Özet:

This study aimed at determining the views of teachers, which are the main elements of education, of Syrian families on family participation in primary school. The research has been used on the basis of the quality research approach (fenomenology). The study’s work group consisted of 10 class teachers working in the state schools in Mersin Illi Tarsus district. The data of the study was collected using a semi-configured interview form. Imaginary analysis of the research data was used. According to the research, classmates see the participation of Syrian families as a need, but they complain that all of the Syrian families do not show the same enthusiasm to participate in the education process. Teachers see non-Turkish knowledge, cultural differences, limited material possibilities, unable to adapt to the Turkish educational system, considering education and school unnecessary as obstacles to participation of Syrian families in the educational process. It is understood that teachers do practices such as home visits, face-to-face conversations, communicating information about students to Syrian parents, class meetings, to increase the participation of Syrian families in the educational process, they showed the necessary dedication to this.

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