EDS502 RESEARCH METHODS AND ETHICS IN EDUCATION
| Course Code: | 4540502 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Educational Sciences |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. SERAP EMİL |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
By taking this course, students will
- understand the nature of research and how it relates to educational practice
- understand the different purposes and assumptions of quantitative and qualitative research
- conduct a review of literature on a specific educational topic
- understand the basic procedures involved in sampling, measurement, and design
- develop skills in comprehending, interpreting, evaluating, and applying the findings of published research articles and other research reports
- develop an ability to conceptualize, develop, carry out, and write a research proposal.
Course Content
An overview of educational research process and procedures; understanding and developing competence in research methods; application of different research designs.