The Views of Kazakh Teacher Candidates on Children's Rights

Year 2024, Volume: 11 Issue: 1, 105 - 120, 01.01.2024

Ömer Faruk Sönmez , Hüseyin Mertol , Nurmagambetova Botagoz Amangeldinovna , Murzatayeva Altynai Kanatova , Mukhametkairov Arslanbek Erbolatovich , Najmeddinov Ahmad Rahmatovich

https://doi.org/10.17275/per.24.7.11.1

Abstract

This research aims to examine the awareness of child rights among students at a state university in Kazakhstan. The study aims to measure the level of knowledge future educators have on child rights. Qualitative research methods were used in the study, and semi-structured interviews were conducted for comprehensive data collection. The interview form used was a semi-structured interview form called "Preschool Teachers' Awareness of Child Rights Form", developed by the researchers. The research was conducted on a sample of 20 students from the university's preschool education department, and interviews were conducted specifically on child rights awareness. Descriptive analysis, a method of qualitative data analysis, was used to interpret the collected data. The results of the research showed that the students' levels of awareness varied, and a significant percentage had in-depth knowledge about the international child rights frameworks established by UNICEF. However, deficiencies were identified in their understanding of how these rights are applied in educational settings. The study emphasized the role of the curriculum in increasing awareness and suggested areas for improvement. In light of the findings, various recommendations were presented, such as incorporating comprehensive modules on child rights into teacher education curricula and organizing continuous professional development sessions for in-service teachers. Additionally, it was emphasized that workshops and seminars at the university level should be organized to address the identified knowledge gaps.

Keywords

Children’s Rights, Awareness, Kazakhstan.

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