Research Article

A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS' PERSPECTIVES

Volume: 7 Number: 1 June 25, 2025
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A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS' PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the Türkiye Century Education Model through a SWOT analysis based on the perspectives of preschool teachers. Conducted using the phenomenology design, a qualitative research method, the study included 35 preschool teachers working in public schools in Turkey. Participants were selected through convenience sampling, a non-random sampling method. Data were collected using an open-ended question form developed by the researchers and analyzed through content analysis. Findings revealed that teachers identified several strengths of the model, including its skill-based approach, emphasis on holistic education, and consideration of individual differences. Regarding weaknesses, participants highlighted challenges in implementing differentiated education, difficulties in the internalization process, and issues related to classroom management. The most frequently mentioned opportunities included support for multifaceted development, contributions to professional development, and alignment with contemporary educational needs. Regarding threats, participants pointed to factors such as difficulties in the adaptation process, resistance due to traditional perceptions, and uncertainty regarding the model’s long-term impact.

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Thanks

We would like to thank our valuable advisor Assoc. Prof. Dr. Burak AYÇİÇEK, who guided us at every stage of our article writing process...

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Curriculum and Instration (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

June 25, 2025

Submission Date

March 18, 2025

Acceptance Date

June 2, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 7 Number: 1

APA
Öztürk, E., Yıldız, G. N., & Dağ, T. (2025). A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES. Journal of Advanced Education Studies, 7(1), 1-19. https://doi.org/10.48166/ejaes.1660249
AMA
1.Öztürk E, Yıldız GN, Dağ T. A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES. EJAES. 2025;7(1):1-19. doi:10.48166/ejaes.1660249
Chicago
Öztürk, Ebubekir, Gamze Nur Yıldız, and Tuba Dağ. 2025. “A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES”. Journal of Advanced Education Studies 7 (1): 1-19. https://doi.org/10.48166/ejaes.1660249.
EndNote
Öztürk E, Yıldız GN, Dağ T (June 1, 2025) A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES. Journal of Advanced Education Studies 7 1 1–19.
IEEE
[1]E. Öztürk, G. N. Yıldız, and T. Dağ, “A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES”, EJAES, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 1–19, June 2025, doi: 10.48166/ejaes.1660249.
ISNAD
Öztürk, Ebubekir - Yıldız, Gamze Nur - Dağ, Tuba. “A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES”. Journal of Advanced Education Studies 7/1 (June 1, 2025): 1-19. https://doi.org/10.48166/ejaes.1660249.
JAMA
1.Öztürk E, Yıldız GN, Dağ T. A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES. EJAES. 2025;7:1–19.
MLA
Öztürk, Ebubekir, et al. “A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES”. Journal of Advanced Education Studies, vol. 7, no. 1, June 2025, pp. 1-19, doi:10.48166/ejaes.1660249.
Vancouver
1.Ebubekir Öztürk, Gamze Nur Yıldız, Tuba Dağ. A SWOT ANALYSIS OF THE TÜRKİYE CENTURY PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION MODEL FROM TEACHERS’ PERSPECTIVES. EJAES. 2025 Jun. 1;7(1):1-19. doi:10.48166/ejaes.1660249