Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SOC116 | SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHODS | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | English |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Compulsory |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Assist.Prof. ÇAĞLA TUĞBERK ARIKER |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | At the end of this course, students will be able to apply the basic principles that will enable them to conduct academic research in international scientific standards in the field of social sciences and to choose the right data collection and analysis methods in accordance with the subject of the research. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include; research on the basic concepts of the philosophy and methodology of science in social sciences, comparing the data types in various respects, exemplifying the methods of data collection and analysis in social sciences, as well as effective use of academic resources and the ability to transfer research results correctly. |
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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Know the research methods and basic principles of scientific research. |
Discuss the basic concepts of and issues regarding scientific methods and research process. |
Decide which topic he/she should write about by using a research method. |
Apply the spelling format required to present scientific research proposal in academic context and publish the results obtained. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Reading: Walliman, chapters 3 and 5 | Scientific Method and The Philosophy of Science | Lecture, discussion |
2 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 2 | An Approach to Academic Writing | Lecture, discussion |
3 | Reading: Corbetta, chapter 1 | Writing General-Specific Texts | Lecture, discussion |
4 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 6 | Problem, Process and Solution | Lecture, discussion |
5 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 6 | Data types: qualitative-quantitative | Lecture, discussion |
6 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 7 | Gathering the Secondary Data | Lecture, discussion |
7 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 7 | Analysis of the Secondary Data | Lecture, discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading: Corbetta, chapter 8 | Gathering the Primary Data: Sampling | Lecture, discussion |
10 | Reading: Corbetta, chapter 5 | Gathering the Primary Data: Questionnaire | Lecture, discussion |
11 | Reading: Corbetta, chapter 9 | Gathering the Primary Data: Participatory observation | Lecture, discussion |
12 | Reading: Corbetta, chapter 10 | Gathering the Primary Data: Interview | Lecture, discussion |
13 | Reading: Walliman, chapters 9 and 10 | Analysis of the Primary Data | Lecture, discussion |
14 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 11 | Research proposal and article writing techniques | Lecture, discussion |
15 | Reading: Walliman, chapter 4 | Research ethics | Lecture, discussion |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Walliman, N., (2011), Research methods: the basics. Routledge: London & New York. |
John M. Swales and Christine B. Feak, Academic Writing for Graduate Students: Essential Tasks and Skills, (United States of America: The University of Michigan Press, 2009). |
Prof. Dr. Sait Gürbüz ve Doç. Dr. Faruk Şahin, Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri: Felsefe-Yöntem-Analiz, (Ankara: Seçkin Yayıncılık, Eylül 2017), Gözden Geçirilmiş ve Güncellenmiş 4. Baskı. |
Doç. Dr. Ferhat Sayım, Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma ve Tez Yazım Yöntemleri: Konu Tespiti-Süreç Yönetimi-Tez Yazımı, (Ankara: Seçkin Yayıncılık, Mart 2017), Güncellenmiş ve Genişletilmiş 2. Baskı. |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
Level of Contribution | |||||
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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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Define the theories, concepts and principles of the basic and sub-fields of business.
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Explain business functions and processes based on current scientific sources.
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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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Relate internationally valid business cases with the theories and concepts of other social sciences.
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4 |
SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explain the current events and facts in his / her field analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills he / she has.
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5 |
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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Use the theoretical and factual knowledge in business for occupational practices.
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Solve individual and organizational problems in business life.
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Use computer programs (SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) efficiently against the complex business problems.
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5 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Plan research and work using knowledge and skills gained in the field of business.
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Organize the activities for organizational goals and purposes independently.
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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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Criticize advanced knowledge and skills in the field with a critical approach.
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Develop the existing knowledge and skills with a critical point of view under the impact of scientific, technological and current developments.
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5 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Express his/her knowledge, thoughts and solutions on business to related stakeholders in written and verbal ways.
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Use the information and communication technology software and equipment required for business.
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5 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Apply the social, scientific, cultural and ethical values at the stages of collection of data, their implementation, interpretation and announcement of results in the field of business.
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Relate the concepts of social rights, occupational safety, employee health, quality management and sustainability with the cases in business life.
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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 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 13 | 1 | 13 |
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 | 7 | 4 | 28 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 5 | 3 | 15 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 41 | 0 | 100 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 100 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 3,9 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 4,0 |