ERIC Number: EJ1175051
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-Apr
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The Reflection of Immigration on School Culture: A Qualitative Study
Arslangilay, A. Selcen
International Journal of Instruction, v11 n2 p585-602 Apr 2018
Each organization has its own system of values, beliefs and attitudes that are valid for the schools and it accompanies the concept of school culture, one of the important factors determining the success of a school. Immigration is a phenomenon that leads to great influences in every society. The purpose of this study is to determine what reflections the Syrian asylum seekers have on school culture in a primary school, which is also used as a Temporary Training Center (TTC) in the capital city of Turkey, Ankara. 12 participants, including 5 teachers, 5 Turkish parents and 2 administrators, participated in the research, which was designed in case study design and in which qualitative data collection and analysis methods were used. The data obtained via the semi-structured interview forms prepared by the researcher were analyzed with descriptive analysis technique. According to the results of the research; after the Syrians came, there were some changes in the school culture. However, since such a massive migration is a very new experience, and school managers are sensitive to this issue and demonstrate democratic leadership features, there have been no major issues in the school. It is thought that the problems will gradually decrease, as experience about immigration increases.
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, School Culture, Immigration, Reflection, Refugees, Elementary School Students, Migrant Children, Administrator Attitudes, Teacher Attitudes, Parent Attitudes, Semi Structured Interviews, Organizational Culture, Language Usage, Beliefs, Social Values, School Policy, Ceremonies, School Choice, Foreign Countries
International Journal of Instruction. Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Education, Eskisehir, 26480, Turkey. e-mail: iji@ogu.edu.tr; Web site: http://www.e-iji.net
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Syria; Turkey (Ankara)
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