| Course Objectives: |
The course will attempt to answer the questions on the neutrality and the difficulties of research. Attempting to answer those questions and the various issues underlying them is the primary objective of the course. This will be achieved through combining a theoretical and practical approach to the study of qualitative methodology.
The second objective of the course is to explore both the “hows” or research and, at the same time, examine the underlying assumptions and values of qualitative research practices.
The third and overarching objective of this course is to examine not only how one goes about “doing” those aspects of one’s work but also delve into a variety of ethical, epistemological, ontological and methodological issues, as well as improving critical thinking and increasing methodological knowledge inherent in that “doing.” |
| Course Content: |
In the last two decades, emerging theories in qualitative research have drawn attention to the complexities inherent in research.
In light of these theories, research can no longer be regarded unproblematic, objective, or value free, where data is neutrally and naturally collected, interpreted and textualized by disinterested researchers. Rather, research methodology has become a problematized and contested terrain depicting a double crisis of representation and legitimation. What is (and why) this double crisis? And what implications might it have for the field of qualitative research and for the researcher working (in) that field? |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
An Introduction to Inquiry |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 2) |
Measurement of Abstract Concepts |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 3) |
Measurement of Abstract Concepts |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 4) |
Observation, Sampling |
Academic Articles and related books
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| 5) |
Observation, Sampling |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 6) |
Observation, Sampling |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 7) |
Quantitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 8) |
Quantitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 9) |
Quantitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 10) |
Qualitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 11) |
Qualitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 12) |
Qualitative Design and Analysis |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 13) |
Review of the course |
Academic Articles and related books |
| 14) |
Review of the course |
Academic Articles and related books |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
- Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources. |
2 |
| 2) |
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field.
-Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field. |
4 |
| 3) |
Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field.
- Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data.
-Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility.
-Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
-Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge. |
5 |
| 4) |
Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach.
-Determine learning needs and direct the learning.
-Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning. |
3 |
| 5) |
Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field.
- Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security. |
3 |
| 6) |
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently.
- Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field.
- Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project |
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BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
