Information Package / Course Catalogue
Seminar
Course Code: ÇEKO404
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

Specialization Field Course. The primary aim of this course is to enhance students’ ability to conduct research on a specific academic topic, perform literature reviews, collect and analyze data, and develop scientific thinking along with written and oral communication skills. It equips students with the competencies to carry out research within an ethical academic framework, to plan and report a structured research process under the guidance of a supervisor. Through seminar presentations, the course also fosters self-confidence, public speaking, and active participation in academic discussions. Ultimately, it aims to familiarize students with the logic of scientific inquiry and prepare them for postgraduate academic work.

Course Content

The Seminar course is designed for students to conduct academic research on a topic of their choice or one assigned by their advisor. It covers key stages such as literature review techniques, formulating research questions, evaluating sources, academic writing, data collection methods, reporting formats, and presentation strategies. Throughout the semester, students plan, carry out, and document their research in the form of a written report. At the end of the process, each student presents their findings orally and defends them in a critical discussion environment. The course aims to cultivate familiarity with academic research culture and support the development of a scholarly identity.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Lec. Onur DURUKAL
Learning Outcomes
1.Conducts the scientific research process in accordance with ethical principles; produces original work that avoids plagiarism and prioritizes public benefit.
2.Critically analyzes academic sources and synthesizes the literature to place the research topic within a theoretical framework.
3.Demonstrates sensitivity to social justice, equality, and inclusiveness when conducting research on social issues.
4.Prepares a written academic report using the formal and structural components of academic writing accurately and effectively.
5.Effectively presents the prepared academic work orally and participates in academic discussions by incorporating critical feedback.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Büyüköztürk, Ş., Akgün, Ö. E., Demirel, F., Karadeniz, Ş., & Çakmak, E. K. (2015). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri.
2.Kıncal, R., Şahin, Ç., Köse, E., Yeşil, R., Genç, S. Z., Özerbaş, A., ... & Özbek, R. (2010). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
3.Daşdemir, İ. (2016). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri. Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
4.Gurbetoğlu, A. (2018). Bilimsel araştırma yöntemleri. Erişim Adresi: http://agurbetoglu. com/files/2% 20ARA% C5% 9ETIRMA, 20.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to the aims and scope of the seminar course, and basic features of academic research.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Scientific thinking, critical analysis, and academic inquiry culture are discussed.
Week 3 - Theoretical
Topic selection, narrowing the scope, and justification of research are addressed.
Week 4 - Theoretical
Literature review techniques and access to scholarly databases are explained.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Classification, evaluation, and synthesis of academic sources are emphasized.
Week 6 - Theoretical
The process of formulating research questions and developing hypotheses is explored.
Week 7 - Theoretical
The basic differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods are introduced.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Academic ethics, plagiarism, and ethical responsibilities in research are discussed.
Week 9 - Theoretical
Academic writing rules, citation practices, and bibliography formatting are taught.
Week 10 - Theoretical
The structure and components of a research report are outlined.
Week 11 - Theoretical
Planning an effective seminar presentation and preparing visual materials are covered.
Week 12 - Theoretical
Oral presentation skills and strategies for academic discussion are taught.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Final checks of research reports and preparation for presentations take place.
Week 14 - Theoretical
Presentation rehearsals are conducted, and content is enhanced through structured feedback.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory143384
Midterm Examination120121
Final Examination122123
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)128
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
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PÇ-9
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OÇ-1
5
4
4
3
5
3
2
1
2
3
4
5
OÇ-2
4
5
4
5
5
4
2
1
3
4
5
4
OÇ-3
5
4
5
3
4
3
2
2
2
4
3
3
OÇ-4
4
4
3
5
5
3
3
2
3
4
5
4
OÇ-5
5
4
4
4
5
4
3
2
3
4
5
4
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026