There are more than 2.7 million Syrian refugees living in Turkey (BMZ, 2016). Since more than half of Syrian refugees in Turkey are children (Yavcan & el Ghali, 2017), the high number of refugees is placing demands on public institutions. Several temporary systems for providing education are in place, but only a small part of children enrolled into educational programs attend regular schools. Providing access to education, therefore proves to be a major challenge for policy makers in Turkey. This report explores the situation in Eastern Turkey, with a focus on policies, which are contrasted with German integration policies and reference points from Berlin and Munich.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- BACKGROUND OF THE ISSUE
- CONSEQUENCES OF THE SYRIAN WAR
- THE CHALLENGE OF PROVIDING EDUCATION TO REFUGEE CHILDREN
- EDUCATIONAL POLICIES
- THEORETICAL INTRODUCTION
- TURKEY
- GERMANY
- CASE STUDIES
- THE SITUATION AT SCHOOL IN EASTERN TURKEY
- INTEGRATION OF REFUGEES IN BERLIN, JENA AND MUNICH (GERMANY)
- CONCLUSION AND PERSPECTIVES
- SHORT BIOGRAPHY OF AUTHOR
- REFERENCES
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This analysis examines the challenges of providing education to Syrian refugee children in Turkey, comparing the situation to that of Germany, with a particular focus on integration policies. The research aims to identify potential areas for policy improvement in Turkey regarding refugee education.
- The impact of the Syrian war on the education of Syrian refugee children
- The challenges and opportunities of integrating Syrian refugee children into the Turkish and German education systems
- The role of policies in providing education to Syrian refugee children
- The importance of cultural sensitivity in refugee education
- The need for a holistic approach to refugee integration, including education, employment, and social integration
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The paper introduces the critical issue of providing education to Syrian refugee children in Turkey and presents the research question: what are opportunities for policy improvement in Turkey when facing the current issues of providing Syrian refugee children with education?
- Background of the Issue: This chapter outlines the Syrian civil war's consequences, including displacement and the resulting pressures on Turkey's resources and infrastructure. The chapter explores the legal status of Syrian refugees in Turkey and discusses the importance of education as a fundamental human right.
- Consequences of the Syrian War: This chapter examines the lasting impact of the Syrian war, including the loss of life, displacement, and the resulting burden on Turkey's resources.
- The Challenge of Providing Education to Refugee Children: This chapter explores the challenges of providing education to refugee children in Turkey. It presents statistics on the number of school-aged Syrian children and discusses the challenges of providing education within refugee camps, non-formal education programs, and the integration into regular schools.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This research explores key themes of refugee education, integration policies, intercultural understanding, educational access, and the challenges of providing education in a multicultural context. It delves into the complexities of providing education to Syrian refugee children in Turkey, analyzing existing policies and drawing comparisons to German integration models. Specific focus areas include the impact of the Syrian war, challenges in providing education in refugee camps and regular schools, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in educational settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current situation of Syrian refugee children in Turkey?
There are over 2.7 million Syrian refugees in Turkey, more than half of whom are children. Providing access to education for this large population remains a significant challenge for Turkish policy makers.
How does this report compare refugee education in Turkey and Germany?
The report contrasts educational policies and integration strategies in Eastern Turkey with German models used in cities like Berlin, Jena, and Munich.
What are the main barriers to education for refugee children in Turkey?
Key challenges include the pressure on public institutions, the reliance on temporary systems, and the low enrollment of refugee children in regular, formal schools compared to non-formal programs.
Why is cultural sensitivity important in refugee education?
Cultural sensitivity is crucial for successful integration, ensuring that educational environments are inclusive and effective for children coming from a different multicultural context.
What are the consequences of the Syrian war on education mentioned in the text?
The war has led to mass displacement, loss of life, and immense pressure on the resources and infrastructure of host countries, making the fundamental human right to education difficult to uphold.
What policy improvements does the research suggest for Turkey?
The research aims to identify areas where Turkey can improve its policies by adopting a holistic approach that includes not just education, but also employment and social integration.
- Quote paper
- Lea Gathen (Author), 2019, Providing education to Syrian refugee children. An analysis of policies and the situation in Eastern Turkey in comparison to Germany, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/459320
