Science Teachers' Views Regarding Support and Training Courses


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Gökçe Z., Gökçe H., Kızkapan O., Bektaş O.

Abant İzzet Baysal Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, cilt.22, sa.2, ss.668-686, 2022 (Hakemli Dergi)

Özet

This research aims to determine the evaluations of science teachers regarding support and training courses. The research is conducted by using a case study design of the qualitative research method. The data of the research is collected in six state secondary schools in the Melikgazi district of Kayseri from six science teachers who gave science lessons at support and training courses. The semi-structured interview is used as a data collection tool. The interview form is created by the researchers and examined by a science teacher and a Turkish teacher before it is used in the study. Recordings of the interview were transcribed. Then data is analyzed by the researchers. Findings are presented with direct quotations from the participants. As a result of the study, it is concluded that although there are problems in terms of insufficient materials and student attendance, the participants are satisfied with the support and training courses. In the light of these results, suggestions regarding the diversification of resources and optimization of the courses were made.