teaches social, scientific and ethical values in the stages of collecting, recording, interpreting and announcing data related to the field of health.						5
3	Apply the knowledge and problem-solving skills that their has internalized in the field of health in interdisciplinary studies.					4
4	Evaluates current developments in the field of health in line with national values and country realities, including the child and family, which are the basic units of society.					4
5	Develops strategy, policy and implementation plans on health-related issues and evaluates the results obtained within the framework of quality processes.						5
6	Contributes to national and international health policy studies on promoting health.						5
7	Knows the importance of ethical principles and ethical committees for the individual and society, acts ethically.						5

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