Fen Bilimleri Öğretmenlerinin Genetiği Değiştirilmiş Organizmalar Hakkındaki Görüşlerinin Belirlenmesi

Abstract

In this study, it was aimed to determine the opinions of science teachers about genetically modified products (GMO). A descriptive survey model was used. The study group consists of 26 science teachers who teach in public schools and private schools in Istanbul. 7 open-ended questions were prepared to determine the opinions of teachers about GMO products. The data collection phase was carried out in a single stage without any intervention by the teachers and the written answers of the teachers were taken with the help of open-ended questions. In the analysis of the data, content analysis was used from qualitative research techniques. Frequency values were calculated by creating themes and codes. In order to ensure the reliability of the study, data were also examined by a field expert and reliability calculation was performed by using Miles and Huberman's (1994) reliability formula. In the study, it was concluded that the teachers have information about the definition of GMOs, that they create negative thoughts against GMOs and that they negatively affect child nutrition were determined and recommendations were made.