EDUCATIONAL DESIGN AND EVALUATION (TURKISH, THESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
EDT5112 Statistical Data Analysis Spring 3 0 3 8
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: Turkish
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. ZEYNEP CÖMERT
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. HASAN KEMAL SUHER
Instructor TUĞBA KIRAL ÖZKAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: NONE
Course Objectives: This course will primarily focus on quantitative data analysis. Topics in this course will include descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, sampling distributions, t-test, ANOVA, and regression. A parallel learning activity will be to learn how to use SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) to run the above-mentioned statistical procedures.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
At the end of this course, students will;
o Develop an understanding of the connection between quantitative research types and corresponding statistical analysis types.
o Develop a knowledge base for basic statistical concepts, terms, and principles.
o Develop knowledge of introductory level statistical methods.
o Develop skills to perform statistical analysis for given research types.
o Develop skills to use statistical software to analyze quantitative data.
o Develop knowledge and skills to report quantitative data analysis results.

Course Content

Descriptive statistics; hypothesis testing; sampling distributions; t-test; ANOVA; regression; running these analyses in SPSS and interpreting the output; writing up quantitative data analysis results

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to statistical methods NONE
2) Descriptive statistics Ch. 1 and 2: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 1, 2, and 3: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
3) Descriptive statistics Ch. 1 and 2: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 1, 2, and 3: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
4) Normal distribution Ch. 3: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 1, 2, and 3: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
5) Normal distribution Ch. 3: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 1, 2, and 3: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
6) Sampling distribution and basic hypothesis testing Ch. 4: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth.
7) Sampling distribution and basic hypothesis testing Ch. 4: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth.
8) Mean comparison of two groups Ch. 7: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 9: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
9) Mean comparison of two groups Ch. 7: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 9: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
10) Mean comparison of three or more groups Ch. 11: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 10: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
11) Mean comparison of three or more groups Ch. 11: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 10: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
12) Simple regression Ch. 9 and 15: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 7: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
13) Simple regression Ch. 9 and 15: Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. Ch. 7: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.
14) Writing up data analysis results NONE

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Field, A. (2009). Discovering statistics using SPSS (3rd ed.). London: Sage.

Howell, D.C. (2007). Statistical methods for psychology (6th ed.).Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth.
References: Cozby, P.C. (2007). Methods in behavioral research (9th ed.). Boston: McGraw Hill.

Pedhazur, E.J. & Schmelkin, L.P. (1991). Measurement, design, and analysis: An integrated approach. Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

Salkind, N.J. (2004). Statistics for people who (think they) hate statistics (2nd ed.). London: Sage.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 1 % 20
Midterms 2 % 40
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 7 98
Midterms 2 15 30
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 190

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Can develop effective teaching processes by using design principles in learning and teaching
2) Can create innovative educational environments by analyzing theories and models related to learning systems design.
3) Can develop valid and reliable measurement tools by grounding assessment and evaluation processes in education on scientific principles.
4) Can generate evidence-based solutions by conducting design and action research to support educational change.
5) Can evaluate new approaches and integrate them into practice by following current educational design research.
6) Can analyze assessment and evaluation methods in education to select and apply appropriate models.
7) Can analyze computer-based exam systems to develop technology-based assessment processes.
8) Can conduct comprehensive analyses by using multivariate research methods in educational evaluations.
9) Can develop and implement appropriate measurement tools to assess cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills.
10) Can gain a critical perspective on national and international educational measurement and evaluation by examining current developments.
11) Can manage instructional design and learning design processes to enhance the effectiveness of educational programs.
12) Can improve assessment and evaluation processes by utilizing data analytics and research techniques in education.
13) Can develop unique solutions for educational policies and learning systems by employing interdisciplinary approaches.
14) Can develop inclusive assessment and evaluation applications by adhering to ethical and fair evaluation principles in education.
15) Can conduct an original thesis study in the field of educational design and evaluation by using scientific research methods.
16) Can contribute to the field of education by sharing research findings on academic and professional platforms.