Abstract:

The present research aims to reveal the precious values in the Turkish history and culture and the way these values are gained. The research was designed by a document review method. Six works written on the morality system of the past periods were determined and analyzed by descriptive analysis. Expressions having the characteristics of value and methods of attaining them were listed by researchers separately and a common decision was achieved by being compared. As a result of the research, 40 values were found. It can also be seen as a separate finding that some of the emerging values are not included in programs today. As a method of value gained, the responsibilities of each dimension (family, school, environment / society, teacher, education system, etc. They were determined and presented in a table rather than systematic methods. The most common method is the role model. The other is that the value is gained to the individuals by inculcating in various ways (giving advice, identification with good examples, transferring values from stories, etc.). However, it seems that a method similar to today's recommended approaches in value education has not been applied in the past (except for inculcation). At the same time, the usefulness of today’s approaches is still a matter of debate.