Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- BESÖ501 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 9.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Hande BABA KAYA
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Hande BABA KAYA (Güz)
Goals Understanding the principles underlying scientific approaches, developing analytical thinking skills and gaining the knowledge and ability to conduct scientific research within the framework of ethical rules
Course Content The nature and development process of scientific knowledge, method and method principles in social sciences, some basic concepts related to scientific research methods, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis techniques, ethical rules that should be applied in scientific research and ethical citation forms and techniques.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Explain some basic concepts related to science and scientific knowledge1
2 Explain the process and types of scientific research, determine the level of scientificity of any work
3 Explains the basic features of quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques.
4 Knows the ethical rules to be applied in scientific research
5 Demonstrates how to conduct research in accordance with ethical rules and make it into an academic study
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Development of Science Qualities of Scientific Knowledge and Purpose of Scientific Research Qualities of Scientific Knowledge Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
2. Week Method and Method Principles in Social Sciences Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
3. Week Hypothesis, Hypothesis Testing, Theory and Scientific Law Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
4. Week Deduction, Induction and Hypothesised Deduction Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
5. Week Determining the level of scientificity of any work Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
6. Week Scientific Research Process and Stages Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
7. Week Ethical Rules to be Applied in Scientific Research Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
8. Week Ethical Guidelines to be Applied in Scientific Research Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
9. Week Types of Scientific Research Research, Presentation (Preparation), Question and Answer, Discussion, Case Study
10. Week Selection and delimitation of the research topic and preparation of a tentative plan Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
11. Week Data Collection and Analysis Techniques Research, Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
12. Week The Place of Quantitative and Qualitative Research in Scientific Research Tradition Research, Presentation (Preparation), Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
13. Week Using the Internet for Research Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
14. Week Ethical Citation Forms and Techniques 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 The program is designed in full compliance with the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ) Level 7 standards. Graduates leave the program having acquired the following core competency areas: • KNOWLEDGE: Advanced knowledge and understanding specialized in the field of physical education and sports. • SKILLS: Research, analysis, material development, and teaching skills. • COMPETENCE — INDEPENDENT STUDY: Ability to independently conduct advanced academic and professional studies. • COMPETENCE — LEARNING: Lifelong learning awareness and self-directed learning skills. • COMPETENCE — COMMUNICATION: Effective written, oral, and digital communication skills. • COMPETENCE — SOCIAL: Ethical behavior, democratic values, and awareness of social responsibility. • COMPETENCE — FIELD-SPECIFIC: Compliance with professional standards, legal regulations, and ethical principles.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 2 2 2 2 2
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Seyidoğlu, Halil (2016). Bilimsel Araştırma ve Yazma El Kitabı. Geliştirilmiş 11. Baskı, İstanbul: Güzem
  • Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (2018). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri, Gözden Geçirilmiş 2. Baskı, Ankara: Seçkin.
  • Coşkun, R. Altunışık, R. ve Yıldırım, E. (2017). Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri, Güncellenmiş 9. Baskı, Ankara: Seçkin.
  • Erdem, A. R. (2012). Bilim İnsanı Yetiştirmede Etik Eğitimi. Yükseköğretim ve Bilim Dergisi. 2(1): 25-32, DOI: 10.5961/jhes.2012.030.
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
Research 4 10 40
Presentation (Preparation) 2 8 16
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 15 15
Homework 1 17 17
Homework Preparation 1 17.5 17.5
Final 1 8 8
Practice 1 10 10
Classroom Activities 8 8 64
Total Workload 229.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 9.0