Investigation of the Relations Between Objectives of Turkish Primary School Curriculums and Multiculturalism

Abstract

The aim of this study is to investigate the relations between objectives of Turkish primary school (1-8 grades) curriculums and multiculturalism. The research sample consists of 15 different lessons' curriculums which use in primary schools. The data was collected with documental analysis of qualitative analyses method and presented by using frequencies and percentages. Findings showed that relation rates between objectives of curriculums and multiculturalism are quite low. In the light of findings some recommendations presented for researchers, teachers and decision makers, who work in the curriculum development department in the Turkish Ministry of National Education. (C) 2013 The Authors. Published by Elsevier Ltd. Selection and/or peer-review under responsibility of Academic World Education and Research Center.