Scientific Research Methods and Publication Ethics
Management and Organization
Institute of Social Sciences
Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientific Research Methods and Publication Ethics | YNO113 | Compulsory | Master's degree | 1 | Fall | 7 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
??? Sosyal Bilimler Enstitüsü
Prof. Dr. Ümit ALNIAÇIK
Prof. Dr. Vehbi BAŞER
Prof. Dr. Hülya GÜNDÜZ ÇEKMECELİOĞLU
Associate Prof. Dr. Ali Talip AKPINAR
Assistant Prof. Dr. Duygu FIRAT
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Explaining the basic concepts of science and scientific research and the research questions and hypotheses underlying concepts into numeric variables convert.
2) To use the techniques of scientific research methods.
3) To collect scientific data, manipulate and analyze scientific data.
4) Explaining a basic knowledge of science and research ethics.
5) To inform relevant persons and institutions in matters related to the field, to transmit solutions to problems by writting and verbally.
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
| Program Competencies | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | ||||
| 1 | High | No relation | No relation | |
| 2 | High | No relation | No relation | |
| 3 | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 4 | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
| 5 | No relation | No relation | No relation | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Not Required
Course Contents
This course equips candidates with in-depth knowledge on science and scientific methods, concepts regarding science, scientific research process, determination of research subject, purpose, data collection methods, sampling process, analysis and implementation of data, form and content of research paper.
Weekly Schedule
1) Introduction to Scientific Knowledge and Scientific Research Methods2) Ethics and Basic Ethical Principles in Scientific Research
3) Ethical Problems in Research / Unethical Behaviors and Prevention Scientific research methods
4) Planning in Scientific Research: Research Problems, Hypotheses and Aims
5) Access to Scientific Information: Library, Digital Library, Databases Scientific Data Collection and Measurement Methods
6) Data Analysis Methods and Presentation 1
7) Data Analysis Methods and Presentation 2
8) Mid Term Exam
9) Concepts of Validity and Reliability
10) Writing a Research Proposal - Preparing a 'Summary' Proposal
11) Research Report Preparation / Reporting Methods
12) Basic Rules and Examples in Thesis and Article Writing
13) Ethics in academic research
14) Higher Education Council Scientific Research and Publication Ethics Directive
15) Higher Education Council Scientific Research and Publication Ethics Directive: Case years, studies
16) Final Exam
Recommended or Required Reading
1- Ata Özdemirci Şadi Can Saruhan Bilim Felsefe ve Metodoloji
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Demonstration
5) Self Study
6) Problem Solving
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
40% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
60% |
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Total | 100% | |||||||||||
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required