Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- EYD601 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 10.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to Face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Ender KAZAK
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Ender KAZAK (Bahar)
Goals The objective of this course is to enable students to understand the significance of using qualitative methods in educational researches. This course also provides the knowledge of computer programmes in analysing the data.
Course Content Relevance of qualitative research methods in education. Comparison of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Developing interviews. Data collection. Method of study.. Writing analysis and intepretation of the study.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Defines the basic concepts related to qualitative research.
2 Explains qualitative research methods.
3 Explains the data collection techniques used in qualitative research.
4 Develops qualitative data collection tools.
5 Applies data collection tools.
6 Performs the analysis of the data.
7 Interprets the data.
8 Evaluates qualitative and quantitative research comparatively.
9 Develops a qualitative research proposal.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction of the course objectives, content, teaching method, evaluation methods
2. Week Fundamentals of Qualitative Research
3. Week The Place of Qualitative Research in the Tradition of Scientific Research, Comparison of Quantitative and Qualitative Research
4. Week Qualitative Research Patterns Qualitative Research Process
5. Week Sampling and Generalization in Qualitative Research
6. Week Validity and Reliability of Qualitative Research
7. Week Data Collection Techniques in Qualitative Research-I (Interview, Focus Group Interview)
8. Week Data Collection Techniques in Qualitative Research-II (Observation, Document Review)
9. Week Data Collection Techniques in Qualitative Research -III (Case Study, Action Research, Qualitative Data Collection through Metaphors)
10. Week Qualitative Data Analysis
11. Week Contribution of Qualitative Research Results to Science and Practice Reporting of Qualitative Research Results
12. Week Sample Thesis and Article Review Prepared by Qualitative Methods
13. Week Preparing a Qualitative Research Proposal
14. Week Presentation and Critical Evaluation of Qualitative Research Proposals Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Based on master of science competencies of Educational Administration, he improves and deepens high level of knowledge with original thinking and research
7 Makes critical analysis, synthesis and assessment of latest and complicated issues in the field of Educational Administration
17 Establishes functional interactions using decision-making processes by various perspectives in solving possible problems in the field of Educational Administration
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7 DK8 DK9
PY1 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY17 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Yıldırım, A. and Şimşek H. (2004). Qualitative Research Methods in Social Sciences. Ankara: Seçkin Publishing House
  • Saban and Ersoy (2016). Qualitative Research Patterns in Education, Anı Publishing.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Homework 14 5 70
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Sınavlar
Final 14 8.5 119
Total Workload 259
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 10.0