Abstract
Phenomenology, one of the qualitative research designs, was used in this study, which aims to examine how preschool teachers perceive out-of-school learning activities. Participants in the study were determined using an easily accessible sampling method. In this context, research was carried out with 19 pre-school teachers in a city that the researcher can easily reach. Research data were collected using a semi-structured interview form. The data were analyzed using the content analysis technique, using Excel and Word programs. As a result, within the framework of the opinions of preschool teachers participating in the study; OSLA's (out-of-school learning activities) predominantly include learning (permanent learning, indoor and outdoor learning, learning reinforcement, and experience), child contribution (skill development and obtaining educational program outcomes) and environment (institutions/ organizations, garden-greenhouse, theater / cinema and nature). According to the teachers, the main problems in terms of the execution of OSLA and the problems encountered in the process; security and control of children, parents' anxiety and unwillingness, the cost of the activity, the incompatibility of the curriculum, bureaucratic procedures and communication difficulties with children. Teachers' opinions about the competence of OSLA; shows that they did not receive in-service training or insufficient in-service training. In addition, it is understood that teachers have a positive perception of competence in terms of good research, preparation, and planning, benefiting from relevant guides and coping with difficult conditions. On the other hand, it is seen that they have a negative perception of efficacy in ensuring child safety and having difficulty coping with children.