Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Master's Degree Thesis Work LEE 501 Turkish Compulsory 0 + 1 0.0 20.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Graduate
Mode of delivery This course consists of individual thesis work conducted under the supervision of an advisor. The process proceeds through regular face-to-face meetings, online sessions when necessary, and the student's independent research activities.
Course Coordinator Prof. Dr. Elçin YAZICI ARICI, Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Zeynep Seda ÇAVUŞ, Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Zeynep TOPCU BİLİR, Doç. Dr. Meryem ÇELİK
Instructor(s)
Goals The aim of this course is to enable the student to conduct an original research study in early childhood education, prepare a thesis using scientific methods, and contribute to the academic field.
Course Content Within this course, the student determines a research problem under the supervision of an advisor, conducts a literature review, designs the research method, collects and analyzes data, and completes the thesis by reporting the findings.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Develops an original thesis topic in early childhood education
2 Analyzes the literature comprehensively and critically.
3 Selects and applies appropriate research methods
5 Collects, analyzes, and interprets data.
6 Acts in accordance with scientific ethical principles.
7 Presents research findings orally and in writing.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Course introduction and thesis process planning Other Activities
2. Week Finalizing the research topic Other Activities
3. Week Research problem and questions Other Activities
4. Week Literature review Other Activities
5. Week Developing the theoretical framework Other Activities
6. Week Determining research method and design Other Activities
7. Week Developing data collection tools Other Activities
8. Week Ethics committee process Other Activities
9. Week Data collection process Other Activities
10. Week Completion of data collection Other Activities
11. Week Data analysis Other Activities
12. Week Writing findings Other Activities
13. Week Discussion and conclusion Other Activities
14. Week Final evaluation and thesis submission preparation Other Activities, 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 Develops and deepens knowledge in the field at the expertise level based on undergraduate-level qualifications.
2 Understands the interaction between the field and related disciplines.
3 Utilizes theoretical and practical knowledge acquired at the expertise level in the field.
4 Solves problems in the field using scientific research methods.
6 Systematically conveys developments in the field and personal studies in written, oral, and visual formats.
7 Uses information and communication technologies at an advanced level as required by the field.
8 Collects, interprets, concludes, applies, and shares data related to the field while adhering to ethical values.
9 Develops diverse perspectives, formulates policies, plans, and evaluates outcomes within the framework of quality standards in field-related matters.
10 Internalizes the knowledge gained in the field, transforms it into skills, and applies it in interdisciplinary studies.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY2 1 1 1 1 1 1
PY3 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY4 2 2 2 2 2 2
PY6 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY7 3 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY9 4 4 4 4 4 4
PY10 3 3 3 3 3 3
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Creswell, J. W. – Research Design
  • Merriam, S. B. – Qualitative Research
  • Yıldırım & Şimşek – Qualitative Research Methods
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 6 84
Ders Dışı
Homework 10 4 40
Preparation, After Class Study 4 5 20
Research 10 8 80
Interview 10 4 40
Presentation (Preparation) 6 5 30
Fieldwork 10 6 60
Practice 15 6 90
Other Activities 10 5 50
Sınavlar
Homework 6 1 6
Practice 1 10 10
Total Workload 510
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 20.0