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	Assoc.Prof. TANER ATASOY
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	Defines concepts related to exercise and sports science profession in disabled people.
2	Explains the theories of exercise and sports science for the disabled.

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Discusses the suitability of preparing exercise programs for disabled individuals with the theoretical knowledge she has acquired in the field of exercise and sports sciences and uses this knowledge in practice environments

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Examines existing scientific studies on disabled individuals in the field of exercise and sports sciences using scientific research methods and techniques and analyzes data and results for current practices.

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It provides basic guidance on issues related to improving healthy living, physical fitness, performance and conditioning characteristics for disabled individuals.
2	It selects the appropriate exercise method for different disability types and groups and organizes an exercise program taking these differences into account.
3	It carries out measurement activities for disabled individuals in order to determine motor development, sports performance and condition characteristics, uses the equipment, technology and software needed in these activities and analyzes the evaluation results.
4	Prepares exercise plans for different disability groups

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Takes initiative and develops solutions to possible problems in field-related applications, both collaboratively and individually, independently

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Realizes the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments regarding exercise and sports science applications.
2	Demonstrates behavior towards being open to change and the necessity of lifelong learning.

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Expresses the knowledge and ideas she has acquired about the field in written and oral form in a fluent and understandable manner.
2	Demonstrates communication and social competence skills at a level that enables cooperation with national or international institutions in applications related to the field.

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Benefiting from the existing historical and theoretical knowledge of the field; Recognizes problems related to exercise practices for disabled individuals and solves these problems based on ethical values.
2	By using personality traits with social skills required by the profession; organizes projects, organizations and studies with sustainable social content specific to its field

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