Political Science and International Relations (Non-Thesis) (English)
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General Introduction Information of the Course

Course Code:

GRAD5003

Ders İsmi:

Research Methods and Publication Ethics

Ders Yarıyılı:

Fall

Ders Kredileri:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Ders Koşulu:

Ders İş Deneyimini Gerektiriyor mu?:

Type of course:

Necessary

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Mehmet Gürel TEKELİOĞLU

Course Lecturer(s):

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi Mehmet Gürel TEKELİOĞLU

Course Assistants:

Course Objectives and Content

Course Objectives:	This course focuses on the principles and practices of conducting high-quality research and adhering to ethical standards in publishing. Topics include research design, data collection methods, hypothesis testing, and ethical considerations in academic publishing.
Course Content:	This course focuses on the principles and practices of conducting high-quality research and adhering to ethical standards in publishing. Topics include research design, data collection methods, hypothesis testing, and ethical considerations in academic publishing.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Developing a strong foundation in research methodologies and design
2) Understanding ethical practices in research and publication
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Formulating research questions and hypotheses
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Critically evaluating academic literature
2) Preparing and presenting research findings effectively
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Course Weekly Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction to Research Methods
2)	Research Design
3)	Reviewing Literature and Gap Analysis
4)	Citation and Referencing Styles
5)	Data Collection Techniques
6)	Data Collection Techniques
7)	Recap of the Previous Lectures Prior to the Midterm Exam
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Data Analysis and Interpretation
10)	Data Analysis and Interpretation
11)	Presenting Research Findings and Academic Writing Best Practices
12)	Presenting Research Findings and Academic Writing Best Practices
13)	Peer Review Process and Disseminating Research Findings
14)	Ethical Considerations in Research and Publishing
15)	Course Recap and Concluding Remarks
16)	Final Assessment (Research Proposal Report) Submission Due

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	• Christensen, Larry B. (2014) Research methods, design, and analysis, 12th edition, ISBN: 9781292057743 • Saunders, Mark (2009) Research methods for business students, 5th edition, ISBN: 9780273716860
References:	• The Official Guide to APA Style (2020) Retrieved: https://apastyle.apa.org/products/publication-manual-7th-edition

Relationship Between Course and Program Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes	1	3	2	5	4
Program Outcomes
1) To be able to develop and deepen their knowledge in the same or a different field at the level of expertise based on undergraduate level qualifications. To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field.
2) To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field. - To be able to interpret and create new information by integrating the knowledge gained in the field with information from different disciplinary fields, - To be able to solve the problems encountered in the field by using research methods.
3) To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the level of expertise acquired in the field with a critical approach and to be able to direct his/her learning.
4) - To be able to supervise and teach social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To be able to develop strategies, policies and implementation plans on issues related to the field and to evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. - To be able to use the knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills in the field in interdisciplinary studies.
5) - To be able to independently carry out a study that requires specialization in the field. - To be able to develop new strategic approaches for solving complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to the field and to produce solutions by taking responsibility. - To be able to lead in environments that require solving problems related to the field.
6) - To be able to systematically transfer the current developments in the field and his/her own studies to the groups in and out of the field in written, oral and visual ways by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. - To be able to examine and develop social relations and the norms that guide these relations from a critical point of view and to be able to take action to change them when necessary. - To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio. - To be able to use advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field.

Relationship Between Course and Learning Outcome

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	To be able to develop and deepen their knowledge in the same or a different field at the level of expertise based on undergraduate level qualifications. To be able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field.	3
2)	To be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge at the level of expertise acquired in the field. - To be able to interpret and create new information by integrating the knowledge gained in the field with information from different disciplinary fields, - To be able to solve the problems encountered in the field by using research methods.	4
3)	To be able to evaluate the knowledge and skills at the level of expertise acquired in the field with a critical approach and to be able to direct his/her learning.	4
4)	- To be able to supervise and teach social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying and announcing the data related to the field. - To be able to develop strategies, policies and implementation plans on issues related to the field and to evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. - To be able to use the knowledge, problem solving and/or application skills in the field in interdisciplinary studies.	4
5)	- To be able to independently carry out a study that requires specialization in the field. - To be able to develop new strategic approaches for solving complex and unforeseen problems encountered in applications related to the field and to produce solutions by taking responsibility. - To be able to lead in environments that require solving problems related to the field.	5
6)	- To be able to systematically transfer the current developments in the field and his/her own studies to the groups in and out of the field in written, oral and visual ways by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. - To be able to examine and develop social relations and the norms that guide these relations from a critical point of view and to be able to take action to change them when necessary. - To be able to communicate orally and in writing in a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio. - To be able to use advanced information and communication technologies together with computer software at the level required by the field.	5

Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Anlatım
Beyin fırtınası /Altı şapka
Course
Okuma
Rapor Yazma
Soru cevap/ Tartışma
Web Tabanlı Öğrenme

Assessment and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Gözlem
Sunum
Raporlama
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Midterms	1	% 55
Final	1	% 40
Kanaat Notu	1	% 5
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Calculation

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	4	56
Midterms	1	21	21
Final	1	42	42
Total Workload			161