Research Methods

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Not Required

Course Contents

Concepts of science and research (fact, knowledge, absolute truth, theory, law, hypothesis, etc.), general information on history of science, characteristics of scientific method and different opinions, problem, research model, sample and population, data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative), data entry, analysis, interpretation and reporting. Developing scientific attitudes, planning a research and writing a research proposal, rules of research writing. Analysis, synthesis and critique of research articles. Publication ethics and ethical rules in research.

Weekly Schedule

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Recommended or Required Reading

1- Research Methods in Applied Linguistics

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Discussion
4) Demonstration
5) Modelling
6) Case Study
7) Lab / Workshop
8) Self Study
9) Problem Solving
10) Project Based Learning

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade	50%
Number Percentage Semester Studies Midterm Examination 1 50% Quiz 1 50%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	50%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required