| Course Unit Title | Course Unit Code | Type of Course Unit | Level of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | ECTS Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Methodology | CEK110 | Compulsory | Master's degree | 1 | Fall | 7 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Dr. Aziz ÇELİK
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
1) Comprehend the basic terms, concepts, and discussions related to research methods in social sciences
2) Gain general knowledge about philosophy and methodology of science and understand their relationship with research methods
3) Grasp the basic differences between various research techniques, and learn to choose the most appropriate one
4) Improve writing skills in accordance with the scientific rules
5) Develop the skill for critical thinking
6) Acquire intellectual curiosity for following the developments in the production of knowledge
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | ||
| Learning Outcomes | |||||||
| 1 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 2 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 3 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 4 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 5 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
| 6 | High | High | High | High | High | High | |
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
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Course Contents
This course is conducted within an interdisciplinary perspective and covers a wide range of themes ranging from the philosophy and methodology of science to the technical and practical issues related to research and writing processes such as data collection and analysis. Various research examples will be analyzed in order to understand the advantages and limitations of single methods, along with general readings on different research types and discussions about them.
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade |
50% |
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Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
50% |
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Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required