Differentiation in School Types in Turkey Evaluation of PISA 2018 Based on Reading Skill Levels

Authors : Sanem Şehribanoğlu

Pages : 2058-2086

Doi:10.15869/itobiad.1544751

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Publication Date : 2025-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study examines the differences between school types with varying educational cultures and qualities within the Turkish education system. It is based on variables affecting the classification of groups according to high and low reading skills, with consideration of reading skill levels in the PISA 2018 Turkey sample. In this study, with the help of the Boruta algorithm, one of the feature selection methods within the scope of Educational Data Mining, the objective was to determine the important variables that affect student reading skills by considering six types of school with different curriculum that take the PISA exam in Turkey. The results of the PISA indicate that science high schools demonstrate a higher level of success than other school types in terms of overall PISA success, as well as in the domains of mathematics, science and reading.The disparities in educational outcomeshave become more pronounced as a consequence of this study. The study brought to light the existence of educational inequality and drew attention to the discrepancies between different educational institutions. Vocational and Technical Anatolian high schools play an instrumental role in meeting the country\\\'s need for well-trained intermediate personnel, thus contributing to the country\\\'s economic development. It is therefore proposed that the curriculum be revised with a view to eliminate the disadvantages faced by students. While some parents opt for Anatolian Imam Hatip high schools in order to provide their children with religious education, these schools are not aligned with the future professional aspirations of their pupils. It is thought that elucidating the distinction between the notion of being a devout individual and the professional expectations of the future workforce would prove more beneficial, particularly in terms of the long-term prospects of the younger generation. It has been established that socioeconomic status exerts an influence on performance; However, these deficiencies are eradicated in students who receive metacognitive strategy training.
Keywords : PISA 2018, Okuma Becerisi, Okul Türleri, Öznitelik Seçimi, Boruta

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