Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRINCIPLES in SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHOD SCIENCE | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Second Cycle (Master's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Abdulbari BENER |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Kıvanç KÖK |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Fundamentals of knowledge, qualities of science, principles of doing science, principles of thought, spirit of research, methodology |
| Course Content | This course contains; Basic concepts of the Philosophy of Science,Definition of Science and Scientific Research,Verification in Science,Falsification in Science,The hypothetic-deductive method ,Detecting causes and inference,Unification, reductionism and pluralism,Scientific revolutions,The scientific realism,Constructive empiricism and the pessimistic meta-induction,Scientific understanding,Scientific discovery and creativity,Spesifik bilimlerin felsefesi,Values and norms in science. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 3-Knows and applies the concepts of Critical and Logical Thinking. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 9 | E |
| 1-An understanding of what science is and how it is both practiced and applied. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| 2- Knows and can use the necessary skills for scientific research. | 10, 12, 14, 16, 9 | E |
| 4-Knows, explains and applies scientific and ethical research principles. | 10, 12, 16, 3, 6 | E |
| 5-Explain the meaning and problems of the Philosophy of Science. | 10, 12, 13, 14, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic concepts of the Philosophy of Science | Lecture Notes |
| 2 | Definition of Science and Scientific Research | Lecture Notes |
| 3 | Verification in Science | Lecture Notes |
| 4 | Falsification in Science | Lecture Notes |
| 5 | The hypothetic-deductive method | Lecture Notes |
| 6 | Detecting causes and inference | Lecture Notes |
| 7 | Unification, reductionism and pluralism | Lecture Notes |
| 8 | Scientific revolutions | Lecture Notes |
| 9 | The scientific realism | Lecture Notes |
| 10 | Constructive empiricism and the pessimistic meta-induction | Lecture Notes |
| 11 | Scientific understanding | Lecture Notes |
| 12 | Scientific discovery and creativity | Lecture Notes |
| 13 | Spesifik bilimlerin felsefesi | Lecture Notes |
| 14 | Values and norms in science | Lecture Notes |
| Resources |
| Lecture Notes |
| Losee, John. A historical introduction to the philosophy of science. OUP Oxford, 2001., 4th Edition |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Can use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the fields of theoretical and applied biostatistics. | X | |||||
| 2 | Can use the knowledge of basic probability and statistics theories and applications at the level of expertise. | X | |||||
| 3 | They have knowledge of all kinds of research design in the field of health | X | |||||
| 4 | Can design, construct and propose solutions for research in the field of health. | X | |||||
| 5 | Can identify and analyze problems in health research and produce solutions based on scientific methods | X | |||||
| 6 | Conducts scientific clinical descriptive or analytical research on priority issues related to the field. | X | |||||
| 7 | Evaluate and explain the information about the field of biostatistics with a critical approach. | X | |||||
| 8 | Observes and teaches social, scientific, and ethical values in the stages of data collection, recording, interpretation, and reporting related to the field of biostatistics. | X | |||||
| 9 | To be familiar with the software commonly used in the fields of biostatistics and to be able to use at least one effectively | X | |||||
| 10 | Conducts studies in the field of biostatistics independently or as a team. | X | |||||
| 11 | Maintains work in the field of biostatistics individually or as a team, can participate in the decision-making process, and make and finalize the necessary planning by using time effectively. | X | |||||
| 12 | Ensure the continuity of her professional development by using the biostatistics field and lifelong learning principles. | X | |||||
| 13 | Publishes a scientific article in a national and international journal or presents it at a scientific meeting. | X | |||||
| 14 | Take part in research, projects and activities in collaboration with other disciplines in the field of health. | X | |||||
| 15 | A sensitive individual, they can use their knowledge for the benefit of society and have sufficient awareness about quality management, occupational safety, and environment in all processes. | X | |||||
| 16 | Can use the knowledge and problem-solving skills synthesized in the field of biostatistics by considering ethical principles in health research. | X | |||||
| 17 | It can be found in national and international policy studies in the field of biostatistics and education. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| General Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 0 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(0/30) | 0 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRINCIPLES in SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH METHOD SCIENCE | - | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Second Cycle (Master's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Abdulbari BENER |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Kıvanç KÖK |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Fundamentals of knowledge, qualities of science, principles of doing science, principles of thought, spirit of research, methodology |
| Course Content | This course contains; Basic concepts of the Philosophy of Science,Definition of Science and Scientific Research,Verification in Science,Falsification in Science,The hypothetic-deductive method ,Detecting causes and inference,Unification, reductionism and pluralism,Scientific revolutions,The scientific realism,Constructive empiricism and the pessimistic meta-induction,Scientific understanding,Scientific discovery and creativity,Spesifik bilimlerin felsefesi,Values and norms in science. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 3-Knows and applies the concepts of Critical and Logical Thinking. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 9 | E |
| 1-An understanding of what science is and how it is both practiced and applied. | 12, 14, 16, 19, 9 | A, E |
| 2- Knows and can use the necessary skills for scientific research. | 10, 12, 14, 16, 9 | E |
| 4-Knows, explains and applies scientific and ethical research principles. | 10, 12, 16, 3, 6 | E |
| 5-Explain the meaning and problems of the Philosophy of Science. | 10, 12, 13, 14, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 3: Problem Baded Learning Model, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic concepts of the Philosophy of Science | Lecture Notes |
| 2 | Definition of Science and Scientific Research | Lecture Notes |
| 3 | Verification in Science | Lecture Notes |
| 4 | Falsification in Science | Lecture Notes |
| 5 | The hypothetic-deductive method | Lecture Notes |
| 6 | Detecting causes and inference | Lecture Notes |
| 7 | Unification, reductionism and pluralism | Lecture Notes |
| 8 | Scientific revolutions | Lecture Notes |
| 9 | The scientific realism | Lecture Notes |
| 10 | Constructive empiricism and the pessimistic meta-induction | Lecture Notes |
| 11 | Scientific understanding | Lecture Notes |
| 12 | Scientific discovery and creativity | Lecture Notes |
| 13 | Spesifik bilimlerin felsefesi | Lecture Notes |
| 14 | Values and norms in science | Lecture Notes |
| Resources |
| Lecture Notes |
| Losee, John. A historical introduction to the philosophy of science. OUP Oxford, 2001., 4th Edition |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Can use advanced theoretical and applied knowledge gained in the fields of theoretical and applied biostatistics. | X | |||||
| 2 | Can use the knowledge of basic probability and statistics theories and applications at the level of expertise. | X | |||||
| 3 | They have knowledge of all kinds of research design in the field of health | X | |||||
| 4 | Can design, construct and propose solutions for research in the field of health. | X | |||||
| 5 | Can identify and analyze problems in health research and produce solutions based on scientific methods | X | |||||
| 6 | Conducts scientific clinical descriptive or analytical research on priority issues related to the field. | X | |||||
| 7 | Evaluate and explain the information about the field of biostatistics with a critical approach. | X | |||||
| 8 | Observes and teaches social, scientific, and ethical values in the stages of data collection, recording, interpretation, and reporting related to the field of biostatistics. | X | |||||
| 9 | To be familiar with the software commonly used in the fields of biostatistics and to be able to use at least one effectively | X | |||||
| 10 | Conducts studies in the field of biostatistics independently or as a team. | X | |||||
| 11 | Maintains work in the field of biostatistics individually or as a team, can participate in the decision-making process, and make and finalize the necessary planning by using time effectively. | X | |||||
| 12 | Ensure the continuity of her professional development by using the biostatistics field and lifelong learning principles. | X | |||||
| 13 | Publishes a scientific article in a national and international journal or presents it at a scientific meeting. | X | |||||
| 14 | Take part in research, projects and activities in collaboration with other disciplines in the field of health. | X | |||||
| 15 | A sensitive individual, they can use their knowledge for the benefit of society and have sufficient awareness about quality management, occupational safety, and environment in all processes. | X | |||||
| 16 | Can use the knowledge and problem-solving skills synthesized in the field of biostatistics by considering ethical principles in health research. | X | |||||
| 17 | It can be found in national and international policy studies in the field of biostatistics and education. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |