24.01.2025 18:40
The Minister of National Education, Yusuf Tekin, who referred to the Türkiye Century Education Model, stated, "When children have difficulties nearby, we want them to read a Fatiha for the deceased, learn about condolences. We want them to visit the graves of their ancestors and grandfathers, read prayers, and learn these things. Are we doing something wrong?"
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Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin, who went to Elazığ to discuss various topics, first visited the Governorship. After signing the Governor's Honor Book, Tekin met with Governor Numan Hatipoğlu and received a briefing on the ongoing works in the city.
HE TALKED WITH STUDENTS AND THEIR GRANDPARENTS Later, Tekin visited Sürsürü Kindergarten, where an event aimed at teaching cultural and social values was held, and chatted with the students and their grandparents who attended the program.
"WE CHANGED THE CURRICULUM; WE WANT CHILDREN TO READ FATİHA AND LEARN" In his speech here, Minister Tekin recalled that they have implemented the Turkey Century Education Model and changed the curriculum. He explained that they want children to learn customs and traditions and take their grandparents and fathers as examples, stating: "(Opposition) They say 'Let them not learn.' I say, 'Let's officially include this in schools, and our teachers should teach it as part of the lesson.' The guys come out and say, 'You are reactionary.' I say, 'The Turkey Century Education Model is exactly this.' We want our children to learn their traditions, customs, and culture. We are not saying they should not learn other things. They will learn those too, but they should learn this so that this society can live together. When there is an earthquake or fire tomorrow, they can help each other. When someone is in trouble nearby, they should read a Fatiha for the deceased and learn condolences. We want them to go to the graves of their ancestors and grandparents, read prayers, and learn these things. Are we doing something bad? They criticize me on television every day for saying this. Children should first learn our language. How can we teach English or math to a child who cannot speak their language properly? We have started this. They even object to this. I say, 'Anatolia is behind me, say what you want.'
HE ATTENDED THE QUR'AN AND PRAYER PROGRAM FOR THOSE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES IN BOLU The grandparents of the students also expressed their support for the Turkey Century Education Model and thanked Minister Tekin. After the visit, Tekin, who performed Friday prayers at Hacı Mehmet Dumandağ Mosque, participated in the Qur'an and prayer program held for those who lost their lives in the earthquakes and the fire at the hotel in Bolu Kartalkaya Ski Center. Tekin and his companions later distributed hot soup to citizens outside the mosque.
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