| Course Objectives: |
The aim of this course is to increase students' skills and competencies in developing, writing and managing scientific projects. The course content will be supported by case studies and real research, and theoretical knowledge will be transformed into scientific research by discussing the conditions under which successful scientific projects are put forward and how their outputs are disseminated. Thus, students will improve themselves and prepare for their future careers by actively participating in applied projects during their university years.
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| Course Content: |
This course covers the steps of developing a scientific project. In this context, project logic, fundamentals of scientific research, development of creative ideas, literature review, design of the research, turning it into a project, planning, reporting and presentation will be discussed in detail. The course will be completed with the complete writing, presentation and, if appropriate, application of a project.
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Subject |
Related Preparation |
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Introduction (Scientific research, project, innovation, R&D) |
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| 2) |
Fundamentals of scientific research – 1 (basic concepts, characteristics of scientific research, aims and objectives) |
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| 3) |
Fundamentals of scientific research -2 (academic studies, project examples, project supports, TUBITAK, EU projects and other organizations supporting projects) |
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| 4) |
Fundamentals of scientific research – 3 (project examples in health sciences, social sciences, natural sciences and other fields) |
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| 5) |
Developing an idea for a scientific research (research problem, creating original value) |
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| 6) |
Literature review and Ethics |
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| 7) |
Research design (selection of appropriate methods for research) |
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| 8) |
Midterm – presentation (detailed literature review on a selected topic, preparation in the form of a research proposal) |
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| 9) |
Project writing stages – 1 (Tübitak projects) |
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| 10) |
Project writing stages – 2 (EU projects) |
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| 11) |
Project writing stages – 3 (Other projects) |
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| 12) |
Project management -1 (basic concepts, project management stages, project life cycle) |
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Project management – 2 (planning, risks and limits, budget) |
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Project management – 3 (current techniques)
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| 15) |
Final - Presentation |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Knows the basic concepts and terminology, evaluation processes and methodological application principles in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; uses this advanced knowledge in study, research and practice. |
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| 2) |
Makes the necessary assessment, definition and planning for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications by using the theoretical and applied concepts and principles related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation. |
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| 3) |
Implements the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program systematically and safely within the framework of ethical principles in the light of professional attitudes and skills; terminates or changes as necessary. |
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| 4) |
Takes initiatives to protect and improve public health and welfare; contributes to the production of health strategies and policies suitable for the changing and diversifying needs of the society in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. |
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| 5) |
Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages the business processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence. |
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Keeps records and prepares reports for quality service and research in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation; adopts ethical, deontological principles and legal framework in collecting, recording and reporting data. |
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Carries out professional and academic studies independently by using his knowledge; works as a team member and assumes responsibility in effective communication and cooperation with other professional groups working in this field. |
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It adopts the principle of personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; contributes to quality improvement, training and promotion programs related to the field, and demonstrates its professional behavior at an international level. |
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