Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- BESÖ530 Turkish Compulsory 3 + 0 3.0 7.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Öznur KARADAĞ
Instructor(s)
Goals To provide students with the knowledge and skills related to scientific research in the field of sport sciences; to equip them with the ability to plan, write and present scientific research and to evaluate the rules to be followed in this process.
Course Content Literature review, hypothesis formulation, problem determination, experimental setup, cost planning, project preparation for national and international academic platforms.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Defines and explains the basic knowledge and concepts related to science and research method.
2 Can analyse the types of scientific research comparatively.
3 Can act in accordance with the rules of footnote and bibliography in writing the research.
4 Takes into account the rules of style and scientific ethics in writing the research.
5 Selects data collection / information gathering methods appropriate to research methods and techniques.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Basic concepts and definitions related to science and scientific research. Ethics in scientific research Lecture, Discussion
2. Week Scientific Research Methods: Classification and comparison of qualitative and quantitative research Question and Answer, Discussion, Case Study
3. Week Examination of research models in qualitative research. Lecture
4. Week Examination of research models in quantitative research. Lecture
5. Week Examination of preferred research methods in Physical Education and Sports Sciences. Research, Lecture, Question and Answer, Discussion
6. Week Examination of scientific research variable types (dependent, independent, regulatory, control and intermediate) variables with examples. Lecture
7. Week Explaining the ways of accessing scientific knowledge, scanning scientific studies in databases (articles, theses, etc.) in practice Practice
8. Week Examination of the stages of the scientific research process (subject selection, purpose, importance, problem and sub-problem, hypothesis, limitation and assumption) Research, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Examination of the universe and sampling methods in scientific studies. Research, Presentation (Preparation), Lecture
10. Week Data collection methods Lecture
11. Week Source citation techniques (APA 6) Direct and indirect quotations Practice
12. Week Evaluation, interpretation and discussion of research methods, variables, data collection techniques and research findings through thesis or article examples. Practice
13. Week Preparing a research proposal Preparation, After Class Study, Group Work
14. Week Research proposal presentations Research, Presentation (Preparation)
*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 5 5 5 5 5
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Büyüköztürk, Ş., Akgün, Ö., Karadeniz, Ş. (2010). Scientific Research Methods. Pegem A Publishing, Ankara.
  • Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (2013). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Seçkin Yayıncılık, Ankara
  • Tanrıöğen, A. (2014). Bilimsel Araştırma Teknikleri. Anı Yayın Evi. Ankara.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 15 15
Homework 1 12 12
Homework Preparation 1 12 12
Final 1 18 18
Classroom Activities 15 8.1 121.5
Total Workload 178.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 7.0