Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESEARCH METHODS in EDUCATION | ELT3215733 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Mehdi SOLHİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect.Dr. Mehmet ÇELİKBAŞ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course contains; scientific research , definitions,problem statement in educational research studies,paradigms and educationaş research methods,choosing research participants in educational research studies,data collection techniques 1(quantitative),data collection techniques (qualitative),data analyisis 1 (quantitative),data analysis 2 (qualitative),coding systems,access to scientific references and data bases,validity and reliability,action research,writing reports,writing research proposal. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Type of Research and Research Question,Variables in Language Studies,Variables in research and Validity,Internal Validity,Internal Validity,External Validity,Common Data Collection Measures,Common Data Collection Measures,Research Design Types,Research Design Types,validity and reliability,Qualitative Research,Qualitative Research,writing research proposal. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| At the end of the course, the students can define basic principles and concepts in educational research studies | 12, 16, 8 | A |
| Comprehends qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods in research | 10, 16, 9 | F |
| Manages the research process (recognizing the problem, determining the problem and sample, data collection and analysis, interpreting the results) | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| collect dataknow data and analysis and evaluation techniques | 10, 13, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| know how to reach scientific references and databases | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| Explains reliability and validity of a research study | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| write a report for a scientific research study in education | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| prepare a research proposal in action research. | 10, 13, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type of Research and Research Question | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 3-19, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 2 | Variables in Language Studies | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 150-157, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 3 | Variables in research and Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 150-160, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 4 | Internal Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 160-167, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 5 | Internal Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 160-167, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 6 | External Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 171-179, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 7 | Common Data Collection Measures | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 52-57, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 8 | Common Data Collection Measures | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 57-70, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 9 | Research Design Types | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 188-198, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 10 | Research Design Types | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 198-202, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 11 | validity and reliability | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 180-183, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 12 | Qualitative Research | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 215-225, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 13 | Qualitative Research | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 225-230, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 14 | writing research proposal | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 6-19, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| Resources |
| 1. Mackey, A., & Gass, S. M. (2021). Second Language Research: Methodology and Design. Routledge. 2. Platridge, B. & Phakiti, A. (2016). Research methods in applied linguistics: A practical source. Bloomsbury. 3. Brown, J. D. (1995). Understanding research in second language learning. Cambridge University Press. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Possesses advanced theoretical and conceptual knowledge of the structural, semantic, and functional features of the English language. | X | |||||
| 2 | Expresses the fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of English verbally. | X | |||||
| 3 | Explains the principles of curriculum development, classroom management, and assessment and evaluation within the framework of educational sciences. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses English at an advanced level, both orally and in writing, in ways appropriate to academic and instructional settings. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares lesson plans, develops instructional materials, implements them, and evaluates their effectiveness by taking learner characteristics and contextual variables into account. | X | |||||
| 6 | Selects and develops appropriate assessment tools and analyzes the resulting data to improve learning processes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Identifies problems encountered in educational settings, analyzes relevant data, and develops evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Integrates digital technologies and instructional tools into the teaching process in alignment with pedagogical objectives. | X | |||||
| 9 | Carries out professional responsibilities independently and assumes responsibility in complex or unpredictable situations. | X | |||||
| 10 | Critically evaluates professional practices and identifies learning needs in line with continuous professional development. | X | |||||
| 11 | Acts in accordance with ethical principles, societal values, and cultural sensitivity in educational settings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Identifies professional development needs in the field and undertakes responsibility for lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Collaborates effectively with educational stakeholders and contributes to the enhancement of educational quality. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 4 | 4 | 16 | |||
| Term Project | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 6 | 6 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 7 | 7 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 87 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(87/30) | 3 | |||||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RESEARCH METHODS in EDUCATION | ELT3215733 | Spring Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 4 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Required |
| Course Coordinator | Assoc.Prof. Mehdi SOLHİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Lect.Dr. Mehmet ÇELİKBAŞ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course contains; scientific research , definitions,problem statement in educational research studies,paradigms and educationaş research methods,choosing research participants in educational research studies,data collection techniques 1(quantitative),data collection techniques (qualitative),data analyisis 1 (quantitative),data analysis 2 (qualitative),coding systems,access to scientific references and data bases,validity and reliability,action research,writing reports,writing research proposal. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Type of Research and Research Question,Variables in Language Studies,Variables in research and Validity,Internal Validity,Internal Validity,External Validity,Common Data Collection Measures,Common Data Collection Measures,Research Design Types,Research Design Types,validity and reliability,Qualitative Research,Qualitative Research,writing research proposal. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| At the end of the course, the students can define basic principles and concepts in educational research studies | 12, 16, 8 | A |
| Comprehends qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods in research | 10, 16, 9 | F |
| Manages the research process (recognizing the problem, determining the problem and sample, data collection and analysis, interpreting the results) | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| collect dataknow data and analysis and evaluation techniques | 10, 13, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| know how to reach scientific references and databases | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| Explains reliability and validity of a research study | 10, 16, 9 | A |
| write a report for a scientific research study in education | 10, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| prepare a research proposal in action research. | 10, 13, 14, 16, 9 | F |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 8: Flipped Classroom Learning, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Type of Research and Research Question | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 3-19, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 2 | Variables in Language Studies | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 150-157, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 3 | Variables in research and Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 150-160, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 4 | Internal Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 160-167, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 5 | Internal Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 160-167, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 6 | External Validity | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 171-179, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 7 | Common Data Collection Measures | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 52-57, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 8 | Common Data Collection Measures | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 57-70, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 9 | Research Design Types | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 188-198, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 10 | Research Design Types | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 198-202, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 11 | validity and reliability | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 180-183, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 12 | Qualitative Research | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 215-225, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 13 | Qualitative Research | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 225-230, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| 14 | writing research proposal | MacKey and Gass (2016). P. 6-19, Preparing a PowerPoint presentation |
| Resources |
| 1. Mackey, A., & Gass, S. M. (2021). Second Language Research: Methodology and Design. Routledge. 2. Platridge, B. & Phakiti, A. (2016). Research methods in applied linguistics: A practical source. Bloomsbury. 3. Brown, J. D. (1995). Understanding research in second language learning. Cambridge University Press. |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Possesses advanced theoretical and conceptual knowledge of the structural, semantic, and functional features of the English language. | X | |||||
| 2 | Expresses the fundamental concepts, principles, and techniques of theories in the field of English verbally. | X | |||||
| 3 | Explains the principles of curriculum development, classroom management, and assessment and evaluation within the framework of educational sciences. | X | |||||
| 4 | Uses English at an advanced level, both orally and in writing, in ways appropriate to academic and instructional settings. | X | |||||
| 5 | Prepares lesson plans, develops instructional materials, implements them, and evaluates their effectiveness by taking learner characteristics and contextual variables into account. | X | |||||
| 6 | Selects and develops appropriate assessment tools and analyzes the resulting data to improve learning processes. | X | |||||
| 7 | Identifies problems encountered in educational settings, analyzes relevant data, and develops evidence-based solutions. | X | |||||
| 8 | Integrates digital technologies and instructional tools into the teaching process in alignment with pedagogical objectives. | X | |||||
| 9 | Carries out professional responsibilities independently and assumes responsibility in complex or unpredictable situations. | X | |||||
| 10 | Critically evaluates professional practices and identifies learning needs in line with continuous professional development. | X | |||||
| 11 | Acts in accordance with ethical principles, societal values, and cultural sensitivity in educational settings. | X | |||||
| 12 | Identifies professional development needs in the field and undertakes responsibility for lifelong learning. | X | |||||
| 13 | Collaborates effectively with educational stakeholders and contributes to the enhancement of educational quality. | ||||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |