Research Article

Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective

Volume: 9 Number: 2 December 30, 2025
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Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective

Abstract

This study aims to examine the extent to which the holistic education approach, emphasized in The Century of Türkiye Education Model, aligns with contemporary global educational frameworks. Considering the current educational landscape where flexibility, inclusivity, and diversity have become key priorities, this research investigates whether the model effectively responds to such expectations. The analysis focuses on various structural components of the model, including the framework of learning outcomes, the design of learning experiences, differentiated instruction, cross-curricular integration, assessment practices, teacher reflection mechanisms, the science-technology-environment dimension, school-based planning, and extracurricular learning opportunities. A qualitative research design was adopted, utilizing document analysis as the primary method. Official documents and guidelines published by the Ministry of National Education of the Republic of Türkiye were reviewed and compared with prominent international education reports, including UNESCO’s Education 2030 Agenda, the OECD’s Learning Compass 2030, and recent strategic documents of the European Commission. Findings reveal that The Century of Türkiye Education Model shares significant commonalities with global trends—particularly in terms of promoting multi-dimensional learning, values-based education, and personal development. Moreover, the study also indicates that there are Improvements, especially in the areas of assessment systems and the systematic inclusion of teacher reflections. In the overall evaluation, it can be stated that The Century of Türkiye Education Model is innovative and dynamic in structure, aiming to integrate universal educational principles while being rooted in local cultural foundations. This model not only supports students’ cognitive development but also seeks to enhance their emotional intelligence, strengthen their social skills, promote environmental awareness, and cultivate ethically responsible individuals grounded in core values. Furthermore, the model is designed around a participatory framework that actively involves all stakeholders within the school community, including teachers, students, and families. In this respect, The Century of Türkiye Education Model represents a comprehensive educational vision that contributes both to preserving cultural heritage and to preparing individuals for active participation as global citizens in an increasingly interconnected world.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Comparative and Cross-Cultural Education

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

November 21, 2025

Publication Date

December 30, 2025

Submission Date

May 31, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 30, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 2

APA
Budak, B., & Türkmen Budak, T. (2025). Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective. Bartın University Journal of Educational Research, 9(2), 103-114. https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ
AMA
1.Budak B, Türkmen Budak T. Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective. ANNOUNCEMENTS. 2025;9(2):103-114. https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ
Chicago
Budak, Bilal, and Türkan Türkmen Budak. 2025. “Holistic Education Within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective”. Bartın University Journal of Educational Research 9 (2): 103-14. https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ.
EndNote
Budak B, Türkmen Budak T (December 1, 2025) Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective. Bartın University Journal of Educational Research 9 2 103–114.
IEEE
[1]B. Budak and T. Türkmen Budak, “Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective”, ANNOUNCEMENTS, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 103–114, Dec. 2025, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ
ISNAD
Budak, Bilal - Türkmen Budak, Türkan. “Holistic Education Within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective”. Bartın University Journal of Educational Research 9/2 (December 1, 2025): 103-114. https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ.
JAMA
1.Budak B, Türkmen Budak T. Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective. ANNOUNCEMENTS. 2025;9:103–114.
MLA
Budak, Bilal, and Türkan Türkmen Budak. “Holistic Education Within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective”. Bartın University Journal of Educational Research, vol. 9, no. 2, Dec. 2025, pp. 103-14, https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ.
Vancouver
1.Bilal Budak, Türkan Türkmen Budak. Holistic Education within The Century of Türkiye Education Model: A Comparative Global Perspective. ANNOUNCEMENTS [Internet]. 2025 Dec. 1;9(2):103-14. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA52LU83ZJ

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