Information Package / Course Catalogue
Scientific Research Methods
Course Code: VVR544
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

To present detailed scientific approaches regarding scientific research methods and to train qualified research candidates.

Course Content

Scientific method in academic research, introduction to research. Defining the research problem, research design, survey design, sampling methods, data collection methods. Providing correct references. Research examples related to domestic and international libraries.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Mehmet Tolga TAN
Learning Outcomes
1.Student will be able to discuss the basic concepts of science and scientific research.
2.Student will be able to describe the scientific research process.
3.Student will be able to discuss scientific research methods.
4.Student explains the process of preparing a scientific research report.
5.Student classifies scientific research according to their methods.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Bilimsel makale nasıl yazılır, nasıl yayımlanır? Robert A. Day
2.Scientific Methods
3.Research Methods For Science
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Introduction to Scientific Research Methods
Week 2 - Theoretical
Research process
Week 3 - Theoretical
Scientific Ethics
Week 4 - Theoretical
Utilizing Resources
Week 5 - Theoretical
Citation Methods
Week 6 - Theoretical
Article Search Formats: Internet
Week 7 - Theoretical
Article Search Formats: E-Library and ANKOS
Week 8 - Theoretical
Discussion, Midterm exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Article Writing and Computer Technologies: Word Processors I
Week 10 - Theoretical
Article Writing and Computer Technologies: Word Processors II
Week 11 - Theoretical
Article Writing and Computer Technologies: Tables
Week 12 - Theoretical
Article Writing and Computer Technologies: Graphics and Images
Week 13 - Theoretical
Scientific Research Presentation Techniques
Week 14 - Theoretical
Student presentations
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory131126
Midterm Examination1718
Final Examination115116
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)50
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
OÇ-1
5
OÇ-2
5
OÇ-3
5
OÇ-4
5
OÇ-5
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026