Scientific Research Methods and Publication Ethics
Business Administration (EP)
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 | ISL140 | Compulsory | Master's degree | 1 | Spring | 6 |
Name of Lecturer(s)
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
Bölümün/programın program yeterlilikleri sistemde olmadığından ilişkilendirme işlemi yapılamamıştır.
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites
None
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Yok
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) Basics of scientific research (ways of knowing, scientific method, development of science)2) Types of Research, the research stages of the process
3) Research Objectives, Problem, Model, Literature Review and Secondary Research
4) Research Variables, Hypothesis, Confidence Interval, Significance, Statistical Error, Assumptions, Limitations
5) Sampling Process
6) Measurement, Measurement Error, Reliability, Validity
7) Data Collection Methods: Qualitative Research
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) Data Collection Methods: Quantitative research 1 (Observation, Experimental Research)
10) Data Collection Methods: Quantitative Research 2 (Survey)
11) Introduction to Data Analysis: Coding, Data Screening, Data Transformation, Descriptive Statistics
12) Layout of a scientific paper, parts of a scientific paper, the general rules of writing
13) Research and Publication Ethics, Ethical Codes, Plagiarism Check Software
14) Publishing Scientific Research: Writing a Scientific Article
15) Publishing Scientific Research: Targeting Appropriate Journals, Submitting, Evaluation Process
16) Final examination
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Drill and Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade |
30% |
|---|---|
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade |
70% |
Total |
100% |
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Not Required