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Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
DIGITAL MEDIA and DATA SOCIETY-Spring Semester3+038
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelThird Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Başak GEZMEN
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Müge DEMİR AYRAL
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to analyze the process of data and analytics becoming a fundamental part of digital business based on the production and reproduction of digital technologies and to make data solutions by gaining knowledge about data literacy as it has become an organizational entity.
Course ContentThis course contains; Importance of data and data analysis in the digital world,Basics of data collection and cleaning,Develop their skills in data analysis and interpretation,,To understand the data visualization process practically and theoretically,Open data relationship using the right to information,Research process and types of research design, assumptions required for multivariate data analysis, and multivariate data analysis methods,The process of extracting patterns from data,Data practices,Developing a critical perspective on data journalism,Data journalism in the digital world; computer-assisted journalism and the development of data-based journalism,Applications to make sense of visualized data,Data analysis studies with CODAP,Project work that generates meaningful knowledge from data and develops new skills,Project studies.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Access information and data in different ways11, 16, 6, 9
Can ask questions to the data and dominate the relevant answers.10, 11, 9
Turn data into power that it can use for its goals.5, 8, 9F, H
It categorizes and classifies big data.4A, E
Conducts data analysis based on data definitions.10, 14A, E, F
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task, H: Performance Task

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Importance of data and data analysis in the digital worldReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
2Basics of data collection and cleaningReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
3Develop their skills in data analysis and interpretation,Reading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
4To understand the data visualization process practically and theoreticallyReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
5Open data relationship using the right to informationReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
6Research process and types of research design, assumptions required for multivariate data analysis, and multivariate data analysis methodsReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
7The process of extracting patterns from dataReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
8Data practices
9Developing a critical perspective on data journalismReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
10Data journalism in the digital world; computer-assisted journalism and the development of data-based journalismReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
11Applications to make sense of visualized dataReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
12Data analysis studies with CODAPReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
13Project work that generates meaningful knowledge from data and develops new skillsReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
14Project studiesReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
Resources
Veri Gazeteciliğine Başlama ,Claire Miller ,2013 Anderson, T.W. (2003). An Introduction to Multivariate Statistical Analysis, 3rd Edition, SBN: 978-0-471-36091-9, WILEY. Tabachnıck B., Fıdell, L. (2007). Using Multivariate Statistics. 5th Ed. Pearson Education. Inc.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in areas such as media history, news writing techniques, news types, applied journalism.
X
2
Knows the process of content production appropriate to the characteristics of different communication environments.
X
3
Has knowledge about the theories, methods, strategies and techniques related to the field.
X
4
To be aware of the impact of media on the thoughts, behaviors and values of individuals and society.
X
5
Uses theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the field.
X
6
Develops critical thinking, analysis and synthesis skills.
X
7
Follows and uses new methods and technologies related to the field.
X
8
Develops the ability to realize an original media content production with the knowledge acquired.
X
9
Evaluates visual and audio data and literary texts related to the field with a critical approach.
X
10
Identifies problems in the field, collects and analyzes data to solve these problems; interprets and proposes solutions.
X
11
Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values in the process of content production.
X
12
Takes responsibility in individual or group studies related to the field and fulfills the task taken or executes it independently.
X
13
Plans and manages activities for professional development as an individual and team member.
X
14
To be able to follow the information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio.
15
To be able to convey solutions to problems in the field in written and orally.
X
16
Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values.
17
Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary.
18
Uses Turkish language fluently and accurately in scientific and professional works.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100
ECTS / Workload Table
ActivitiesNumber ofDuration(Hour)Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours14342
Guided Problem Solving14114
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report14342
Term Project000
Term Project000
Presentation of Project / Seminar14342
Presentation of Project / Seminar14342
Quiz000
Midterm Exam12020
General Exam13030
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan000
Total Workload(Hour)232
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(232/30)8
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.

Detail Informations of the Course

Course Description

CourseCodeSemesterT+P (Hour)CreditECTS
DIGITAL MEDIA and DATA SOCIETY-Spring Semester3+038
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of CourseTurkish
Course LevelThird Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Course TypeElective
Course CoordinatorAssoc.Prof. Başak GEZMEN
Name of Lecturer(s)Prof.Dr. Müge DEMİR AYRAL
Assistant(s)
AimThe aim of this course is to analyze the process of data and analytics becoming a fundamental part of digital business based on the production and reproduction of digital technologies and to make data solutions by gaining knowledge about data literacy as it has become an organizational entity.
Course ContentThis course contains; Importance of data and data analysis in the digital world,Basics of data collection and cleaning,Develop their skills in data analysis and interpretation,,To understand the data visualization process practically and theoretically,Open data relationship using the right to information,Research process and types of research design, assumptions required for multivariate data analysis, and multivariate data analysis methods,The process of extracting patterns from data,Data practices,Developing a critical perspective on data journalism,Data journalism in the digital world; computer-assisted journalism and the development of data-based journalism,Applications to make sense of visualized data,Data analysis studies with CODAP,Project work that generates meaningful knowledge from data and develops new skills,Project studies.
Dersin Öğrenme KazanımlarıTeaching MethodsAssessment Methods
Access information and data in different ways11, 16, 6, 9
Can ask questions to the data and dominate the relevant answers.10, 11, 9
Turn data into power that it can use for its goals.5, 8, 9F, H
It categorizes and classifies big data.4A, E
Conducts data analysis based on data definitions.10, 14A, E, F
Teaching Methods:10: Discussion Method, 11: Demonstration Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 4: Inquiry-Based Learning, 5: Cooperative Learning, 6: Experiential Learning, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:A: Traditional Written Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task, H: Performance Task

Course Outline

OrderSubjectsPreliminary Work
1Importance of data and data analysis in the digital worldReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
2Basics of data collection and cleaningReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
3Develop their skills in data analysis and interpretation,Reading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
4To understand the data visualization process practically and theoreticallyReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
5Open data relationship using the right to informationReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
6Research process and types of research design, assumptions required for multivariate data analysis, and multivariate data analysis methodsReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
7The process of extracting patterns from dataReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
8Data practices
9Developing a critical perspective on data journalismReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
10Data journalism in the digital world; computer-assisted journalism and the development of data-based journalismReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
11Applications to make sense of visualized dataReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
12Data analysis studies with CODAPReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
13Project work that generates meaningful knowledge from data and develops new skillsReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
14Project studiesReading the topics mentioned from relevant sources
Resources
Veri Gazeteciliğine Başlama ,Claire Miller ,2013 Anderson, T.W. (2003). An Introduction to Multivariate Statistical Analysis, 3rd Edition, SBN: 978-0-471-36091-9, WILEY. Tabachnıck B., Fıdell, L. (2007). Using Multivariate Statistics. 5th Ed. Pearson Education. Inc.

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications

Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
NoProgram QualificationContribution Level
12345
1
To have advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in areas such as media history, news writing techniques, news types, applied journalism.
X
2
Knows the process of content production appropriate to the characteristics of different communication environments.
X
3
Has knowledge about the theories, methods, strategies and techniques related to the field.
X
4
To be aware of the impact of media on the thoughts, behaviors and values of individuals and society.
X
5
Uses theoretical and practical knowledge specific to the field.
X
6
Develops critical thinking, analysis and synthesis skills.
X
7
Follows and uses new methods and technologies related to the field.
X
8
Develops the ability to realize an original media content production with the knowledge acquired.
X
9
Evaluates visual and audio data and literary texts related to the field with a critical approach.
X
10
Identifies problems in the field, collects and analyzes data to solve these problems; interprets and proposes solutions.
X
11
Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values in the process of content production.
X
12
Takes responsibility in individual or group studies related to the field and fulfills the task taken or executes it independently.
X
13
Plans and manages activities for professional development as an individual and team member.
X
14
To be able to follow the information in the field by using a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio.
15
To be able to convey solutions to problems in the field in written and orally.
X
16
Sensitive to the environment, the universality of social rights and the protection of cultural values.
17
Knowledgeable about occupational health and safety and can use this information when necessary.
18
Uses Turkish language fluently and accurately in scientific and professional works.

Assessment Methods

Contribution LevelAbsolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success 50
Rate of Final Exam to Success 50
Total 100

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