Parents’ Views on Support and Training Courses (Stc)
Journal Title: Political Economy and Management of Education - Year 2020, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
The aim of this research is to reveal the parents' views on Support and Training Courses (STC). In this research conducted using qualitative research models, study data were collected from 23 parents of secondary and high schools in the city center of Bolu in the second term of the 2018-2019 academic year. The data were obtained through semi-structured interview forms and were analyzed by descriptive analysis and content analysis. As a result of the research, it was concluded that the participants thought STC courses beneficial/efficient, they enroll their students in courses that had questions in university and high school entrance exams, such as mathematics, physics, science, Turkish, social studies, and in courses they selected teachers whom they considered qualified, they found the attitude of the school administration in choosing the course generally positive, their students make up in the courses, their students divided into classes according to their level into the courses, and the courses positively affect the students in terms of social and sports activities, and the success of their students increased.
Authors and Affiliations
Ayhan Kandemir, Şenay Sezgin Nartügn
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