Embracing Diversity in the Classroom: Teachers’ Perceptions on Culturally Responsive Classroom Practices in Türkiye

Creating culturally responsive learning environments stands as a pivotal objective for 21st-century classrooms to foster inclusive and equitable education. This phenomenological inquiry explores the perceptions and practices of classroom teachers regarding Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP) within...

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Published in:Education and urban society Vol. 57; no. 7; pp. 699 - 730
Main Authors: Mercan Kucukakın, Pınar, Yildirim Tasti, Ozlem, Cobanoglu, Rahime, Gokmenoglu, Tuba, Akcaoglu, Mustafa Ozturk
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.09.2025
SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC
Subjects:
21st century
Classroom Environment
Classroom practice
Classrooms
Content analysis
Cultural differences
Cultural Pluralism
Cultural sensitivity
Data analysis
Inclusive education
Interviews
Learning environment
Multiculturalism & pluralism
Perceptions
Professional development
Professional training
Public schools
Teacher education
Teachers
Teaching
Turkey
culturally responsive pedagogy
urban teachers
urban classroom
culturally responsive teacher
cultural diversity
ISSN:0013-1245, 1552-3535
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Summary:Creating culturally responsive learning environments stands as a pivotal objective for 21st-century classrooms to foster inclusive and equitable education. This phenomenological inquiry explores the perceptions and practices of classroom teachers regarding Culturally Responsive Pedagogy (CRP) within the educational context of Türkiye. To this end, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 teachers purposefully selected from public schools in Gaziantep, a city notable for its increased cultural diversity in the country. Content analysis was utilized for data analysis. The following themes emerged in the study: Barriers to Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy Practices. The findings indicate that, although there are instances of culturally responsive practices being implemented and positive perceptions of CRP among educators, substantial challenges persist in integrating CRP effectively within classroom settings. The study highlights the need for effective professional development and teacher training focused on CRP.
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ISSN:0013-1245
1552-3535
DOI:10.1177/00131245251334358