22.03.2026 14:42
A video of a teacher extending their feet wearing different socks towards students in a school in Üsküdar has drawn reactions. Although it was claimed that the footage was recorded for "Down Syndrome Awareness Day," users criticized the way the event was presented, stating that it was inappropriate.
Images recorded at a school in Üsküdar, Istanbul, have sparked widespread reactions on social media. The behavior exhibited by a teacher in the classroom has become a subject of criticism, despite claims that it was filmed as part of an awareness event.
According to the claim, the incident occurred during an event held on March 21, World Down Syndrome Awareness Day. As part of the event, the teacher and students aimed to convey a social awareness message by wearing "different socks." The events aimed to emphasize that "each of us is different but together forms a harmonious and beautiful whole."
HE EXTENDED HIS FEET TOWARDS THE STUDENTS
However, the images that surfaced on social media showed a teacher extending and shaking his feet, wearing different socks, towards the students from over the teacher's desk, which drew reactions.
CRITICISM FLOODED ON SOCIAL MEDIA
After the images spread, many users criticized the teacher's behavior in the classroom. Comments emerged stating that presenting an awareness event in this manner was not appropriate. Opinions were shared that educators' attitudes in the classroom environment should be more careful.
On the other hand, some users expressed that the purpose of the event was correct, but the way it was implemented sparked controversy.