SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE COURSE

Course Code	Course Name	Year	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
70313TATOZ-IOP0011	Research Methodology in Social Sciences	1	Spring	3	0	3	6

Course Type :	Compulsory
Cycle:	Master      TQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree      QF-EHEA:Second Cycle      EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree
Language of Instruction:	Turkish
Prerequisities and Co-requisities:	N/A
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Name of Coordinator:	Doçent Dr. EDA ERMAĞAN ÇAĞLAR
Dersin Öğretim Eleman(lar)ı:	Doçent Dr. CAFER ŞAFAK EYEL
Dersin Kategorisi:

SECTION II: INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Course Objectives & Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to enable students to transfer their knowledge of undergraduate method to their thesis / project studies. Also, to enable knowledge and ability on research methods in social sciences by using positivist approaches.
Course Content:	In accordance with the purpose of the course, the students will be given theoretical knowledge about literature review, scientific report preparation, quoting, creating research hypothesis and choosing the right method to test it, and develop their research skills through in-class applications.

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) are those describing the knowledge, skills and competencies that students are expected to achieve upon successful completion of the course. In this context, Course Learning Outcomes defined for this course unit are as follows:

Knowledge (Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)

1) Students will be able to conduct scientific research and reporting

2) The student knows scientific ethics.

Skills (Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)

1) Student improves her/his own abilities on reading and understanding of the a scientific paper.

2) Student can evaluate a research design and scientific paper by using critical approach.

Competences (Described as "Ability of the learner to apply knowledge and skills autonomously with responsibility", "Learning to learn"," Communication and social" and "Field specific" competences.)

1) The student can find and select the appropriate sources for her/his research question in the literature.

Weekly Course Schedule

Week	Subject	Materials Sharing *
		Related Preparation	Further Study
1)	The Essentials of Scientific Method and Social Sciences: General Definitions and Concepts
2)	The Approaches of Social Sciences: Short History
3)	Design of a Scientific Research I: Review of Literature and Choosing a research topic: where to start? Determination of the Problem Ethic in Science.
4)	Research Design II: Taxonomy of Variables and Measures, Operational Definition of the Variables and Examples
5)	Research Design III: Population, Sample, Sampling and Hypothesis
6)	In-class Practise I: Definitions of research variables, population, samples, problem, aims and hypothesis on paper
7)	In-Class Practises II: General Review
8)	Mid-Term Exam
9)	The Taxonomy of Scientific Research Methods in Social Sciences
10)	Descriptive Researches: Observation and Correlation
11)	Descriptive Researches: Questionnaire
12)	The Essentials of Scientific Paper and Parts
13)	Ethic in Scientific Research and APA
14)	Applications: Presentation Research Papers I
15)	Applications : Presentation of Research Paper II
16)	Final

*These fields provides students with course materials for their pre- and further study before and after the course delivered.

Recommended or Required Reading & Other Learning Resources/Tools

Course Notes / Textbooks:

References:

Aziz, A. (2020). Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma Yöntemleri ve Teknikleri. Ankara: Nobel Yayıncılık. Balcı, A. (2021). Sosyal Bilimlerde Araştırma: Yöntem, Teknik ve İlkeler. Ankara: Pegem Akademi. Day, R. A. (2000). Bilimsel Bir Makale Nasıl Yazılır ve Yayımlanır? (Çev. G.A. Altay). Tübitak Yayınları. Köklü, N. (2007). Aşırmayı Önlemek, Türk Psikoloji Bülteni, Aralık 2007, 13(41), 20-26. Uçak, N. Ö., Birinci, H. G. (2008). Bilimsel Etik ve İntihal, Türk Kütüphaneciliği, 22(2), 187-207. Amerikan Psikoloji Derneği (2015). Amerikan Psikoloji Derneği Yayım Kılavuzu - 6. Basım’ın Türkçesi (Çev. Engin Karadağ). İstanbul: Kaknüs Yayınları. Beykoz Üniversitesi Lisansüstü Programlar Enstitüsü Yüksek Lisans Dönem Projesi Yazım Kılavuzu https://www.beykoz.edu.tr/icerik/1658-yazim-klavuzlari Türkiye Bilimler Akademisi Bilim Etiği Komitesi (2002). Bilimsel Araştırmada Etik ve Sorunları. Ankara: Türkiye Bilimler Akademisi Yayınları.

SECTION III: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN COURSE UNIT AND COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)

(The matrix below shows how the course learning outcomes (CLOs) associates with programme learning outcomes (both KPLOs & SPLOs) and, if exist, the level of quantitative contribution to them.)

Relationship Between CLOs & PLOs

(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )

CLOs/PLOs	KPLO 1		KPLO 2					KPLO 3			KPLO 4
	1	2	1	2	3	4	5	1	2	3	1	2	3	4	5	6
CLO1
CLO2
CLO3
CLO4
CLO5

Level of Contribution of the Course to PLOs

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Programme Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level (from 1 to 5)
1)	Explain the basic and theoretical knowledge required in business and organizational psychology	1
	1.1 Explain the basic functions and approaches in this field	1
	1.2 Evaluates the different processes in this field from a systematic perspective.	1
2)	Improves the vision of problem solving by using case methods in psychological, physical, interpersonal and organizational problems by using various techniques in different areas of business and organizational psychology.
	2.1 Evaluates her knowledge and skills in the fields of business and organizational psychology with a professional approach
	2.2 Team management in organizations, team work areas, team dynamics by analyzing individual and team work in problem solving and scientific decision-making skills develops.
	2.3 Understands the necessity of adapting to the developments in the world of business and technology.
	2.4 Organize teamwork on organizational behaviors, group dynamics, reactions to changes and innovations and prevent them, and lead when necessary.
	2.5 Be aware of organizational culture in the light of groups and group differences, personality and personal differences in organizations; and transfers this consciousness to the groups and individuals within the field.
3)	Use the theoretical knowledge in scientific research and decision making with efficiency and report the results with an analytical approach.
	3.1 Comprehends conflict and conflict resolution processes in organizations and makes internal information and action planning about conflict resolution.
	3.2 Explains the importance of employee health, right to life, internal and inter-organizational justice and equality; use these perspectives in research projects and studies.
	3.3 Develop the competence to analyze, solve and manage conflicts in the areas of business complaints and dissatisfaction in organizations.
4)	Develops the competencies defined as institutional outcomes of our university at the professional level in business and / or academic life, developing above the undergraduate level competencies, in line with the expectations of the business world and society	4
	4.1 Develop your ability to analyze, solve problems and manage conflicts at the level of expertise.
	4.2 Acts as a team member and leads when necessary.
	4.3 Evaluate the norms and standards that exist in the studies in which he takes responsibility from a critical perspective and develop innovative and entrepreneurial ideas.
	4.4 Aware of advanced technology and digital transformation opportunities in his works.	4
	4.5 Transfer what they have learned in a systematic and impressive way to the groups outside the field by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data, using written, oral and visual communication tools.	4
	4.6 Has cultural awareness and transfers it to groups outside and outside the field.	4

SECTION IV: TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESMENT-EVALUATION METHODS OF THE COURSE

Teaching & Learning Methods of the Course

(All teaching and learning methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Teaching and Learning Methods defined at the Programme Level	Teaching and Learning Methods Defined for the Course
Lectures
Discussion
Case Study
Problem Solving
Demonstration
Views
Laboratory
Reading
Homework
Project Preparation
Thesis Preparation
Peer Education
Seminar
Technical Visit
Course Conference
Brain Storming
Questions Answers
Individual and Group Work
Role Playing-Animation-Improvisation
Active Participation in Class

Assessment & Evaluation Methods of the Course

(All assessment and evaluation methods used at the university are managed systematically. Upon proposals of the programme units, they are assessed by the relevant academic boards and, if found appropriate, they are included among the university list. Programmes, then, choose the appropriate methods in line with their programme design from this list. Likewise, appropriate methods to be used for the course units can be chosen among those defined for the programme.)

Aassessment and evaluation Methods defined at the Programme Level	Assessment and Evaluation Methods defined for the Course
Midterm
Presentation
Final Exam
Quiz
Report Evaluation
Homework Evaluation
Oral Exam
Thesis Defense
Jury Evaluation
Practice Exam
Evaluation of Implementation Training in the Workplace
Active Participation in Class
Participation in Discussions

Relationship Between CLOs & Teaching-Learning, Assesment-Evaluation Methods of the Course

(The matrix below shows the teaching-learning and assessment-evaluation methods designated for the course unit in relation to the course learning outcomes.)

Contribution of Assesment & Evalution Activities to Final Grade of the Course

Measurement and Evaluation Methods	# of practice per semester	Level of Contribution
Application	1	% 5.00
Presentation	1	% 15.00
Midterms	1	% 30.00
Semester Final Exam	1	% 50.00
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
Total		% 100

SECTION V: WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS ALLOCATED FOR THE COURSE

WORKLOAD OF TEACHING & LEARNING ACTIVITIES
Teaching & Learning Activities	# of Activities per semester	Total Workload
Course	13	39
Laboratory
Application
Special Course Internship (Work Placement)
Field Work
Study Hours Out of Class	12	12
Presentations / Seminar
Project
Homework Assignments
Total Workload of Teaching & Learning Activities	-	51
WORKLOAD OF ASSESMENT & EVALUATION ACTIVITIES
Assesment & Evaluation Activities	# of Activities per semester	Total Workload
Quizzes	1	22
Midterms	1	19
Semester Final Exam	1	36
Total Workload of Assesment & Evaluation Activities	-	77
TOTAL WORKLOAD (Teaching & Learning + Assesment & Evaluation Activities)		128
ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE (Total Workload/25.5 h)		6