scholarly journals The Level of 7- and 8-Years Old Children Understanding of the Place Value Concept

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 28-52
Author(s):  
Halil Önal ◽  
Emel Çilingir Altiner
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Place Value ◽  
Classroom Teachers ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Correct Response Rate ◽  
Value Concept

Place value concept that learns especially in primary school ages is also the basis of many issues students will encounter throughout their learning lives. This research aims to developmentally determine understanding of the place value concept in early childhood. The model of research is a case study from qualitative research methods. The study group consists of 171 children (84 at the age of 7 and 87 at the age of 8) who study in three different public schools in January, in the 2020-2021 academic year in Ankara, Turkey, selected by criteria sampling from purposeful sampling methods. As a data collection tool, “place value worksheets” consisting of 25 questions developed by researchers were used. Data was collected online by classroom teachers through “EBA”. The content analysis method was used in the analysis of the data. Looking at the research results, it was observed that children gave meaning to the place value concept in seven categories. It was seen that seven years olds reached the lowest correct answer rate in the code "the ability to express the number whose resolution is given in terms of ones" in the category of "the ability to resolve". It was concluded that "the ability to write numbers between two numbers" code in "the ability to compare" category has the lowest correct response rate for eight years old children. Lower levels of seven years old student's understanding of the place value concept suggest that students' readiness levels are not sufficient at this age.

scholarly journals Effective Children’s Rights Education from the Perspectives of Expert Teachers in Children’s Rights Education: A Turkish Sample

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 303 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayse Ozturk ◽  
Gulay Ozdemir Dogan
Keyword(s):  
Sampling Method ◽  
Children's Rights ◽  
Children’S Rights ◽  
Classroom Teachers ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
Interview Method ◽  
Content Analysis Method

The purpose of this study was to investigate Effective Children’s Rights Education (ECRE) from the perspectives of classroom teachers who are experts in children’s rights education (TECR). The data were collected through focus group interview method in this research designed as a case study. The sample of the study consists of six qualified primary school teachers for children’s rights education selected by critical case sampling method. The data were interpreted with the help of content analysis method. Five different understandings have been proposed related to effective children’s rights education. In the light of these understandings, detailed information has been obtained in reference to proposed ways for the administration of effective children’s rights education and where and with whom the process should take place. Furthermore, information has been obtained about the arrangements that TECR have made at class and school levels for an effective children’s rights education. The research is important in terms of providing information on the insights into ECRE and its practices at schools in Turkey.

scholarly journals Problems of Education and Teaching Through Teachers' Perspectives (The Case of Unye District)

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-16
Author(s):  
Halil Tas ◽  
Muhammet Baki Minaz
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Teachers Perspectives ◽  
Academic Year

In this research, descriptive research approach is used because it is aimed to determine the problems of education in terms of teachers' perspective. The study group of the study consisted of 101 teachers, of whom 61 were female and 40 were male, working in Unye district of Ordu province in the academic year of 2018-2019. The study group was determined by means of easy-to-reach sampling from purposeful sampling methods. In the study, open-ended questions were used as data collection tools. Qualitative data collected in this study were analyzed by inductive content analysis method. In addition, while analyzing the data obtained and reporting the results, quantification (digitization) was made. The findings were discussed as teachers, schools, students, parents and management. According to the results of the research, teachers experienced many problems due to the teacher, school, student, parent and management, some of these problems were deeply rooted, some were temporary or local. It is understood that some problems that cannot be solved cause problems in time and cause problems to become chronic. As a result, the problems that disrupt the educational process should be solved by the authorities with solution-oriented approaches.

scholarly journals Examination of Primary-School Teachers’ Views on Digital Game-Based Teaching

Temel Eğitim ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 39-55
Author(s):  
Sümeyra Akkaya ◽  
Zeynep Tan ◽  
Metin Kapıdere
Keyword(s):  
Structured Interview ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Digital Game ◽  
Primary School Teachers ◽  
National Education ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Voluntary Basis

In this study, it is aimed to examine the opinions of class teachers about digital game-based teaching. The model of the research, which adopts the qualitative research approach, is the case study. Within the scope of the purpose of the study, opinions were obtained on a voluntary basis from the class teachers selected by the criterion sampling method, one of the purposeful sampling methods. The participants of the research are 30 class teachers working under the Ministry of National Education in the 2020-2021 academic year. A semi-structured interview form was used as a data collection tool. The collected data were analyzed by content analysis method. In line with the findings obtained, conclusions and recommendations have been given.

scholarly journals A different Analysis with the Literature Circles: Teacher Candidates’ Perspectives on the Profession

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 8
Author(s):  
Fatih Çetin Çetinkaya ◽  
Abdurrahman Baki Topçam
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Specific Area ◽  
Literature Circles ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Research Designs ◽  
Undergraduate Programs ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Positive Effect

This study aimed to determine the perceptions of teacher candidates and to use the literature circles method to help them to develop a positive attitude towards the profession. Given that the study of literature circles in the national literature is only for a specific area, this study is the first study in which the literature circles are used for a different purpose. The research was carried out with eight teacher candidates who were studying in two different undergraduate programs of a public university in the spring term of the 2018-2019 academic year. Participants were selected by using convenience sampling and purposeful sampling methods. In the study, which was formed by selecting the case study from qualitative research designs, data were analyzed by the content analysis method. Findings from the books and sessions performed within the literature circles show that the process has a positive effect on the teacher candidates’ perspectives.

scholarly journals A QUALITATIVE RESEARCH ON THE USE OF HUMOR IN TURKISH TEACHING IN SECONDARY SCHOOL

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cafer Çarkıt ◽  
meryem Canalıcı
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Classroom Practices ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Document Review

This research aims to determine the use of humor in Turkish classes in secondary schools. To this end, firstly, the humorous elements in the Turkish textbooks were examined, and then Turkish teachers’ views on these elements and their views and classroom practices regarding the use of humor in their classes were determined. The study was designed according to the case study method, one of the qualitative research methods. The humorous elements in the Turkish textbooks were collected through the document review method, and the views and classroom practices of the Turkish teachers regarding the use of humor were collected through a semi-structured interview form. In this context, interviews were made with 15 Turkish teachers working in public schools. The content analysis method was used to analyze the obtained data. According to the findings, most of the interviewed teachers included humorous elements in their classes through various classroom practices. In addition, it was determined that teachers consider humorous elements important because such elements increase students’ motivation and make classes more interesting. Finally, it was concluded that Turkish textbooks do not contain enough humorous elements.

scholarly journals Challenges and barriers of Humanitarian Aid Management in 2017 Kermanshah Earthquake: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamid Safarpour ◽  
Saeideh Fooladlou ◽  
Meysam Safi-Keykaleh ◽  
Somayyeh Mousavipour ◽  
Davoud Pirani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Humanitarian Aid ◽  
Effective Management ◽  
Aid Workers ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Structural Barriers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Conventional Content Analysis

Abstract Background: Examining various problems after disasters is important for the affected people. Managing humanitarian aid and donations among the affected people is considered as one of the most important problems after disasters. Therefore, the present study aimed to evaluate the challenges and barriers of humanitarian aid management in 2017 Kermanshah Earthquake. Methods: This study was conducted from November 2017 to January 2018, with qualitative case study design. The population included 21 people including 6 humanitarian aid manager, 6 volunteers, 4 aid workers, and 5 affected people. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and purposeful sampling, which continued until saturating the data. The strategies recommended by Guba were used for evaluating the trustworthiness of the data. The data was analyzed with conventional content analysis method according to method suggested by Graneheim and Lundman. Results: Based on the results, two themes, nine categories, and 19 sub-categories were identified considering the challenges and barriers of humanitarian aid and donors’ management during the 2017 Kermanshah Earthquake. The categories included education, command and coordination, communication and information, rules, security, traffic and overcrowding, assessment, providing system, and cultural setting. Also, two themes including managerial and structural barriers were extracted. Conclusion: Adopting an effective management and appropriate policies with respect to humanitarian aid and modifying structural and managerial barriers can improve the performance and management of humanitarian aid.

scholarly journals CELTA Course from the Perspective of EFL Instructors: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tolga Çay ◽  
◽  
Cenk AKAY ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Private University ◽  
Course Evaluation ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Evaluation Survey

The aim of this study is to explore the CELTA course from the perspective of EFL instructors. A single case study of qualitative research methods is employed in the study. The sample consists of 6 EFL instructors working for a private university in Turkey. The quantitative data of the research was obtained through course evaluation survey. Qualitative data was gathered by open-ended questions and interview forms developed by the researcher and also with the documents. Descriptive analysis was performed to show evaluation of the course in the quantitative phase of the research. On the other hand, the content analysis method was applied in the analysis of qualitative data. As a result of the study, the CELTA course is useful for EFL instructors’ careers; nevertheless the course components and content should be redesigned considering andragogic principles. Moreover, EFL instructors were pleased to take the course at the end of the course although the course’s weaknesses.

scholarly journals Reflection of Barbie Culture on the games of children in the context of genderBarbie kültürünün toplumsal cinsiyet bağlamında çocuk oyunlarına yansımaları

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 3239
Author(s):  
Seval Ördek İnceoğlu ◽  
Yaşare Aktaş Arnas
Keyword(s):  
Nursery School ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Whole Process ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
Video Record ◽  
Gender Perceptions ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Research Designs ◽  
Physical Features

There are many studies conducted about Barbie dolls. However, it has not been investigated how these toys reflected on gender perceptions of children. That is this topic is still an issue of concern. On the other hand, games give crucial clues regarding making sense of children’s worlds. Through this study, it was aimed to analyze the reflections of Barbie culture on children’s dramatic game processes. The design of the study was case study one of qualitative research designs aiming to obtain information in depth. The participants consisted of seven children in 5-year class of a nursery school and prefer to play in dramatic game center during game time. The data of the study was collected by observations. Within data collection, the whole process was recorded as videos in order to minimize data loss. In total, video record of 280 minutes was obtained. The data was analyzed by content analysis method. It was found out that children frequently emphasized physical features playing with Barbies, besides they involved in gendered conversations. Moreover, it was revealed that Barbie culture increased the gendered utterances of children when handled in terms of gender. Our study is parallel to the results of limited number of studies regarding this matter.Extended English abstract is in the end of PDF (TURKISH) file.ÖzetBarbie bebeklere ilişkin olarak yapılmış bir çok araştırma bulunmaktadır. Ancak bu oyuncakların çocukların toplumsal cinsiyet algılarına nasıl yansıdıkları yeterince araştırılmamıştır. Yani bu konu halen merak konusudur. Oyunlar ise çocukların dünyalarının anlaşılmasında önemli ipuçları sunarlar. Bu çalışmada Barbie kültürünün çocukların dramatik oyun süreçlerine yansımalarının incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmanın yöntemini derinlemesine bilgi edinilmesini amaçlayan nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden durum çalışması oluşturmaktadır.  Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu bir anaokulundaki 5 yaş sınıfına devam eden ve oyun zamanında dramatik oyun merkezinde oynamayı tercih eden yedi çocuk oluşturmuştur. Çalışmada veriler gözlemler yoluyla elde edilmiştir. Veri toplama sürecinde, veri kaybını en aza indirmek için sürecin tamamı kamera kaydına alınmıştır. Toplamda yaklaşık 280 dakikalık kamera kaydı elde edilmiştir. Veriler içerik analizi yöntemiyle analiz edilmiştir. Araştırmada çocukların Barbie’lerle oynadıkları sırada sıkça fiziksel özelliklere vurgu yaptıkları, ayrıca cinsiyetçi söylemlerde bulundukları belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca «toplumsal cinsiyet» bakımından ele alındığında Barbie kültürünün çocukların cinsiyetçi söylemlerini beslediği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmamız konuya ilişkin olarak yapılmış sınırlı sayıdaki çalışmanın sonuçlarıyla örtüşmektedir.

scholarly journals Environmental Problem Perception of 6th Grade Students

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murat GENÇ ◽  
Tülin Genç ◽  
Mustafa Ergenç ◽  
Neslihan ERKUZ
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Problem ◽  
Noise Pollution ◽  
Environmental Issues ◽  
Radioactive Pollution ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Problem Perception ◽  
Written Texts ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Biological Pollution ◽  
Academic Year

This study aims to examine and compare the 6th grade students’ perception of environmental issues through different techniques.  For this purpose, we have tried to establish the students' perception of environmental issues by studying the pictures they drew and the written texts they wrote.   In this study, where we have conducted with 62 students in two different secondary schools in Duzce central during the 1st semester of the 2014-2015 academic year, we have employed a phenomenological pattern.  The obtained data has been analyzed using content analysis method.  As a result of the study, the themes of air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, visual pollution, endangerment of species, noise pollution, natural disasters, biological pollution and radioactive pollution in the students’ perception of environmental issues have been identified.  When the themes of environmental problems, obtained through two different techniques, have been compared, it has been established that the number of themes expressed in the written texts were higher than the ones in the pictures.  

scholarly journals Human Values in Textbooks: A Case Study of General Zia and Post-2010 Democratic Regimes

2017 ◽  
Vol 0101 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Qamar Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Human Values ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Primary Level ◽  
The Core ◽  
Democratic Regimes ◽  
Content Analysis Method ◽  
Time Periods ◽  
English Textbooks ◽  
A Minor

The study is qualitative in nature using the content analysis method of research. The core objective of the study has been to gauge and compare the values in the textbooks during two eras; viz, General Zia-ul-Haq (1978-1988) and Post-2010 democratic regimes. For this purpose, the textbooks of two different time periods have been selected – primary level (grade I to V) English (as a subject) textbooks published by the Punjab Textbook Board during General Zia-ul-Haq regime and the same level English textbooks published by the Punjab Textbook Board during post-2010 democratic regimes. The human values such as tolerance, patience, empathy, honesty, justice, equity, and humanism have been divided into some categories with further subcategories as indicators to match with the content of textbooks. The collected data revealed that neither the textbooks during the Zia-ul-Haq period nor the textbooks of post-2010 regimes promoted these values in the students, as they ought to be. A minor percentage of human values have been found in the textbooks of both eras.

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