From Editor

Dear Readers,

Welcome to the June 2025 issue of the Anatolian Turkish Journal of Education. In this issue, we present important research and analyses in the field of education. Each of these works contributes significantly to educational advancements and innovations.

In the first study featured in this issue, the focus is on how the indigenous knowledge of communities living around Mount Slamet in Central Java, Indonesia, can be integrated into geography education for disaster preparedness. The research highlights that local traditions and sites have the potential to enhance community resilience against natural disasters.

The second study investigates the impact of artistic activities in teaching the "Matter and Industry" unit in 8th-grade science classes. The findings reveal that incorporating visual arts and educational songs into science instruction positively contributes to students’ academic achievement and holistic development.

The third study explores the influence of social media use and Islamic Religious Education (PAI) instruction on students’ perceptions of religious moderation. The results indicate that tolerance-based digital content and interactive religious education methods together help foster more inclusive and moderate attitudes among students.

In the fourth study, the impact of a technology-assisted instructional model designed to develop critical thinking skills is evaluated. Conducted with pre-service elementary mathematics teachers, the study shows that transformation geometry-based practices significantly enhance critical thinking tendencies.

The fifth study examines the experiences of teacher education program graduates who work abroad. Through narrative analysis, the research provides valuable insights into how undergraduate programs prepare teachers for international educational environments.

The sixth study provides a comparative analysis of the training and appointment processes of school principals in high-performing PISA countries such as China (Shanghai) and Singapore. The study aims to offer recommendations for structuring similar processes in Turkey.

The seventh study reviews postgraduate theses on classroom management in primary education in Turkey between 2016 and 2024. The findings indicate that most of the studies are quantitative in nature, conducted with teachers, and frequently utilize scales as data collection tools.

The eighth study examines the relationship between industrial engineering students’ academic self-efficacy and their attitudes toward the engineering profession. The results reveal a statistically significant positive relationship between the two variables, offering useful data for guidance practices.

The last study uses a meta-analysis approach to evaluate the impact of various mathematics interventions on number sense skills among preschool children in Turkey. The findings show that such interventions have a strong positive effect on the development of number sense.

We hope you enjoy reading these studies and that they provide you with inspiration and valuable insights into the field of education.

Sincerely,

Editor

Anatolian Turkish Journal of Education

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