Sınıf Öğretmenlerinin Afet Risk Yönetimine Yönelik Görüşlerinin İncelenmesi (An Examination of Classroom Teachers' Perspectives on Disaster Risk Management)

Abstract

Societies that demonstrate disaster awareness and resilience tend to survive disasters with minimal damage, while those that lack awareness and preparedness for such events are more likely to suffer significant losses. It is therefore essential to cultivate and raise awareness of disasters in order to identify and eliminate potential risks or mitigate their effects. In this sense, it is essential to first develop disaster preparedness and mitigating measures. This research aims to investigate the views of classroom teachers on disaster risk management. The research adopted a phenomenological pattern as a qualitative research approach. The study group consisted of 55 classroom teachers working in the city center of Bitlis during the academic year 2022-2023. An easily accessible sampling method was used to select the participants. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview form with 12 questions, and descriptive and content analysis methods were used to analyze the data. The findings suggest that most classroom teachers lack sufficient knowledge about the concept of disaster risk management and the stages involved in the process. In addition, most classroom teachers do not conduct risk and hazard analyses in their schools as part of the disaster risk management framework. The research showed that classroom teachers do not volunteer in disaster related institutions and organizations and need to prepare for potential disasters.