PROFESSIONAL PROJECT PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BSY490	PROFESSIONAL PROJECT	8	2	1	5

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. MUSTAFA CAN KOÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Assoc.Prof. MUSTAFA CAN KOÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim of this course is to teach Data Collection Tools in Scientific Research in Recreation, Data Collection and Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation, Reporting and Presentation of Scientific Research Project in Recreation.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation, Defining the Problem in Scientific Research in Recreation. Establishing Hypotheses in Scientific Research in Recreation, Choosing Quantitative or Qualitative Methods, Selecting the Population and Sample, Determining Appropriate Methods for Research.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Can explain what scientific research means in recreation.
Distinguishes examples of qualitative research in recreation.
Distinguishes examples of quantitative research in recreation.
Can define the research problem.
It expresses the research problem in the form of a research question.
Can create research hypotheses.
Can determine a research method appropriate to the research topic.
It determines a population and sample suitable for the purpose of the research. Decides on the research method (qualitative/quantitative) appropriate to the research purpose.
Can collect data in accordance with the research purpose and method. Knows data collection techniques suitable for qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
Collects research data with a measurement tool.
Can analyze the collected data.
Knows the analysis of qualitative data. Knows the analysis of quantitative data.
Knows how to use at least one package program for data analysis.
Can report research findings and results. Writes the research results according to a determined guideline.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
2	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
3	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Scientific Research Topics in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
4	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Creating Hypotheses in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
5	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
6	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Method Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
7	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Population and Sample Selection in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
10	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Collection Techniques in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
11	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
12	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Data Analysis in Scientific Research in Recreation	Internet use, Writing
13	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Reporting of Projects	Internet use, Writing
14	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, Writing
15	Web Based Research, Literature Search	Presentation of Projects	Internet use, Writing
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

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	Identifies the concepts of recreation area					4

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Regarding the recreation leadership profession; discusses the organization and functioning of leisure activities with the knowledge gained in program development, planning, execution and evaluation.						5
2	Describes the concepts of recreation and theories of physical and mental development.					4

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Identifies free time activities for the needs of individuals and groups, taking into account socio-demographic and socio-cultural characteristics.					4
2	Analyzes the data of planning, implementation and results of current activities in the field of recreation using scientific research methods and techniques.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses the application area, equipment, technological software, written materials and human resources efficiently in free time activities implemented to increase the quality of life of individuals and groups.						5
2	Plans, conducts and evaluates every stage of the organizations for leisure activities and evaluates the results of the application.						5
3	Solves the problems related to recreation area, sports science and recreation leadership profession from a critical and questioning point of view based on the literature knowledge it has.					4
4	Chooses the appropriate free time activity for the goals to be achieved by taking into consideration the socio-demographic characteristics of the individual and/or the group also formulates the program content of the free time activity.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Administeres scientific research, project, activity, sports and social leisure activities and solves possible problems that may be encountered in the process in collaborative group Works.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Recognizes the importance of professional development by following scientific, technological and current developments related to recreation leadership practices.					4
2	By adopting the principle of lifelong learning; examines the current knowledge and skills from a critical perspective in the light of scientific, technological and current developments.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Expresses his/her knowledge and thoughts about the field in a fluent and understandable way orally and in writing.					4
2	Use their knowledge and competencies regarding recreational leadership practices more effectively with their social life and communication skills in the sports activities, organizations and works carried out at national and international level.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Describes and applies ethical values accepted in communal living with the profession of recreation leadership.						5
2	Recognizes the problems related to leisure activities and the needs of the group also, analyzes the social development of the society to produce solution theories by making use of the historical development process and theoretical knowledge of the recreation area.					4
3	Arranges original projects, organizations, and activities with sustainable social and social content specific to its field by using the personality traits with social skills required by the recreation leadership profession.						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	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
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	14	1	14
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	14	6	84
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	2	2
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	43	0	128