Child Development and Education non-thesis
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code:

ÇGE507

Course Name:

Qualitative Research Methods

Course Semester:

Fall
Spring

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	8

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department Elective

Course Level:

Master

TR-NQF-HE:7. Master`s Degree

QF-EHEA:Second Cycle

EQF-LLL:7. Master`s Degree

Mode of Delivery:

Face to face

Course Coordinator :

Dr.Öğr.Üyesi NEVZAT BİLGİN

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to introduce students to the philosophical and theoretical foundations of qualitative research and what to do in a qualitative research process. In this context, it is aimed that students experience the qualitative research process practically, analyze the data according to qualitative research standards and report their work.
Course Content:	Basic paradigms valid in social sciences and educational research, research patterns used in educational research (case study, theoretical, etc.), data collection through interviews, observations and document review, data analysis, developing methods to increase the quality of the research and presenting the findings.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Explain the basic features of qualitative research. Explain the basic features of quantitative research.
2) Compares qualitative and quantitative research methods according to their basic features. explains mixed research methods. Compares ethical rules in qualitative and quantitative research.
3) Can collect qualitative data suitable for a determined subject.
4) Evaluate the appropriateness of reporting studies conducted with qualitative research method.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
1) Will be able to explain the basic data collection techniques in qualitative research method according to the basic features of the designs.
2) Can explain the data analysis technique suitable for the characteristics of the data obtained in qualitative research.
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	General characteristics of qualitative research method.
1)	General characteristics of qualitative research method.
2)	Comparison of qualitative and quantitative research approaches / Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation)
3)	Comparison of qualitative and quantitative research approaches / Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation)
4)	Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation) / Ethical aspects of qualitative research / Difficulties in doing qualitative research
5)	Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Detailed observation and document review) / Ethical aspects of qualitative research / Difficulties in qualitative research
6)	Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Interview) / Ethical aspects of qualitative research / Difficulties in qualitative research
7)	Midterm
8)	Data collection techniques in qualitative research (Video tape data) / Ethical aspects of qualitative research / Challenges in qualitative research
9)	Patterns in qualitative research / The role of the researcher / Data collection process
10)	Detailed observation feedback / Patterns in qualitative research / Researcher's role / Data collection process
11)	Revision of analysis in qualitative research / Computer-assisted qualitative data analysis / Evaluation of qualitative research
12)	Revision of analysis in qualitative research / Computer-assisted qualitative data analysis / Evaluation of qualitative research
13)	Interview feedback / Determination of qualitative research evaluation criteria
14)	Critical analysis of a published qualitative research
15)	Presentations.
16)	Final

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:

Sunum ve makaleler.

References:

Creswell, J. (2003) Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design: Choosing Among Five Approaches, Sage, London
Creswell, J. (2015). Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri: Beş Yaklaşıma Göre Nitel Araştırma ve Araştırma Deseni. Siyasal Kitapevi.
Flick, U. (2009) An introduction to Qualitative Research, Sage, London
Glaser, B., & Strauss, L., (2009) The Discovery of Grounded Theory: Strategies for Qualitative Reseach, Transaction Publishers, London
Maykut, P. & Morehouse, R. (1994) Beginning Qualitative Research: A Philosophic and Practical Guide, Routlegde/. Falmer, London
Miles, M. B. & Huberman, A. M. (1994) Qualitative Data Analysis: an Expanded Sourcebook, Thousand Oaks, Calif., Sage.
Neuman, W.L. (2006). “Social Research Methods: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches
Neuman, W. L. (2014). Toplumsal Araştırma Yöntemleri: Nitel ve Nicel Yaklaşımlar. Yayınodası: Ankara.
Patton, M. (2002) Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods, Sage, London
Patton, M. (2014). Nitel Araştırma ve Değerlendirme Yöntemleri. Pegem Akademi: Ankara
Punch, K.F. (2005). “Introduction To Social Research : Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches, Sage Publications, London.
Yıldırım, A. ve Şimşek, H. (2006). Sosyal Bilimlerde Nitel Araştırma Yöntemleri, Ankara: Seçkin Yayıncılık.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	4	6	3	5
Program Outcomes
1) Has advanced knowledge about cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social and emotional development areas all children aged 0-18.
2) Knows all the concepts related to development and education for children in the 0-18 age group, follows the studies on this subject and plans original studies.
3) The knowledge gained in the areas of cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social-emotional development for children in the 0-18 age group; It is used to make developmental and educational diagnosis for children, families and society in units related to the profession.
4) It identifies the problems of 0-18 age group children and their families in the country in the fields of health, development, education and social services and generates appropriate solutions and original ideas by using their basic knowledge about these problems.
5) They produce original solutions using their advanced knowledge on Child Development and Education, use these solutions in practice, interpret the results by interpreting the information, and critically analyze a set of information.
6) The knowledge gained in the professional field; It can be used for health, education and social service institutions, especially for children and families, works effectively in developmental and educational programs and related projects, and participates in research.
7) Acts in accordance with scientific ethics and observes the psychological conditions of the child and family regarding experimental research on children.
8) Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation as an example to the society with its appearance, attitudes and behaviors.
9) The individual has sufficient awareness of environmental protection and occupational safety of 0-18 age group including their families and behaves appropriately and participates in quality management and processes.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Has advanced knowledge about cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social and emotional development areas all children aged 0-18.	1
2)	Knows all the concepts related to development and education for children in the 0-18 age group, follows the studies on this subject and plans original studies.	5
3)	The knowledge gained in the areas of cognitive, language, motor, self-care, social-emotional development for children in the 0-18 age group; It is used to make developmental and educational diagnosis for children, families and society in units related to the profession.	4
4)	It identifies the problems of 0-18 age group children and their families in the country in the fields of health, development, education and social services and generates appropriate solutions and original ideas by using their basic knowledge about these problems.	5
5)	They produce original solutions using their advanced knowledge on Child Development and Education, use these solutions in practice, interpret the results by interpreting the information, and critically analyze a set of information.	5
6)	The knowledge gained in the professional field; It can be used for health, education and social service institutions, especially for children and families, works effectively in developmental and educational programs and related projects, and participates in research.	4
7)	Acts in accordance with scientific ethics and observes the psychological conditions of the child and family regarding experimental research on children.	1
8)	Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific and professional ethical values, relevant laws, regulations and legislation as an example to the society with its appearance, attitudes and behaviors.	1
9)	The individual has sufficient awareness of environmental protection and occupational safety of 0-18 age group including their families and behaves appropriately and participates in quality management and processes.	1

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Field Study
Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Group study and homework
Homework
Problem Solving
Report Writing
Q&A / Discussion
Case Study
Web Based Learning

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Application
Individual Project
Group project
Presentation
Reporting
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Presentation	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 50
total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 50
total		% 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	16	3	48
Presentations / Seminar	16	3	48
Homework Assignments	16	3	48
Midterms	1	15	15
Paper Submission	1	16	16
Final	1	15	15
Total Workload			232