Abstract:

This study aimed to examine the views of university students studying in different departments (Turkish language, music, science, social studies, preschool and elementary education) of the Education Faculty of Pamukkale University in the 2014- 2015 school year on the effect of the Public Personnel Selection Examination (PPSE) on social life. In the study, the "Open-Ended Question Survey on PPSE for Fourth Year Teacher Candidates" developed by the researchers was used. The open-ended question form was administered to the teacher candidates in their free time on a voluntary basis. The data were transferred to the computer environment and exposed to content analysis. The codes and themes were identified by both researchers. These codes and themes were presented in tables and interpreted. As a result of the study, the teacher candidates stated that in the process of preparing for PPSE, the exam negatively affected their budget, communication with the environment, personal relationships and participation in social life. In addition, they asserted that their levels of anxiety and stress increased due to the pressure from their environment and families in this process.

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