Evaluation of the Current Education System in TRNC According to the Opinions of School Managers at Secondary Education Stage
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| Title: | Evaluation of the Current Education System in TRNC According to the Opinions of School Managers at Secondary Education Stage |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Saziye Oztinen, Sonay Dericioglu (ORCID |
| Source: | Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology - TOJET. 2025 24(4):71-80. |
| Availability: | Sakarya University. Esentepe Campus, Adapazari 54000, Turkey. Tel: +90-505-2431868; Fax: +90-264-6141034; e-mail: tojet@sakarya.edu.tr; Web site: https://tojet.net/ |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 10 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Secondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, Administrator Attitudes, Principals, Assistant Principals, Teacher Motivation, Secondary School Teachers, School Administration, Secondary Schools, Physical Environment, Educational Equipment, School Schedules, Secondary School Curriculum, Motivation, Work Environment, Educational Environment |
| Geographic Terms: | Cyprus |
| ISSN: | 1303-6521 2146-7242 |
| Abstract: | This study was conducted to examine the structure of the current secondary education system in Northern Cyprus and identify the views of school administrators (principals and vice-principals) regarding teacher motivation. The research employed a case study design, one of the qualitative research approaches. The study group consisted of 40 school administrators working at the secondary education level under the Ministry of National Education in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). As a qualitative data collection tool, a semi-structured interview form was used, which was developed to include a preliminary information section and seven openended interview questions. For data analysis, descriptive analysis and content analysis techniques were applied. The research findings show that the education system in the TRNC has not entirely adapted to modern requirements, particularly in areas such as physical infrastructure, updated curricula, teacher competencies, and motivation. Although some school-based practices have been introduced to improve teacher motivation, there is still a need for more comprehensive and sustainable policies at the systemic level. The study recommends revising curricula and instructional programs to align with the requirements of the 21st century. It also suggests restructuring educational policies and prioritizing practices aimed at enhancing teacher motivation. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need to strengthen the existing physical and technological infrastructure of schools. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1488709 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | This study was conducted to examine the structure of the current secondary education system in Northern Cyprus and identify the views of school administrators (principals and vice-principals) regarding teacher motivation. The research employed a case study design, one of the qualitative research approaches. The study group consisted of 40 school administrators working at the secondary education level under the Ministry of National Education in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). As a qualitative data collection tool, a semi-structured interview form was used, which was developed to include a preliminary information section and seven openended interview questions. For data analysis, descriptive analysis and content analysis techniques were applied. The research findings show that the education system in the TRNC has not entirely adapted to modern requirements, particularly in areas such as physical infrastructure, updated curricula, teacher competencies, and motivation. Although some school-based practices have been introduced to improve teacher motivation, there is still a need for more comprehensive and sustainable policies at the systemic level. The study recommends revising curricula and instructional programs to align with the requirements of the 21st century. It also suggests restructuring educational policies and prioritizing practices aimed at enhancing teacher motivation. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need to strengthen the existing physical and technological infrastructure of schools. |
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| ISSN: | 1303-6521 2146-7242 |
