Social Service
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Social Service
Course Details
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Social Service
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99300006 | Research Methodologies | 2 | Autumn | 3 | 3+0+0 | 4 | 4 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Abdullah TOPCUOĞLU |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Abdullah TOPCUOĞLU | C-129 | [email protected] | 7954 |
Course Content
The course covers the basic foundations and concepts of scientific research; research types (models), the importance of research in social work, scientific research process and ethics in scientific research. The focus of the course is undoubtedly the scientific research process. In the research process; definition of the research problem, the purpose and sub-objectives of the research, literature review, design of the method (research model, universe and sample, data collection techniques, measurement of validity and reliability; data processing), findings, discussion, conclusion, recommendations and preparation of a scientific research report. .
Objectives of the Course
The main purpose of this course is to teach social work students the basic concepts, processes, methods and techniques of scientific research at the theoretical level.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P2 | Has knowledge of contemporary management in human service organizations. | 3 |
| P6 | Has the ability to conduct scientific research specific to the field. | 4 |
| P7 | Has the ability to use innovations in information and technology for individual and professional development. | 4 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Evaluates management practices in humanitarian service organisations in terms of effectiveness and efficiency from a social service perspective. | P.2.6 | 1 |
| O2 | Defines the basic concepts and methods used in social work research. | P.6.1 | 1 |
| O3 | Explains how social work research contributes to practice, policy, and programmes. | P.6.2 | 1 |
| O4 | Critically evaluates social work literature and research findings. | P.6.6 | 1 |
| O5 | Defines information technologies used in social services. | P.7.1 | 1 |
| O6 | Monitors and analyses the development of information technologies in the field of social services. | P.7.4 | 1 |
| O7 | Uses information technology to plan personal and professional goals. | P.7.5 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction and course orientation |
| 2 | The place and importance of research in social work. Science and science-related concepts. Features of science |
| 3 | Science and research. scientific method. Scientific attitudes and behaviors |
| 4 | Research definition, types and stages. Basic characteristics of research and some wrong attitudes towards research. |
| 5 | Use of quantitative and qualitative research in social work |
| 6 | The aim of the research, the problem and the basic principles of literature review |
| 7 | Midterm |
| 8 | Designing the Research Method, research models |
| 9 | Universe and Sample |
| 10 | Data Collection process, data collection tools and data analysis |
| 11 | Findings, discussion, conclusion and recommendations |
| 12 | Planning the research proposal and writing the research report, editing the appendices and showing the bibliography. |
| 13 | Ethical issues in social work research |
| 14 | Review of Research Proposals |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Yıldırım, A., Şimşek H. (2004). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Ankara. Seçkin Kitabevi. |
| Yıldırım, A., Şimşek H. (2004). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Ankara. Seçkin Kitabevi. | |
| Yıldırım, A., Şimşek H. (2004). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Ankara. Seçkin Kitabevi. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 21 | 21 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 120 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 4 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P2 | P6 | P7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Evaluates management practices in humanitarian service organisations in terms of effectiveness and efficiency from a social service perspective. | 3 | - | - |
| O2 | Defines the basic concepts and methods used in social work research. | - | 5 | - |
| O3 | Explains how social work research contributes to practice, policy, and programmes. | - | 4 | - |
| O4 | Critically evaluates social work literature and research findings. | - | 3 | - |
| O5 | Defines information technologies used in social services. | - | - | 5 |
| O6 | Monitors and analyses the development of information technologies in the field of social services. | - | - | 3 |
| O7 | Uses information technology to plan personal and professional goals. | - | - | 4 |