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ISAN KHAEN: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT FOR TRANSMITTING ART AND CULTURE
Full text linkThis participatory action research aimed to study the Khaen culture, an ancient culture existing until the present time. The objectives of this study were to (1) study the development of the Khaen and its relationship in Isan cultural ways and (2) investigate knowledge management regarding the Khaen as a form of Isan culture. Data from documents and fieldwork were analyzed and presented by means of descriptive analysis. The results are as follows. (1) The Khaen is an instrument existing along the Mekong River basin culture, especially among Thai-Lao ethnic groups. The playing styles have been adapted according to the culture of each era. (2) Regarding knowledge management, the number of the Khaen makers in the studied area has reduced to only four, which is in risk of disappearance. Meanwhile, there are new generations of want to learn Khaen players, but they need to improve their skills. Both the Khaen-making group and the Khaen-playing group, after participating in this project, realize the Khaen’s value and collaborate in systematically keeping teaching and learning to transfer the knowledge and wisdom concerning the Khaen culture. From the activities arranged for the participants, the researchers have compiled sets of knowledge regarding making and playing the Khaen and returned them to the community. In conclusion, the knowledge management concerning the art of making and playing the Khaen helps to transmit these forms of local art and culture to the new generations
A PEDAGOGICAL PERSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF TURKISH GENERATION Z UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' VIEWS ON VIRTUAL ECOLOGIES AND AVATAR AS SELF-CONSCIOUSNESS AND SELF-PRESENTATION
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze the views of Turkish Generation Z higher education students with metaverse experience on virtual-digital ecologies, self-consciousness, virtual sense of self, and avatar. Conducted on 389 students studying at Fırat University, this study is based on a descriptive survey design. The research data collected with the survey developed in line with the methodology were analyzed using the licensed SPSS package program of Fırat University. While doing analyses, the researchers drew upon frequency and percentage, which are diagnostic statistical techniques, as well as the Chi-square test. The results obtained from the analyses are as follows: Turkish Generation Z higher education students partially differ from their global peers in terms of self-consciousness. Self-consciousness and the virtual sense of self of Turkish Generation Z higher education students are associated with reality-virtuality oscillation. These students view the avatar as an ideal profile self-presentation rather than a substitute for their real self. The following considerations were revealed based on the results: It can be envisaged that depending on the proliferation of the virtual-digital revolution on a global scale, the massiveness of the virtuality phenomenon is likely to increase in the self-formation of Turkish Generation Z higher education students. The fact that the individual's self-consciousness and self-development are associated with the purpose, design, and practices of education requires Turkey to be ready for virtual-digital ecologies in education, at least as a contemporary complement to existing face-to-face education for now
REGULATORY EFFECT OF GENDER AND EDUCATION DEPARTMENT STATUS ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AWARENESS AND SELF-EFFICACY
Full text linkInclusive education is based on the idea that all individuals—regardless of individual characteristics and differences—should have access to education, a fundamental right granted to all. This study examines the relationship between pre-service teachers’ inclusive education awareness and self-efficacy and the impact of different variables that may affect this relationship. For this purpose, the Awareness Scale for Inclusive Education and the Teachers’ Self-Efficacy Perception of Inclusive Education Scale were used as data collection tools. The study was conducted through a correlational survey design to understand the relationship between pre-service teachers’ Awareness of Inclusive Education scores and Teacher’s Self-Efficacy Perception of Inclusive Education scores and determine the regulatory effect of gender and the departments in which the teachers studied on this relationship. The study sample included 360 pre-service teachers who completed the Special Education and Inclusion course. Data were analyzed using SPSS 24.0 and the Process Macro plugin. The results show a significant relationship between pre-service teachers’ awareness of inclusive education and self-efficacy perceptions. Results also indicate that while the regulatory effect of gender on the relationship between pre-service teachers’ inclusive education awareness and self-efficacy perceptions was not significant, the regulatory effect of the department they belonged to was substantial
OPINIONS OF FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ABOUT DIGITAL GAMES
Full text linkToday, it is observed that children with special needs first eliminate their loneliness with digital technologies when they feel lonely. Families are unable to establish a healthy communication for their children with special needs. In this study, the opinions and suggestions of the families of children with special needs with digital game addiction were evaluated, the problems experienced with their children were mentioned and solution suggestions were presented. The working group of the study consists of families with children with special needs. The study group of the research was 5. A total of 26 parents with children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD), learning difficulties or mild intellectual disability who were studying in the classroom formed a total of. In this research, phenomenology, one of the qualitative research patterns, was used. When the communication of families with children with special needs with game addiction was evaluated, the participants stated that they had difficulty communicating with their children. A small part of the participants also found that their children have addictions to digital tools. In order to prevent digital game addiction, the majority of families have stated that they have imposed a ban on their children's access to digital games.In addition, families have stated that they apply the reward and punishment method to their children to stay away from digital technologies. The vast majority of the participants had children with digital game addiction, and a small number of the participants received professional support to prevent this addiction.
Failure in children's lessons has caused anger in children. The failures of children have brought with them many negative factors. Parents have stated that children tend to be violent when deprived of digital tools.
Key Words: Special needs, digital technologies, Digital gamin
THE REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION OF ACADEMIC STAFF AT MUSIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENTS IN TURKEY: COMPARISON OF 2016 AND 2023
Full text linkThe quantitative and qualitative qualification of the academic staff at Music Education Departments (MED) has a great importance in reaching the determined goals of the education-training process. The first aim of the research is to determine the qualitative and quantitative qualification status of the academic staff of MEDs within the scope of 2023, and the second aim is to determine the positive or negative changes by comparing the years 2016 and 2023. It was foreseen that the awareness to be created by the results would contribute to the training of qualified music educators and to the more qualified service of these departments.
As a result of the research in which the descriptive method was preferred in the survey model, it was determined that the total number of MED academic staff in Turkey decreased from 436 in 2016 to 409 in 2023, and the total number of students, which was 4004 in 2016, decreased to 3080 students in 2023. The significant decrease in the number of students was seen as the main factor of the decrease in the average number of students per academician from 9.51 in 2016 to 7.7 in 2023. One of the factors in the decrease in the number of students was the application of the 800 thousandth success order prerequisite in the Special Talent Exams. It was also concluded that the strongest region in terms of the numerical distribution of the academic staff to the regions was the Central Anatolia in 2016 and 2023, and the weakest region was the Southeastern Anatolia in 2016 and 2023
METAPHORICAL PERCEPTIONS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS ABOUT RECYCLING
Full text linkThe aim of this study was to investigate the metaphorical perceptions of secondary school students about recycling. The sample group of the study consisted of 120 7th- and 8th-grade students studying in a public school in the fall semester of the 2022–2023 academic year. Of this sample group, 54 (45%) were male and 66 (55%) were female. With the questionnaire prepared on the form, “Recycling is like...........” and “Because...........” two-stage open-ended questions were asked to the students. In the first stage, they were asked to create a metaphor with a word about what they liken recycling to, and in the second stage, they were asked to explain their reasons in detail: “Because.........”. Phenomenology was used as the research design. Content analysis in the qualitative analysis section was used to analyze the data. In addition, the demographic information of the students; gender, mother’s and father’s graduation status, how many hours they read books daily, how many hours they watch television daily, and their daily phone and tablet usage times were descriptively stated. At the end of the study, it was concluded that the students were very interested and enthusiastic about recycling. It was understood that recycling awareness and sensitivity can be created in students by evaluating these tendencies. In order to evaluate students’ interest in recycling, it is recommended to focus on more specific studies on recycling, carry out club and course activities, give students tasks that will create recycling awareness, and organize competitions.
Keywords: Metaphor Analysis, Recycling, Secondary School Student
USING PODCAST IN TURKISH LESSONS TO IMPROVE MOTHER TONGUE SKILLS
No full textNeeds of human beings for understanding and expression is met in different ways via the innovations of the age. Technological innovations occupy a larger space in our life day by day, expands its place and meets our needs thanks to the tools produced using those innovations. "Podcasts", which have similar features and functions to radio broadcasts that were popular in the past, sometimes to get news and information and sometimes to have fun, are attracting intense interest today. A podcast can be defined as an audio diary or a digital product in which a separate topic is covered in each episode. It is seen that audio texts have taken their place among educational tools, especially in recent years, and research on the subject has been carried out. In this study, the issue of utilizing podcasts, a current technological tool, in Turkish lessons as a lesson to improve mother tongue skills is discussed. The use of podcasts in developing students' language skills and enriching their vocabulary, the criteria that teachers should take into consideration in creating and selecting podcasts are discussed in accordance with the research in the literature
PRIMARY AND PRESCHOOL TEACHER CANDIDATES' VIEWS ON MUSEUM EDUCATION
Full text linkThis study delves into the pivotal role of museums in shaping pedagogical strategies and advancing holistic learning experiences. Drawing upon primary and preschool education teacher candidates' perceptions, the research underscores a notable transformation in their views post-museum education exposure. Data indicates a marked elevation in cognitive capacities, aligning with previous literature, highlighting museums as dynamic spaces fostering inquiry-based cognition. Furthermore, post-exposure responses reveal an enriched understanding of diverse teaching methodologies, emphasizing museums as intersections of formal and informal education. An intriguing correlation emerged between familiarity with museums and deepened cognitive engagement, suggesting the merit of integrating regular museum visits within academic curricula. The findings reaffirm the evolving perception of museums, transcending traditional historical repositories to vibrant arenas of active learning. This study illuminates the potential of museums as instrumental tools in reshaping contemporary educational paradigms, albeit with the need for sustained educator training and collaboration between institutions
THROUGH THE POSITIVE DISCIPLINE LENS: PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ BUSY AGENDA
Full text linkIn primary school years, classroom management mostly occupies the agenda of teachers working at this level. In this context, the evaluation of educational environments from the perspective of the concepts of positive psychology has gained importance in recent years. The main aim of this study is to examine the discipline understanding of kindergarten, primary school and English teachers working at the primary education level in the lens of classroom management. Sequential explanatory design of mixed method research was used. Kindergarten, primary school, and English teachers (N=105) working in public schools in Istanbul, selected by random sampling, constitute the sample of the research. Teachers' thoughts on positive discipline were collected through a questionnaire. The findings obtained from the teachers' questionnaire responses led the researchers to conduct semi-structured interviews to obtain in-depth information about the subject. For this purpose, interviews were conducted with 9 teachers who were randomly selected from the sample group. According to the survey results, “disruption” in primary classes was on the top of the problems’ list teachers reported. In the semi-structured interviews, presenters asked the real cases in the teachers’ classes and disruption scenarios. Regardless of branch, stated that they faced similar problem behaviors in their classrooms
URBAN LEARNING SPACE MODEL: MECHANISMS FOR CREATING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION FOR BECOMING A LEARNING COMMUNITY
Full text linkThe purpose of this research was to study the urban learning space model of people that would result in lifelong learning and learning communities. Kalasin Municipality has amazing and interesting community learning resources. The learning space is also commonly used, being used solely for the purposes of the area, such as museums, parks, community markets local education, etc. This study was designed to use mixed methods. Using a questionnaire with Taro Yamane sample size estimates, quantitative survey covered 400 people about their opinions on the need for urban learning spaces in Kalasin Municipality. Using focus group discussions and in-depth interviews to find out the mechanisms for driving the participatory learning space of various sectors, the leaders and those responsible for driving the learning space in Kalasin Municipality, including 30 people. The study found that people in Kalasin Municipality need a learning space that is a meeting space to discuss public issues that arise in the community, which promotes trust and respect. These types of learning spaces are areas for exchanging learning that can bring tacit knowledge into explicit knowledge, resulting in consensus decisions