Information Package / Course Catalogue
EDS 403 Scientific Research Experience I
MEF University
Degree Programs
English Language Teaching
General Information For Students
Diploma SupplementErasmus Policy Statement
English Language Teaching
Bachelor Length of the Programme: 4 Number of Credits: 240 TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF: Level 6

Ders Genel Tanıtım Bilgileri

School/Faculty/Institute Faculty of Education
Course Code EDS 403
Course Title in English Scientific Research Experience I
Course Title in Turkish Scientific Research Experience I
Language of Instruction EN
Type of Course Project
Level of Course Introductory
Semester Fall
Contact Hours per Week
Lecture: 3 Recitation: Lab: Other:
Estimated Student Workload 115 hours per semester
Number of Credits 5 ECTS
Grading Mode Standard Letter Grade
Pre-requisites ELE 204 - Foundations of Teaching Geometry, Probability and Statistics | ELE 208 - Foundations of Teaching Geometry, Probability and Statistics
ELE 202 - Foundations of Teaching Numbers, Operations and Algebra | ELE 206 - Foundations of Teaching Numbers, Operations and Algebra
EDS 101 - Introduction to Educational Sciences
Expected Prior Knowledge Research Ethics
Co-requisites None
Registration Restrictions Only Undergraduate Students
Overall Educational Objective To learn to understand basic concepts of research and its methodologies.
Course Description .
Course Description in Turkish Bilim ve temel kavramlar (olgu, bilgi, mutlak, doğru, yanlış, evrensel bilgi vb.), bilim tarihine ilişkin temel bilgiler, eğitim araştırmalarının temel ilkeleri, metodları ve paradigmaları. Eğitim alanında yapılan araştırmaları anlama ve değerlendirme.

Course Learning Outcomes and Competences

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Program Learning Outcomes/Course Learning Outcomes 1 2 3 4 5 6
1) Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge.
2) Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning.
3) Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration.
4) Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education.
5) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies.
6) Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration.
7) Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching.
8) Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability.
9) Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides.
10) Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations.
11) Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License.
12) Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment.
13) Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education.
14) Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language.

Relation to Program Outcomes and Competences

N None S Supportive H Highly Related
     
Program Outcomes and Competences Level Assessed by
1) Integrate concepts related to ELT based on previous competencies and realize inter-conceptual relations; demonstrate an understanding of evaluating the source, limits, authenticity and reliability of knowledge and discuss the methods related to generating this knowledge. N
2) Demonstrate knowledge of applied linguistics as related to Second Language (L2) teaching and learning. N
3) Think critically and independently about topics in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching, which are: L2 use, L2 analysis, L2 processes, and L2 pedagogy and program administration. N
4) Define the aim, structure, and process of Turkish education system, the approaches of classroom management and the concepts related with education. S HW,Project
5) Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and constructs related to assessment; use a variety of assessment methods, tools, and strategies to evaluate competencies. N
6) Prepare daily lesson plans according to the contemporary language learning theories and practices, taking learning styles and multiple intelligences into consideration. N
7) Analyze and contrast the British and American Literature on basic level. Explain basic concepts and principles of using literature and drama and apply them in foreign language teaching. H HW,Project
8) Present a model to the society in terms of attitudes and behavior, which are democratic and ethical, both in the disciplinary and social levels, get involved with quality management processes and provide sustainability. S HW,Project
9) Take responsibilities individually and within group works, realize the tasks in a responsible and effective way, work individually and as a part of a group to solve problems encountered during implementation; assess himself as an individual, use creative and powerful qualifications and try to develop weak sides. N
10) Interpret social, economic, political and ideological conditions which have caused Turkish revolution; in accordance with Ataturk’s principles and reforms, and embrace the society, and adopt human ideals including love of home country, and national goals and aspirations. S HW,Project
11) Select and use variety of information and communication technologies with computer software that is needed on the level of the field in the classroom to the level and beyond required by European Computer Use License. S HW,Project
12) Gain life-long learning skills in the light of needs, follow social and art performances, show an awareness of the currently debated global issues, act in accordance with the regulations of Ministry of Education on issues such as legal responsibilities and rights, present an understanding of differences within national and international cultures and adaptability to different cultures; plan social responsibility activities and projects for the immediate environment. N
13) Display a willingness to co-operate with members of the teaching staff in their assigned school, communicate effectively with the school community and with society at large in the area of English language education. N
14) Demonstrate an ability to use English in C1 level of European Language Portfolio and foster an interest in learning another foreign language. N
Prepared by and Date RUKİYE DİDEM TAYLAN ,
Course Coordinator AKTS1
Semester Fall
Name of Instructor Prof. Dr. RUKİYE DİDEM TAYLAN

Course Contents

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Required/Recommended ReadingsEducational Research: Competencies for Analysis and Application by Geoffrey E. Mills, L. R. Gray (12th edition)
Teaching Methods.
Homework and Projects.
Laboratory WorkNone
Computer UseNone
Other ActivitiesNone.
Assessment Methods
Assessment Tools Count Weight
Attendance 1 % 10
Application 1 % 15
Quiz(zes) 1 % 10
Homework Assignments 1 % 10
Midterm(s) 1 % 15
Final Examination 1 % 40
TOTAL % 100
Course Administration tayland@mef.edu.tr

Office hours: Before and after class or by appointment

ECTS Student Workload Estimation

Activity No/Weeks Hours Calculation
No/Weeks per Semester Preparing for the Activity Spent in the Activity Itself Completing the Activity Requirements
Course Hours 14 1 3 1 70
Project 3 10 2 36
Midterm(s) 1 8 1 9
Total Workload 115
Total Workload/25 4.6
ECTS 5