Information Package / Course Catalogue
Research Methods in Education
Course Code: EBB253
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

It is intended that teacher candidates develop an understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and processes of scientific research; be able to identify researchable problems in the field of education; and select appropriate research methods and designs. The course also aims to equip students with the skills to collect, analyse, and interpret data. In addition, it seeks to develop students’ competencies in producing scientific knowledge in accordance with research ethics principles, critically evaluating research findings, and presenting research results in an academic report format. Furthermore, students are expected to recognise and interpret quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research approaches, as well as acquire scientific attitudes and develop corresponding behaviours.

Course Content

The fundamental concepts of scientific research and the characteristics of educational research; identifying the research problem and writing the problem statement; formulating objectives, research questions, and hypotheses; literature review processes; quantitative, qualitative, and mixed research methods; research designs; population, sample, and sampling methods; data collection instruments and their development; concepts of validity and reliability; research ethics; data organization, basic analysis, and interpretation processes; preparation of the research report and rules of scientific writing. Within the scope of the course, students plan a small-scale educational research study and prepare a research proposal and research report. This content also aligns well with dimensions that are currently emphasized by quality assurance and teacher education programs, including: - research literacy, - critical thinking, - data-driven decision making, - ethical awareness, - academic writing, which makes it a strong component in accreditation portfolios.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.It explains the fundamental concepts of scientific research, the stages of the research process, and the characteristics of educational research.
2.It identifies a researchable problem in the field of education, formulates the problem statement, objectives, and research questions.
3.Compares quantitative, qualitative, and mixed research methods appropriate to the nature of the research problem and selects the appropriate research design.
4.In educational research, it explains the concepts of population, sample, data collection tools, validity and reliability, and uses appropriate data collection tools.
5.The research team applies scientific ethical principles and adheres to rules of academic integrity throughout the research process.
6.It interprets the basic data analysis processes used in educational research and evaluates the research findings.
7.They use information and communication technologies to access scientific resources, conduct literature reviews, and support the research process.
8.The research findings are presented orally and in writing, in accordance with scientific report writing guidelines.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Cohen, Louis; Lawrence Manion & Keith Morrison (2000) Research Methods in Education. 5th Edition. Routledge.
2.Hinkel, Eli. (2005) Handbook of Research Methods in Second Language Teaching and Learning. Lawrence Erlbaum Associates Publishers.
3.McKay, Sandra Lee. (2006) Researching in Second Language Classrooms. Lawrence Erlbaum Associates Publishers.
4.Publication Manual of the American Psychological Assocation (2003) 5th Edition. American Psychological Assocation,.
5.Ekiz, D. (Ed.). (2007). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Lisans Yayınları.
6.Büyüköztürk, Ş. Vd. (2011). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Nobel Yayın Dağıtım.
7.Karasar, N. (2023). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
8.Büyüköztürk, Ş., Kılıç Çakmak, E., Akgün, Ö. E., Karadeniz, Ş. ve Demirel, F. (2024). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Pegem Akademi.
9.Creswell, J. W. & Creswell, J. D. (2023). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage.
10.Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (2024). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri. Seçkin Yayıncılık.
11.Fraenkel, J. R., Wallen, N. E. & Hyun, H. H. (2022). How to Design and Evaluate Research in Education. McGraw-Hill.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Fundamentals of Scientific Research • Science and scientific knowledge • Scientific method • The importance of educational research • Research literacy
Week 2 - Theoretical
Planning the Research Process • Selection of the research topic • Identifying the researchable problem • Writing the problem statement • Objectives and research questions
Week 3 - Theoretical
Literature Review and Resource Management • Literature review techniques • Academic databases • Citation • Artificial intelligence and literature review
Week 4 - Theoretical
Ethical Principles in Research • Research ethics • Plagiarism • Data security • Ethics committee processes
Week 5 - Theoretical
Research Approaches • Quantitative research • Qualitative research • Mixed methods research
Week 6 - Theoretical
Population, Sample and Sampling • Population and sample • Probabilistic sampling • Non-probabilistic sampling • Sample size
Week 7 - Theoretical
Variables and Hypotheses • Types of variables • Hypothesis formulation • Limitations and assumptions of the research
Week 8 - Theoretical
Limitations and assumptions of the research + Midterm assessment
Week 9 - Theoretical
Data Collection Tools • Survey • Interview • Observation • Document review
Week 10 - Theoretical
Validity and Reliability in Measurement Instruments • Types of Validity • Types of Reliability • Fundamentals of Scale Development
Week 11 - Theoretical
Quantitative Research Designs • Survey research • Correlational research • Experimental research • Causal comparative research
Week 12 - Theoretical
Qualitative Research Designs • Case study • Phenomenology • Ethnography • Action research
Week 13 - Theoretical
Data Analysis and Presentation of Findings • Basic data analysis • Preparing tables and graphs • Interpreting findings
Week 14 - Theoretical
Writing a Research Report • Academic writing rules • APA 7 • Sections of a research report • Presentation of research results • Some report examples prepared by the students during the course period
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Assignment1%5
Term Assignment1%5
Project1%10
Midterm Examination1%20
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Assignment15510
Term Project1055
Project18715
Midterm Examination1516
Final Examination1718
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)72
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026