Abstract:

The aim of this study is to determine the attitudes and opinions of the teachers of science on social-mobility issues. In this study, a special method was used. The study was conducted with 289 (134-Women, 155-Men) Teachers of Sciences who are working in the Van province center and districts in the 2018-2019 educational-educational year. The study was conducted with a semi-configured interview with 10 teachers chosen with the aim of the sample method among the teachers of science participating in the study. As a data collection tool in the study, the attitude scale to social issues (SOKTÖ) and the semi-structured interview form were used. Quantitative data obtained in the study were analyzed using identificative statistical techniques. In the analysis of the data, the content and visual analysis were used. The study found that the teachers of science have sufficient knowledge about social-mobility issues, that they are involved in these subjects in the course of science and that they pay attention to the daily life. Due to the interest of social-mobilistic subjects in society and their participation in the teaching program, the conclusion was achieved that the teachers of science followed scientific discussions and studies on these subjects. The teaching of social-mobilistic subjects has contributed to the students’ respect for other thinking, judgment and critical thinking skills. It is recommended to conduct broad participatory studies to make the teachers' attitudes and opinions on social issues more clear.

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