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Being Muslim And American: The Voices Of Turkish Immigrant Children, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Being Muslim And American: The Voices Of Turkish Immigrant Children, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
This presentation explores the ways 15 Turkish immigrant children negotiated their religious identities in schooling contexts in a large Midwestern city in the United States and the contextual factors that influenced this negotiation process.
Using Case Studies As A Way To Teach Theoretical Concepts In Child Development And Education, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Using Case Studies As A Way To Teach Theoretical Concepts In Child Development And Education, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
In this qualitative study, I explore preservice teachers’ perspectives on case study assignments. Students found the case studies a means for connecting theory to practice, since they focused on successful teaching practices. The process of sharing case study responses with classmates was instrumental and deepened students’ understanding of various theoretical concepts. I argue that a systematic inquiry into the process of learning through case studies is needed beyond discussing their effectiveness compared to traditional teaching.
"How Do I Fit?” Turkish Immigrant Children Navigating Social Relationships In Schooling Contexts, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
"How Do I Fit?” Turkish Immigrant Children Navigating Social Relationships In Schooling Contexts, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
No abstract provided.
Rethinking Third Space: Turkish Parents And Children Negotiating Culture, Identity And Schooling, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Rethinking Third Space: Turkish Parents And Children Negotiating Culture, Identity And Schooling, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
No abstract provided.
Education Of Young Burmese Refugees In Midwestern United States, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Education Of Young Burmese Refugees In Midwestern United States, Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
No abstract provided.
Thinking About The Earth, Sun And Moon: Urban Second Graders As Investigators., Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Thinking About The Earth, Sun And Moon: Urban Second Graders As Investigators., Zeynep Isik-Ercan
Zeynep Isik-Ercan
This study strove for the application of inquiry based learning based on the principles of a constructive classroom environment versus traditional teaching where the learners are silenced and only interacting with their teacher. The results indicated that when given the chance and support, culturally and linguistically diverse children can better utilize their abilities through the opportunities that the inquiry based learning provides such as independent and group learning processes, role taking, and having more choices.