RESEARCH METHODS IN SPORTS SCIENCES PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY204	RESEARCH METHODS IN SPORTS SCIENCES	4	3	3	7

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
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. OKAN KILIÇKAYA
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of the course is to provide students with the ability to analyze scientific research conducted in the field of sports and to interpret the results of the research.
Contents of the Course Unit:	The content of the course includes basic concepts related to science, literature review techniques, research process and methods, data collection methods, universe and sampling, summarizing and interpretation of scientific researches.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explain definitions and concepts related to scientific research methods
Label and differentiate the scientific research methods in sport
Explain scientific research findings both verbally and in writing effectively.
Select ways to collect / acquire information appropriate to research methods and techniques
Examine the scientific research conducted in the field of sports and interpret the results of the research.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	-	Information on purpose and content of the course. Basic concepts and definitions related to science and scientific research.	Narration, question-response discussion method
2	Book Reading	Scientific Research Methods: Classification and comparison of qualitative and quantitative research	Narration, question-response discussion method
3	Book Reading	Scientific Research Methods: Investigation of research models in qualitative research.	Narration, question-response discussion method
4	Book Reading	Scientific Research Methods: Examination of research models in quantitative research.	Narration, question-response discussion method
5	literature review, article samples	Examination of preferred research methods in Physical Education and Sports Sciences.	Narration, question-response discussion method
6	ppt file, Preparation of Presentation	Examination of variable types of scientific research (dependent, independent, regulatory, control and intermediate) with examples.	Question and Answer, Discussion Method and Applied Group Study
7	literature review, article samples	LITERATURE REVIEW Explanation of the ways of accessing scientific knowledge, applying scientific research in databases (articles, theses etc).	Narration, question-response discussion method
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Book Reading	General review	Narration, question-response discussion method
10	ppt file, Preparation of Presentation	Examination of the stages of the scientific research process (selection of topic, purpose, importance, problem and sub problem, hypothesis, limitations and assumption)	Question and Answer, Discussion Method and Applied Group Study
11	literature review, article samples	Universe in Scientific Research (target universe, accessible universe) and sampling methods in scientific studies.	Narration, question-response discussion method
12	Book Reading	Data Collection methods	Narration, question-response discussion method
13	literature review, article samples	Reference techniques (APA 6) Indications of direct and indirect quotations	Narration, question-response discussion method
14	ppt file, Preparation of Presentation Thesis and article samples	Interpretation and discussion of research methods, variables, data collection techniques and research findings through thesis or article samples. Student Presentations	Question and Answer, Discussion Method and Applied Group Study
15	ppt file, Preparation of Presentation Thesis and article samples	Interpretation and discussion of research methods, variables, data collection techniques and research findings through thesis or article samples. Student Presentations	Narration, Question and Answer, Discussion Method and Applied Group Study
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Büyüköztürk, Ş., Akgün, Ö., Karadeniz, Ş. (2010). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Pegem A Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Demirel, Ö., Kaya, Z. (2007). Eğitim Bilimlerine Giriş, 2007 Pegem A Yayıncılık, Ankara.
Alpar, R. (2001). Spor Bilimlerinde Uygulamalı İstatistik. Nobel Yatın Dağıtım, Ankara.
Tanrıöğen, A. (2014). Bilimsel Araştırma Teknikleri. Anı Yayın Evi. Ankara.
Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (2013). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Seçkin Yayıncılık, Ankara.

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	Student will be able to identify the concepts related with the profession of exercises and sports sciences.	0
2	Student will be able to describe the theories of exercise and sports science.		1

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to discuss the suitability of exercise program preparation with the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of exercise and sport sciences and to use such knowledge in practical fields.			2

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to examine the existing scientific studies in the field of exercise and sports using scientific research methods and techniques and to analyze data and results of current applications.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to administer basic levels of direction on improving healthy life, physical fitness, performance and fitness.	0
2	Student will be able to choose the appropriate exercise method according to the characteristics of the group and the environment and to formulate the exercise program by taking these differences into consideration.	0
3	Student will be able to execute the measurement activities in order to determine the motor development, sports performance and fitness characteristics, to use the equipment, technology and software needed for these activities and to analyze the results of the evaluation.						5
4	Student will be able to formulate the exercise plan by considering the evaluation results related with sports performance and condition measurements.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to take initiative with cooperation or independently as an individual and solve any possible problems in the applications related with the field.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to recognize the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related with exercise and sport sciences.					4
2	Student will be able to behave in accordance with the need to be open to change and life-long learning.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Student will be able to express his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable manner both written and verbally.					4
2	Student will be able to demonstrate communication and social competency skills in order to cooperate with national and international institutions in his/her field.				3

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	By utilizing the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field, student will be able to recognize problems related to performance development, exercise applications for sports and special groups, and to solve these problems based on ethical values.		1
2	By using personality traits with the social skills required by the profession groups in exercise and sports science field; student will be able to arrange specific project, organization and works with sustainable societal and social content specific with the field.	0
3	Student will be able to take precautions against possible injuries that might be confronted during exercise and to formulate exercise program towards performance structuring after sports injuries.	0

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	13	4	52
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	11	5	55
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	6	4	24
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	46	0	175