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:
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| Knowledge
(Described as Theoritical and/or Factual Knowledge.)
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1) The participants will learn the quantitative research methods and the research areas they are functional.
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2) The participants will learn how to use qualitative and quantitative methods together during the course of research.
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| Skills
(Describe as Cognitive and/or Practical Skills.)
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1) The participants will be able to recognize the social facts which can be researched by quantitative research methods.
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| 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.)
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1) The participants will have the mental equipment required to conduct the phases of design, application and analysis of any quantitative research.
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3.1) The participants will have a grasp of the basic methodological issues of the area and will be able to adopt the innovations.
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3) The participants will be able to practice quantitative research methods in a creative manner considering the distinctiveness of the research area.
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4) The participants will have an experience of the application of quantitative research methods.
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5) During the application of quantitative research methods, the participants will be able to communicate with individuals interviewed considering the sensibilities of research area.
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Related Preparation |
Further Study |
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The Basic Debates of Methodology |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Is it possible to measure social? |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Quantitative Research Methods in Social Sciences and Statistics |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Introduction to Survey |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Survey and the Issue of Validity |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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The Techniques of Sampling |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Survey Application in the Field |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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The Interpretation of Survey Findings |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Statistical Techniques for the Data Validity |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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Survey Application for the Participants |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
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What is Content Analysis? |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
Daniel Riffe, Stephen Lacy, Frederick Fico. 2005. Analyzing Media Messages Using Quantitative Content Analysis in Research. New York and London: Taylor and Francis Group.
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Application Samples for Quantitative Research Analysis |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
Daniel Riffe, Stephen Lacy, Frederick Fico. 2005. Analyzing Media Messages Using Quantitative Content Analysis in Research. New York and London: Taylor and Francis Group.
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Quantitative Content Analysis |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
Daniel Riffe, Stephen Lacy, Frederick Fico. 2005. Analyzing Media Messages Using Quantitative Content Analysis in Research. New York and London: Taylor and Francis Group.
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Discussion: Is It Possible to Measure Social? |
Russel Keat, John Urry, 2011. Social Theory as Science. London and Boston: Routledge.
Paul Wogt. 2011. Quantitative Research Methods. London: Sage.
Mark Balnaves, Peter Caputi. 2001. Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods an Investigative Approach. London: Sage
Daniel Riffe, Stephen Lacy, Frederick Fico. 2005. Analyzing Media Messages Using Quantitative Content Analysis in Research. New York and London: Taylor and Francis Group.
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(KPLOs and SPLOs are the abbreviations for Key & Sub- Programme Learning Outcomes, respectively. )
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Contribution Level (from 1 to 5) |
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Recognizes different paradigms, fundamental theoretical approaches and methodologies in social sciences,
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1.1 Interprets classical and contemporary political theories in a critical and comparative way,
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1.2 Analyzes the contemporary issues and events through the relations between politics, political economy and culture,
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1.3 Identifies the structures, actors and power relations of the political sphere, |
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1.4 Interprets the social dynamics and working mechanisms of the international sphere through the theories of international relations, |
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1.5 Comprehends the social foundations of the national and international law, functions of the international and supranational institutions and their relations between each other, |
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1.6 Analyzes the social structure and political life in Turkey with theoretical, historical, cultural and contemporary perspectives, |
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Recognizes individual, social and academic ethic norms. Use their expertise for the public good, |
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2.1 Demonstrates open-mindedness for different viewpoints. Develop relations with the personal and social other on the basis of empathy and respect, |
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2.2 Communicates on the basis of public good against discrimination through prioritizing public mind and gain consciousness of citizenship, |
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Evaluates the issues in the academia and work life with a reflexive viewpoint. Interpret in a sociological way while relating biographical with historical, |
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3.1 Evaluates national and international social developments within the framework of social justice and human rights, |
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3.2 Comprehends the social world as a struggle process within the framework of class, stratification and gender relations, |
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3.3 Develops citizen consciousness and responsibility through democratic thought, negotiation and participation, |
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3.4 Develops an interdisciplinary and critical viewpoint by analytical and comparative thinking, gain the qualifications required by professional life, |
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Applies the theoretical knowledge in business life during a semester. |
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4.1 Experiences all processes in business life. |
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4.2 Takes part in activities related to the field of education in a business operating in the field. |
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4.3 Questions the application with theoretical knowledge. |
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4.4 Compiles the knowledge and experience gained in the field. |
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S/he acquires the competencies that develop by the expectations of business world and the society defined as the institutional outcomes of our university on the advanced level in relation with his/her field. |
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5.1 Acquires the analyzing solving the problems and managing the conflicts. |
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5.2 Participates as a team member and takes responsibility in the environments that require the solving of the conflicts and acts as a leader when necessary. |
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5.3 Has awareness for ethical and social responsivity. |
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5.4 By supporting the learnt courses with quantitative and qualitative data; and by using verbal and visual communication means, s/he transfers them to the groups within and outside his/her group in a systematical and effective way. |
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5.5 Evaluates the norms and standards present in the works in which s/he takes responsibility in a critical point of view. |
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5.6 Develops strategical, innovative and entrepreneurial ideas. |
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5.7 Acquires competence of managing the change. |
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5.8 Shows development personally and socially with and awareness for lifelong learning. |
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5.9 Follows advanced technologies and developments about digital transformation. |
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5.10 Has cultural awareness and s/he transfers this to the groups within and outside his/her field. |
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5.11 Has awareness about citizenship competency. |
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5.12 Acquires communication in a Foreign Language (English) competence defined on the level of at least B1 in European Language Portfolio. (In programs whose medium of instruction is English, on the level of B2/B2+).
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