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Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2018

This study seeks to identify elementary school students' views and perceptions of the Life Studie... more This study seeks to identify elementary school students' views and perceptions of the Life Studies course through verbal and visual instruments. It employs a descriptive phenomenological research design. The study surveyed second-and third-grade students attending one private elementary school and two state elementary schools. The data was collected using a form including open-ended questions prepared by the researchers. The same form asked students to draw a picture of what kind of setting/class they envisioned for the Life Studies course. As part of the study, which incorporated feedback from 146 students, pictures were examined, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 students selected through criterion sampling. The data collected from both the open-ended questions and the pictures and interviews was analyzed using content analysis. According to the research results, the students considered Life Studies a fun course that teaches and facilitates life skills and provides new information; however, they also reported that Life Studies was a boring course because it requires too much writing and they do not like some activities.

Kuramsal Eğitimbilim, 2018

The purpose of this study is to compare the current curricula of the life science courses impleme... more The purpose of this study is to compare the current curricula of the life science courses implemented in Turkey and Germany-Hamburg to reveal the similarities and differences between them. Germany-Hamburg was chosen for comparison because the life science course, which is called social sciences course in many countries, taught there has a similar structure to the one taught in Turkey. The common aspects of these two countries make the conclusion more meaningful. Literature review was conducted first to determine the relevant criteria for the comparison between the two countries. In this way, the official documents of both countries were reviewed. Survey method, which is a qualitative research method, was used, and horizontal approach and descriptive approach, which are among comparative educational approaches, were employed. Based on the obtained data, the similarities and differences between the countries were identified with regard to school starting age and compulsory education structure, educational administration and financing, school choice, dress and educational support, the goals of elementary school, the courses taught, and assessment and evaluation. Then the curricula implemented in the two countries were compared in terms of acceptance date, course content, mission/vision, the prescribed skills or competencies, and assessment and evaluation.

Ilkogretim Online, Aug 1, 2008

Rifat Ilgaz'in Cocuk Romanlarinin Okuma Dersinin Amaclarina Uygunlugu Acisindan Incelenmesi

Journal of Education and Training Studies, 2015

The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital ... more The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital competencies ("The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale"). The problem statement of this research can be expressed as: "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale: is a valid and reliable scale?" In this study, the scale development method was employed, and two instruments were used: "The Personal Information Form" (sex, age, university, department, and grade)" and 5 Likert-Type "Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale". Five hundred twenty-four teacher candidates (1 st and 4 th grades) from the departments of Turkish Teaching, Elementary School Teaching, and PreSchool Teaching at Marmara University and Kocaeli University participated in this study. Based on the results of the validity and reliability analyses obtained in the present study, the number of items in the scale was reduced to 18. The KMO value of the scale was found to be .904. The coefficient of Cronbach's Alpha of the scale was found to be .82. Based on the factor analysis of the scale, it was discovered that it had three sub-factors. The test-retest results indicated that the scale would not change at any time (t:-1.664, p< 0.05). In conclusion, it is possible to describe "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale" is a valid and reliable scale.

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teachin... more Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teaching, learning and assessment should occur (be carried out). This study aims at measuring teacher beliefs about five curriculum orientations (academic, cognitive process, social reconstruction, humanistic, and technological) in terms of different variables. The study was carried out (conducted) with 805 pre-service teachers from different departments at one Faculty of Education in the North West of Turkey. Data were collected through Curriculum Orientation Inventory; one independent sample T-test, one-way multivariate analysis of variance and Pearson correlation coefficient analysis were conducted. The results showed that humanistic orientation ranked highest and social reconstruction ranked lowest considering all the participants in the study. Considering all curriculum orientations, students in preschool teaching education scored significantly higher than all the other departments. Among the curriculum orientations, highest correlation was found between "technological" and "humanistic" curriculum orientation.

Inonu Universitesi Egitim Fakultesi Dergisi, Apr 1, 2013

The aim of this study is to investigate perceptions of primary student teachers' about the concep... more The aim of this study is to investigate perceptions of primary student teachers' about the concept of "academician" through metaphor analysis who are studying at Kocaeli University Primary Teaching Department. The data were collected from a teaching class studying 31male, 103 female a total of 134 students in the academic year 2010-2011, Kocaeli University Faculty of Education. This is a descriptive study since it aims to display existing situation. Within this framework, the metaphors developed by student teachers were analyzed and commented in five steps: (1) Determining metaphors (2) Classification of metaphors (3) Developing categories (4) Conducting validity and reliability and (5) Transferring quantitative data into SPSS package program. The metaphors about academic concepts developed by teacher candidates were analyzed that whether or not change according to different category. Result of the study, 111 of the students produced 61 current metaphors. Produced metaphors are positive 43, negative 18. According to metaphors by reasons are classificationed including source of information, critics, producer of information, guidance and other.

This study seeks to identify elementary school students’ views and perceptions of the Life Studie... more This study seeks to identify elementary school students’ views and perceptions of the Life Studies course through verbal and visual instruments. It employs a descriptive phenomenological research design. The study surveyed second- and third-grade students attending one private elementary school and two state elementary schools. The data was collected using a form including open-ended questions prepared by the researchers. The same form asked students to draw a picture of what kind of setting/class they envisioned for the Life Studies course. As part of the study, which incorporated feedback from 146 students, pictures were examined, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 students selected through criterion sampling. The data collected from both the open-ended questions and the pictures and interviews was analyzed using content analysis. According to the research results, the students considered Life Studies a fun course that teaches and facilitates life skills and pro...

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teachin... more Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teaching, learning and assessment should occur (be carried out). This study aims at measuring teacher beliefs about five curriculum orientations (academic, cognitive process, social reconstruction, humanistic, and technological) in terms of different variables. The study was carried out (conducted) with 805 pre-service teachers from different departments at one Faculty of Education in the North West of Turkey. Data were collected through Curriculum Orientation Inventory; one independent sample T-test, one-way multivariate analysis of variance and Pearson correlation coefficient analysis were conducted. The results showed that humanistic orientation ranked highest and social reconstruction ranked lowest considering all the participants in the study. Considering all curriculum orientations, students in preschool teaching education scored significantly higher than all the other departments. Among the curriculum orientations, highest correlation was found between "technological" and "humanistic" curriculum orientation.

The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital ... more The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital competencies ("The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale"). The problem statement of this research can be expressed as: "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale: is a valid and reliable scale?" In this study, the scale development method was employed, and two instruments were used: "The Personal Information Form" (sex, age, university, department, and grade)" and 5 Likert-Type "Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale". Five hundred twenty-four teacher candidates (1 st and 4 th grades) from the departments of Turkish Teaching, Elementary School Teaching, and Pre-School Teaching at Marmara University and Kocaeli University participated in this study. Based on the results of the validity and reliability analyses obtained in the present study, the number of items in the scale was reduced to 18. The KMO value of the scale was found to be .904. The coefficient of Cronbach's Alpha of the scale was found to be .82. Based on the factor analysis of the scale, it was discovered that it had three sub-factors. The test-retest results indicated that the scale would not change at any time (t: -1.664, p< 0.05). In conclusion, it is possible to describe "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale" is a valid and reliable scale.

Bu araştırmanın amacı, Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesinde okuyan öğretmen adayla... more Bu araştırmanın amacı, Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesinde okuyan öğretmen adaylarının dijital ve yazılı okuma alışkanlıklarının çeşitli değişkenlere göre farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığını belirlemektir. Araştırmanın örneklemini Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi sınıf öğretmenliği, okul öncesi ve Türkçe öğretmenliği 1 ve 4. sınıfta öğrenim gören 573 öğretmen adayı oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak Kişisel Bilgi Formu (7 madde: cinsiyet, üniversite, anabilim dalı, sınıf, yaş, kitaplık sahibi olma, bilgisayar sahibi olma) ve 5'li Likert tipi "Okuma Alışkanlıklarını Değerlendirme Ölçeği (18 madde)"(OAOADÖ) kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde Bağımsız Gruplara t-testi ve Tek Yönlü Varyans Analizi (ANOVA) ile yordanmıştır. Araştırmanın bulgularına göre, öğretmen adaylarının yazılı ve dijital okuma alışkanlıklarının cinsiyet, anabilim dalı, yaş, kitaplığa sahip olma, bilgisayara sahip olma değişkenlerine göre farklı boyutlarda anlamlılıkları ortaya çıkmıştır.

Elementary Education Online, Jan 1, 2008

The aim of this paper is to analyse three stories: "Küçükçekmece Okyanusu", "Öksüz Civciv" and "C... more The aim of this paper is to analyse three stories: "Küçükçekmece Okyanusu", "Öksüz Civciv" and "Cankurtaran Yılmaz", which were meant for children and written by a teacher of Turkish and author, Rıfat Ilgaz. These three books are analysed with a view to check their convenience in fulfilling the needs of reading classes. Also, the analysis comprises the responses and comments of 105 elementary school teachers and 125 elementary school children. A highly reliable and valid "Book Evaluation Scale" which was developed by researchers is used as a measuring tool. Findings of the study indicate that the elementary school teachers found the books "efficient" or "very efficient" with respect to the language employed in them, their form, organization, literary value and convenience for children. But the pictures used in the books are found "partly efficient". The students answered a questionnaire with questions selected from an activity called "I Love Reading Books", which takes place in reading classes. The suggestions herein are formed in accordance with the answers obtained from each group.

Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, Jan 1, 2010

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implications of Media Literacy Education (... more Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implications of Media Literacy Education (MLE) in Turkey by analyzing the Primary School Curricula in terms of MLE comparatively in Turkey, Ireland and Finland. In this study, the selection of Finland and ...

Online Submission, Jan 1, 2008

The topic of teaching and learning culture has been a matter of considerable interest to language... more The topic of teaching and learning culture has been a matter of considerable interest to language educators and much has been written about the role of culture in foreign language instruction over the past two decades. ESL students whose success in a new environment is conditioned not only by their mastery of the new language, but also, and especially, by their ability to negotiate the new culture. Media sources significantly affect students' of attitudes and dispositions towards themselves, other people and society especially in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. Building on the argument that learning a second language cannot be separated from the acquisition of the culture that it embodies, this paper argues that the design and adaptation of written media should reflect multiple perspectives and avoid prejudices in order to engage students in a process of uncovering and confronting cultural biases and facilitate cultural learning. The paper presents prejudices and other cultural biases learners have about target culture and discusses the positive effects of media on students. The paper suggests that media sources should be integrated into ESL curriculum in order to avoid prejudices, to enhance students' critical thinking and language skills and cultural biases, and to have a better understanding of new culture.

Universal Journal of Educational Research, 2018

This study seeks to identify elementary school students' views and perceptions of the Life Studie... more This study seeks to identify elementary school students' views and perceptions of the Life Studies course through verbal and visual instruments. It employs a descriptive phenomenological research design. The study surveyed second-and third-grade students attending one private elementary school and two state elementary schools. The data was collected using a form including open-ended questions prepared by the researchers. The same form asked students to draw a picture of what kind of setting/class they envisioned for the Life Studies course. As part of the study, which incorporated feedback from 146 students, pictures were examined, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 students selected through criterion sampling. The data collected from both the open-ended questions and the pictures and interviews was analyzed using content analysis. According to the research results, the students considered Life Studies a fun course that teaches and facilitates life skills and provides new information; however, they also reported that Life Studies was a boring course because it requires too much writing and they do not like some activities.

Kuramsal Eğitimbilim, 2018

The purpose of this study is to compare the current curricula of the life science courses impleme... more The purpose of this study is to compare the current curricula of the life science courses implemented in Turkey and Germany-Hamburg to reveal the similarities and differences between them. Germany-Hamburg was chosen for comparison because the life science course, which is called social sciences course in many countries, taught there has a similar structure to the one taught in Turkey. The common aspects of these two countries make the conclusion more meaningful. Literature review was conducted first to determine the relevant criteria for the comparison between the two countries. In this way, the official documents of both countries were reviewed. Survey method, which is a qualitative research method, was used, and horizontal approach and descriptive approach, which are among comparative educational approaches, were employed. Based on the obtained data, the similarities and differences between the countries were identified with regard to school starting age and compulsory education structure, educational administration and financing, school choice, dress and educational support, the goals of elementary school, the courses taught, and assessment and evaluation. Then the curricula implemented in the two countries were compared in terms of acceptance date, course content, mission/vision, the prescribed skills or competencies, and assessment and evaluation.

Ilkogretim Online, Aug 1, 2008

Rifat Ilgaz'in Cocuk Romanlarinin Okuma Dersinin Amaclarina Uygunlugu Acisindan Incelenmesi

Journal of Education and Training Studies, 2015

The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital ... more The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital competencies ("The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale"). The problem statement of this research can be expressed as: "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale: is a valid and reliable scale?" In this study, the scale development method was employed, and two instruments were used: "The Personal Information Form" (sex, age, university, department, and grade)" and 5 Likert-Type "Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale". Five hundred twenty-four teacher candidates (1 st and 4 th grades) from the departments of Turkish Teaching, Elementary School Teaching, and PreSchool Teaching at Marmara University and Kocaeli University participated in this study. Based on the results of the validity and reliability analyses obtained in the present study, the number of items in the scale was reduced to 18. The KMO value of the scale was found to be .904. The coefficient of Cronbach's Alpha of the scale was found to be .82. Based on the factor analysis of the scale, it was discovered that it had three sub-factors. The test-retest results indicated that the scale would not change at any time (t:-1.664, p< 0.05). In conclusion, it is possible to describe "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale" is a valid and reliable scale.

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teachin... more Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teaching, learning and assessment should occur (be carried out). This study aims at measuring teacher beliefs about five curriculum orientations (academic, cognitive process, social reconstruction, humanistic, and technological) in terms of different variables. The study was carried out (conducted) with 805 pre-service teachers from different departments at one Faculty of Education in the North West of Turkey. Data were collected through Curriculum Orientation Inventory; one independent sample T-test, one-way multivariate analysis of variance and Pearson correlation coefficient analysis were conducted. The results showed that humanistic orientation ranked highest and social reconstruction ranked lowest considering all the participants in the study. Considering all curriculum orientations, students in preschool teaching education scored significantly higher than all the other departments. Among the curriculum orientations, highest correlation was found between "technological" and "humanistic" curriculum orientation.

Inonu Universitesi Egitim Fakultesi Dergisi, Apr 1, 2013

The aim of this study is to investigate perceptions of primary student teachers' about the concep... more The aim of this study is to investigate perceptions of primary student teachers' about the concept of "academician" through metaphor analysis who are studying at Kocaeli University Primary Teaching Department. The data were collected from a teaching class studying 31male, 103 female a total of 134 students in the academic year 2010-2011, Kocaeli University Faculty of Education. This is a descriptive study since it aims to display existing situation. Within this framework, the metaphors developed by student teachers were analyzed and commented in five steps: (1) Determining metaphors (2) Classification of metaphors (3) Developing categories (4) Conducting validity and reliability and (5) Transferring quantitative data into SPSS package program. The metaphors about academic concepts developed by teacher candidates were analyzed that whether or not change according to different category. Result of the study, 111 of the students produced 61 current metaphors. Produced metaphors are positive 43, negative 18. According to metaphors by reasons are classificationed including source of information, critics, producer of information, guidance and other.

This study seeks to identify elementary school students’ views and perceptions of the Life Studie... more This study seeks to identify elementary school students’ views and perceptions of the Life Studies course through verbal and visual instruments. It employs a descriptive phenomenological research design. The study surveyed second- and third-grade students attending one private elementary school and two state elementary schools. The data was collected using a form including open-ended questions prepared by the researchers. The same form asked students to draw a picture of what kind of setting/class they envisioned for the Life Studies course. As part of the study, which incorporated feedback from 146 students, pictures were examined, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 14 students selected through criterion sampling. The data collected from both the open-ended questions and the pictures and interviews was analyzed using content analysis. According to the research results, the students considered Life Studies a fun course that teaches and facilitates life skills and pro...

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2014

Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teachin... more Curriculum orientations are beliefs about what a school curriculum should achieve and how teaching, learning and assessment should occur (be carried out). This study aims at measuring teacher beliefs about five curriculum orientations (academic, cognitive process, social reconstruction, humanistic, and technological) in terms of different variables. The study was carried out (conducted) with 805 pre-service teachers from different departments at one Faculty of Education in the North West of Turkey. Data were collected through Curriculum Orientation Inventory; one independent sample T-test, one-way multivariate analysis of variance and Pearson correlation coefficient analysis were conducted. The results showed that humanistic orientation ranked highest and social reconstruction ranked lowest considering all the participants in the study. Considering all curriculum orientations, students in preschool teaching education scored significantly higher than all the other departments. Among the curriculum orientations, highest correlation was found between "technological" and "humanistic" curriculum orientation.

The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital ... more The main purpose of this study was to develop a valid and reliable scale for printed and digital competencies ("The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale"). The problem statement of this research can be expressed as: "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale: is a valid and reliable scale?" In this study, the scale development method was employed, and two instruments were used: "The Personal Information Form" (sex, age, university, department, and grade)" and 5 Likert-Type "Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale". Five hundred twenty-four teacher candidates (1 st and 4 th grades) from the departments of Turkish Teaching, Elementary School Teaching, and Pre-School Teaching at Marmara University and Kocaeli University participated in this study. Based on the results of the validity and reliability analyses obtained in the present study, the number of items in the scale was reduced to 18. The KMO value of the scale was found to be .904. The coefficient of Cronbach's Alpha of the scale was found to be .82. Based on the factor analysis of the scale, it was discovered that it had three sub-factors. The test-retest results indicated that the scale would not change at any time (t: -1.664, p< 0.05). In conclusion, it is possible to describe "The Printed and Digital Reading Habits Scale" is a valid and reliable scale.

Bu araştırmanın amacı, Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesinde okuyan öğretmen adayla... more Bu araştırmanın amacı, Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesinde okuyan öğretmen adaylarının dijital ve yazılı okuma alışkanlıklarının çeşitli değişkenlere göre farklılaşıp farklılaşmadığını belirlemektir. Araştırmanın örneklemini Marmara ve Kocaeli Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi sınıf öğretmenliği, okul öncesi ve Türkçe öğretmenliği 1 ve 4. sınıfta öğrenim gören 573 öğretmen adayı oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak Kişisel Bilgi Formu (7 madde: cinsiyet, üniversite, anabilim dalı, sınıf, yaş, kitaplık sahibi olma, bilgisayar sahibi olma) ve 5'li Likert tipi "Okuma Alışkanlıklarını Değerlendirme Ölçeği (18 madde)"(OAOADÖ) kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde Bağımsız Gruplara t-testi ve Tek Yönlü Varyans Analizi (ANOVA) ile yordanmıştır. Araştırmanın bulgularına göre, öğretmen adaylarının yazılı ve dijital okuma alışkanlıklarının cinsiyet, anabilim dalı, yaş, kitaplığa sahip olma, bilgisayara sahip olma değişkenlerine göre farklı boyutlarda anlamlılıkları ortaya çıkmıştır.

Elementary Education Online, Jan 1, 2008

The aim of this paper is to analyse three stories: "Küçükçekmece Okyanusu", "Öksüz Civciv" and "C... more The aim of this paper is to analyse three stories: "Küçükçekmece Okyanusu", "Öksüz Civciv" and "Cankurtaran Yılmaz", which were meant for children and written by a teacher of Turkish and author, Rıfat Ilgaz. These three books are analysed with a view to check their convenience in fulfilling the needs of reading classes. Also, the analysis comprises the responses and comments of 105 elementary school teachers and 125 elementary school children. A highly reliable and valid "Book Evaluation Scale" which was developed by researchers is used as a measuring tool. Findings of the study indicate that the elementary school teachers found the books "efficient" or "very efficient" with respect to the language employed in them, their form, organization, literary value and convenience for children. But the pictures used in the books are found "partly efficient". The students answered a questionnaire with questions selected from an activity called "I Love Reading Books", which takes place in reading classes. The suggestions herein are formed in accordance with the answers obtained from each group.

Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, Jan 1, 2010

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implications of Media Literacy Education (... more Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the implications of Media Literacy Education (MLE) in Turkey by analyzing the Primary School Curricula in terms of MLE comparatively in Turkey, Ireland and Finland. In this study, the selection of Finland and ...

Online Submission, Jan 1, 2008

The topic of teaching and learning culture has been a matter of considerable interest to language... more The topic of teaching and learning culture has been a matter of considerable interest to language educators and much has been written about the role of culture in foreign language instruction over the past two decades. ESL students whose success in a new environment is conditioned not only by their mastery of the new language, but also, and especially, by their ability to negotiate the new culture. Media sources significantly affect students' of attitudes and dispositions towards themselves, other people and society especially in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. Building on the argument that learning a second language cannot be separated from the acquisition of the culture that it embodies, this paper argues that the design and adaptation of written media should reflect multiple perspectives and avoid prejudices in order to engage students in a process of uncovering and confronting cultural biases and facilitate cultural learning. The paper presents prejudices and other cultural biases learners have about target culture and discusses the positive effects of media on students. The paper suggests that media sources should be integrated into ESL curriculum in order to avoid prejudices, to enhance students' critical thinking and language skills and cultural biases, and to have a better understanding of new culture.