Investigation of Social Studies Teachers’ Naturel Disaster Literacy Levels in Terms of Various Variables (The Case of Ankara Province)

Authors : Adem Karaca, Tevfik Palaz
Pages : 36-64
Doi:10.53047/josse.1701837
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Publication Date : 2025-05-31
Article Type : Research Paper
Abstract :The aim of this study is to examine the natural disaster literacy of social studies teachers from various perspectives. The study is designed using a quantitative research method and a survey model. The sample consists of 306 social studies teachers from in the central districts of Ankara. The data collection tool used in the research is the \\\"Natural Disaster Literacy Questionnaire.\\\" The obtained data were statistically analyzed using the SPSS 22.00 software package. As a result of the study, it was found that social studies teachers\\\' behaviors regarding natural disaster literacy and their affective tendencies are at a \\\"Medium\\\" level, while their achievement levels are at a \\\"Very High\\\" level. Additionally, those who are aware of their school\\\'s disaster plan, those who have participated in training related to natural disasters, and those who chose \\\"Fire drill\\\" among the activities they wish to participate in regarding natural disasters have higher levels of natural disaster literacy behavior. It was also determined that social studies teachers who are aware of their school\\\'s disaster plan have higher levels of affective tendencies regarding natural disaster literacy, and those who selected \\\"Search and rescue\\\" among the desired activities related to natural disasters have high achievement levels in natural disaster literacy. Emphasizing practical application in natural disaster training is important for increasing the levels of behavior and affective tendencies. Furthermore, it is essential for schools to assist social studies teachers in areas such as participating in disaster drills and being aware of their school\\\'s disaster plan, as this is necessary for creating awareness of disaster literacy.
Keywords : sosyal bilgiler, sosyal bilgiler öğretmenleri, doğal afet, okuryazarlık

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