PSL707 - ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)		 Application
(hours/week)		 Credit ECTS
ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS PSL707 1st Semester 2 2 3 10
PrequisitesPSL601 Research Methods
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
 
Instructor (s)Department Staff 
Course objectiveThe course aims to explain and apply advanced research techniques. 
Learning outcomes
  1. Explain the concept of problem
  2. Explain the types of hypotheses
  3. Explain variables and their control techniques.
  4. Compare design types.
  5. Conduct a unique experimental reseach with use advanced research techniques.
  6. Write an ampiric article
Course ContentThe course covers the concept of problem, the types of hypotheses, variables and their control techniques, random-groups designs with two groups, random-groups designs with multiple groups, factorial designs, matched-group design, within group desing, N=1 design, generalization, explanation, and prediction concepts.

Course Level: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Sait ULUÇ
Course Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Sait ULUÇ
Course Assistants: It will be given by the course instructor by the department.
Internship Status: None 
ReferencesMcguigan, F.J. (1993). Experimental Psychology. NJ: Engelwood Cliffs.
Recent textbooks and articles 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Advanced research methods
Week 2Advanced research methods
Week 3Advanced research methods
Week 4Prepare a proposal
Week 5Prepare a proposal
Week 6Midterm exam
Week 7Applying advanced research methods
Week 8Applying advanced research methods
Week 9Applying advanced research methods
Week 10Applying advanced research methods
Week 11Midterm exam
Week 12Conduct an experiment
Week 13Conduct an experiment
Week 14Conduct an experiment
Week 15Write an article
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance165
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments00
Presentation00
Project135
Seminar00
Midterms210
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes1950
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 16 2 32
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application16232
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)16464
Presentation / Seminar Preparation16348
Project000
Homework assignment16696
Midterms (Study duration)21020
Final Exam (Study duration) 188
Total Workload8335300

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Understands current theoretical and applied knowledge in psychology.    X
2. Understands the relationship between theoretical and applied knowledge in psychology and other disciplines.X    
3. Understands the causes and consequences of the transformations experienced by individuals.X    
4. Evaluates analysis techniques, technologies and applications related to psychology.   X 
5. Acts and contributes in accordance with legislation, professional values and ethical principles.   X 
6. Shares and discusses solution suggestions with experts.X    
7. Conducts qualified national/international joint studies.  X  
8. Carries out social responsibility projects that require corporate cooperation.  X  
9. Adopts a lifelong learning approach in personal and professional development.    X
10. Transforms psychology knowledge and skills into new thoughts and research.    X
11. Contributes to the psychology literature. X   
12. Trains experts. X   
13. Shares knowledge in scientific meetings. X   
14. Conducts individual or team-based studies on current topics in the field of psychology and writes articles based on the results of these studies.    X
15. Includes current developments in research.    X

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest