Secondary Students’ Views on the Distance Learning Process: A Q Method Analysis

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Year-Number: 2022-Volume 14, Issue 2
Yayımlanma Tarihi: 2022-04-22 10:07:41.0
Language : English
Konu : Social Sciences Education
Number of pages: 309-325
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The aim of this study is to determine the views and perceptions of secondary school students regarding the distance learning process implemented in Turkey with the Q methodology. This study was carried out with a mixed research method, using a phenomenology model. Two different online interviews were conducted with the participants using the Q methodology via ZOOM. The study group in the research consisted of 50 secondary school students studying at various secondary schools in Diyarbakır. Q method form was used as data collection tool. The data in the Q method form filled by the participants were analyzed with the PQ Method 2.35 statistics program. According to the findings; secondary school students were bored with the distance learning and were uncomfortable with the sending of their studies over the phone. In addition, in this process, it was concluded that the motivation levels of the students were low and the students could not receive the necessary support from their families.

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