| CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (ENGLISH, PHD) | |||||
| PhD | TR-NQF-HE: Level 8 | QF-EHEA: Third Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 8 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| QUA6999 | Qualifying Exam | Spring | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Must Course |
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| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Prof. Dr. ELİF OKAN |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The Doctoral Qualifying Exam prepares students to demonstrate mastery of their field's core knowledge and advanced topics. It aims to assess students' analytical skills, critical thinking, and readiness to pursue independent research. This exam also ensures that candidates can synthesize knowledge across disciplines relevant to their research focus. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of core and specialized areas related to the doctoral field of study. Apply critical thinking to synthesize and evaluate key theories, concepts, and methodologies. Exhibit readiness for independent research by identifying and addressing complex research questions. |
| The course includes preparation for core subject areas and advanced topics relevant to the student’s doctoral research. Activities involve literature review, identifying key theories and methodologies, and addressing gaps in knowledge. The syllabus culminates in comprehensive written and/or oral examinations designed to evaluate academic readiness. |
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| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Program Courses |
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| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Final | 1 | % 100 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 0 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 100 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 53 | 742 |
| Final | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Total Workload | 747 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Comprehends, discusses, and analyzes current theories, models, and approaches in the field at the highest level with an original perspective. | 2 |
| 2) | Develops interdisciplinary knowledge in curriculum development, instructional design, assessment and evaluation, and research methods. | 2 |
| 3) | Follows national and international studies in educational sciences and contributes to the processes of generating new knowledge. | 4 |
| 4) | Designs and conducts original research processes in the field and achieves scientific results. | 5 |
| 5) | Produces creative and critical solutions to complex educational problems through an interdisciplinary approach. | 4 |
| 6) | Demonstrates high-level analytical and synthesis skills in developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs. | 3 |
| 7) | Structures scientific knowledge and contributes to the field through original publications. | 3 |
| 8) | Conducts independent research in their own and interdisciplinary fields and takes on leadership roles. | 5 |
| 9) | Assumes responsibility at academic, institutional, and societal levels; acts in accordance with scientific and ethical values. | 4 |
| 10) | Adopts lifelong learning principles, plans and manages their own learning processes. | 4 |
| 11) | Has the capacity to quickly acquire new knowledge and skills and adapt to changing educational environments. | 3 |
| 12) | Participates in academic discussions and effectively articulates original ideas both verbally and in writing. | 2 |
| 13) | Develops scientific collaborations in national and international contexts and takes active roles in multidisciplinary teams. | 3 |
| 14) | Uses a foreign language at least at the B2 level of the European Language Portfolio to follow and communicate scientific developments. | 2 |
| 15) | Develops original solutions in educational innovation, instructional technologies, and learning sciences, contributing to the field. | 3 |
| 16) | Plays a pioneering role in the transformation of educational systems and proposes educational policies. | 2 |
| 17) | Develops strategies to structure instructional programs in line with societal needs. | 2 |