This course is intended for students in disciplines that require knowledge of statistical methods used in behavioral and social science research. Emphasis is on the conceptual understanding of statistics within the context of research. Relevant research topics are discussed and linked to the appropriate statistical methods.
The main goal of this course is to help students to acquire some of the knowledge and skills needed to (1) understand professional research articles or reports, (2) assess the technical merits of research, (3) determine whether the research results are trustworthy, and (4) determine whether interpretations of results and conclusions are appropriate based on the research methods and statistical procedures used to analyze the data.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Statistics -I,Introduction to Statistics -II,Frequency Distributions-I,Frequency Distributions-II,Central Tendency-I,Central Tendency-II,Variability-I,Variability-II,z-Scores: Location of Scores ,Probability,Probability and Samples,The Distribution of Sample Means,Introduction to Hypothesis Testing-I,Introduction to Hypothesis Testing-II.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. To recognize the correct definitions and applications of statistical concepts and methods used in behavioral and social science research,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
2. To recognize correct definitions and applications of the research methods, designs, and procedures, identify the appropriate statistical analyses for given research questions and sets of data,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
3. To explain why their choices are appropriate, making reference to relevant research and measurement issues,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
4. To perform the statistical analyses and explain/interpret the results,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
5. To be able to recognize and explain research and statistical procedures that appear in professional research articles.
Gravetter, F. J. &Wallnau, L. B. (2014). Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences. Cengage (ISBN-13: 978-1-285-05634-0)
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts of research and application-oriented sub-fields of psychology and the basic theories of these fields.
2
Can compare theories and schools in the history of psychology, and relate new developments with this knowledge.
3
Can recognize and interpret the problems they encounter and offer solutions using their expert knowledge.
4
Can investigate a problem with scientific methods, interpret findings and turn the results into a scientific publication.
5
Can lead the project, plan and manage the activities in a team established to solve the problems related to their field.
6
Can question and criticize new ideas from a scientific point of view without taking sides.
7
They adopt the principle of lifelong learning and can follow new developments in their field.
8
Can share their findings, knowledge and solution suggestions about a problem with colleagues or people outside of their field in written or oral form, in an appropriate language.
9
They have a sense of social responsibility and can use their professional achievements in solving problems in their near and far surroundings.
10
Speaks English at least at B1 level to follow international professional developments.
11
Has basic computer skills and can communicate with colleagues on up-to-date platforms.
12
Knows the basic tools of psychology used in assessment and evaluation and can use these tools.
13
Knows professional responsibilities, authorization, and limits, recognizes psychological problems, can make the right referral for their solution, and abides by ethical principles in research and practice.
14
They consider individual and cultural differences in research and practice and take these differences into account while evaluating the research results.
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
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
3
8
24
Term Project
1
40
40
Presentation of Project / Seminar
1
4
4
Quiz
0
0
0
Midterm Exam
1
25
25
General Exam
1
30
30
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
165
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(165/30)
6
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
STATISTICS for BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES I
-
Fall Semester
3+0
3
6
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Course Type
Required
Course Coordinator
Assist.Prof. Ela ARI
Name of Lecturer(s)
Assist.Prof. Ela ARI
Assistant(s)
Aim
This course is intended for students in disciplines that require knowledge of statistical methods used in behavioral and social science research. Emphasis is on the conceptual understanding of statistics within the context of research. Relevant research topics are discussed and linked to the appropriate statistical methods.
The main goal of this course is to help students to acquire some of the knowledge and skills needed to (1) understand professional research articles or reports, (2) assess the technical merits of research, (3) determine whether the research results are trustworthy, and (4) determine whether interpretations of results and conclusions are appropriate based on the research methods and statistical procedures used to analyze the data.
Course Content
This course contains; Introduction to Statistics -I,Introduction to Statistics -II,Frequency Distributions-I,Frequency Distributions-II,Central Tendency-I,Central Tendency-II,Variability-I,Variability-II,z-Scores: Location of Scores ,Probability,Probability and Samples,The Distribution of Sample Means,Introduction to Hypothesis Testing-I,Introduction to Hypothesis Testing-II.
Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. To recognize the correct definitions and applications of statistical concepts and methods used in behavioral and social science research,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
2. To recognize correct definitions and applications of the research methods, designs, and procedures, identify the appropriate statistical analyses for given research questions and sets of data,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
3. To explain why their choices are appropriate, making reference to relevant research and measurement issues,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
4. To perform the statistical analyses and explain/interpret the results,
10, 12, 16, 21, 9
A
5. To be able to recognize and explain research and statistical procedures that appear in professional research articles.
Gravetter, F. J. &Wallnau, L. B. (2014). Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences. Cengage (ISBN-13: 978-1-285-05634-0)
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Knows the basic concepts of research and application-oriented sub-fields of psychology and the basic theories of these fields.
2
Can compare theories and schools in the history of psychology, and relate new developments with this knowledge.
3
Can recognize and interpret the problems they encounter and offer solutions using their expert knowledge.
4
Can investigate a problem with scientific methods, interpret findings and turn the results into a scientific publication.
5
Can lead the project, plan and manage the activities in a team established to solve the problems related to their field.
6
Can question and criticize new ideas from a scientific point of view without taking sides.
7
They adopt the principle of lifelong learning and can follow new developments in their field.
8
Can share their findings, knowledge and solution suggestions about a problem with colleagues or people outside of their field in written or oral form, in an appropriate language.
9
They have a sense of social responsibility and can use their professional achievements in solving problems in their near and far surroundings.
10
Speaks English at least at B1 level to follow international professional developments.
11
Has basic computer skills and can communicate with colleagues on up-to-date platforms.
12
Knows the basic tools of psychology used in assessment and evaluation and can use these tools.
13
Knows professional responsibilities, authorization, and limits, recognizes psychological problems, can make the right referral for their solution, and abides by ethical principles in research and practice.
14
They consider individual and cultural differences in research and practice and take these differences into account while evaluating the research results.
