Master of Arts in Gastronomy with thesis
Master	TR-NQF-HE: Level 7	QF-EHEA: Second Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 7

General course introduction information

Course Code:

GST507

Course Name:

Scientific Research Methods

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	7

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Compulsory

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 :

Ar.Gör. MÜGE KAYA

Course Lecturer(s):

Öğr.Gör. BİLGE DİLARA DOKUZCAN CİNGÜ
Assoc. Prof. EDİN GÜÇLÜ SÖZER
Dr.Öğr.Üyesi SEMRA GEÇKİN ONAT

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of the course is to analyze scientific research methods and to examine the rise of modern science and the development of scientific research.
Course Content:	1 Understands the definition and purpose of science. 2 Learns research methods and data collection. 3 Learns measurement and testing techniques and becomes able to use them. 4 Gains the ability to research, analyze and interpret scientific knowledge. 5 Gains the ability to look at scientific analysis from different perspectives and to bring alternative interpretations.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Understands the definition and purpose of science.
2) Learn research methods and data collection
3) Learns and becomes able to use measurement and testing techniques.
4) Gains the ability to research, analyze and interpret scientific knowledge.
5) Gains the ability to look from different perspectives and bring alternative interpretations while making scientific analyzes.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
0)	The limits, stages and elements of scientific research will be interpreted. Limits, Stages and Elements of the Scientific Method
1)	Objectives Scientific research methods and types will be interpreted. Topics Scientific Research Methods, Scientific research, Types of scientific research (Descriptive Research, Relational Research, Intervention Research)
1)	Qualitative and Quantitative Variables, Continuous and discontinuous variables, Dependent and Independent variables, Hypothesis and Types, Universe and Sample.	Reinforcement through examples. Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Midterm Exam	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Scientific Research Methods: 1.Experimental Research 2.Correlational Research 3.Causal Comparison Research 4.Screening Research 5.Ethnographic research 6.Historical Research 7.Examine examples of Action Research.	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques
1)	Stages of the Research Process: Defining the problem, preparing questions and hypotheses, literature review, sample selection, etc. And the subject of the research, Questions.	Examples will be examined through the journalipark and related field resources. Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Purpose of the research, sub-objectives, research question, importance, assumptions, limitations, sample methods.	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	APA 7 Spelling and Referencing: Page Format, Citations, Bibliography, Bibliography	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Data sources and ways of collecting data: 1. Analyzing readily available information 2. Interview Method 3. Survey Method	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Analysis and interpretation of data, findings	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Scientific Research process: Findings, interpretation, conclusion, discussion, recommendations	Assignments Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	Topics Case Study and Using Qualitative Research Results	Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques
1)	Objectives To make reporting and interpretation on a few selected examples from the research outline made by the students. Topics Reporting and interpretation of research	Assignments Students will continue to design their research topic in accordance with scientific research methods and techniques.
1)	To examine the definition of Knowledge and Science and the classification of Science and the method of scientific thinking. What is Knowledge and Science? Purpose of Science, Classification of Sciences, Scientific Thinking Method.
1)	Topics Final Exam- Presentation and Submission of Research Projec

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:
References:	Kaynak Kitaplar: Karasar, Niyazi (2023). Bilimsel Araştırma Yöntemi: Kavramlar İlkeler Teknikler, Nobel Yayıncılık. Karasar, Niyazi. (2023). Bilimsel Yöntemin Altıncı Basamağı Olarak: Araştırmalarda Rapor Hazırlama. Nobel Yayıncılık.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
Program Outcomes
1) Ability to develop and deepen knowledge at the level of knowledge in the same or a different field, based on undergraduate level eligibility. Being able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction that the field spans. Ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field. Ability to interpret the knowledge gained in the field by integrating information from different disciplines and create new knowledge. Ability to solve field-related problems using research methods. Ability to carry out independently by combining field-related parts. To be able to systematically convey current developments in the field and one's own studies, in writing, verbally and visually, to groups within the field and outside the field, by supporting them with good and high-quality data.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

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

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Ability to develop and deepen knowledge at the level of knowledge in the same or a different field, based on undergraduate level eligibility. Being able to comprehend the interdisciplinary interaction that the field spans. Ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field. Ability to interpret the knowledge gained in the field by integrating information from different disciplines and create new knowledge. Ability to solve field-related problems using research methods. Ability to carry out independently by combining field-related parts. To be able to systematically convey current developments in the field and one's own studies, in writing, verbally and visually, to groups within the field and outside the field, by supporting them with good and high-quality data.	4

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 40
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	Workload
Course Hours	15	30
Midterms	1	2
Final	1	2
Total Workload		34