GCSE Turkish OCR

This subject is broken down into 28 topics in 4 modules:

  1. Identity and culture 6 topics
  2. Local area, holiday, and travel 8 topics
  3. School 6 topics
  4. Future aspirations, study, and work 8 topics
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Turkish

Identity and culture

Relationships

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Relationships

Turkish Family and Peer Relationships

  • Turkish society is strongly family-oriented. Generations often live together in the same home or nearby, making family a central theme of Turkish identity and culture.
  • Respect for elders is a fundamental principle in Turkish culture. The words "abi" for older brother and "abla" for older sister are used not just for siblings, but also for older relatives and close family friends.
  • The concept of "mahalle" (neighbourhood/community) is important in understanding social relationships in Turkey. The neighbourhood is often seen as an extended family.

Friendship and Courtesies in Turkish Culture

  • Friendship is highly valued in Turkish society. Turks often have large circles of friends and spend a great deal of time socialising.
  • Turkish people are renowned for their hospitality. Guests are treated with utmost respect and are often offered the best of everything.
  • The phrase "hoş geldiniz" is an important Turkish greeting meaning "welcome", highlighting the importance of hospitality ingrained in the culture.

Turkish Religious and Hierarchical Relationships

  • The main religion in Turkey is Islam. It informs many aspects of identity and culture, including interpersonal relationships, social norms and practices.
  • Social hierarchy plays a significant role in Turkish social structure. It's considered important to show respect for those in positions of authority, including elders, teachers, and bosses.
  • The phrases "efendim" (sir/madam) and "sayın" (honourable) are commonly used to show respect to others, especially those higher in the social hierarchy.

Romantic and Marriage Relationships

  • In traditional Turkish culture, marriages often involved matchmaking or arranged unions, but in modern day Turkey, people generally get married for love.
  • Many Turkish weddings follow the Islamic tradition of nikah, a wedding ceremony conducted by a religious official or imam.
  • With urbanisation and western influence, the dynamic in romantic relationships has evolved but family approval remains highly valued in marriage decisions.

Relationships in Turkish Language

  • The Turkish language reflects the significance of relationships in its linguistic structure. There are different forms of 'you' (sen and siz) used based on familiarity, respect and formality.
  • Turkish has many kinship terms to indicate specific family relationships beyond just 'aunt', 'uncle', 'grandmother', and 'grandfather'.
  • The use of affectionate nicknames or terms of endearment like "canım" (my life) and "sevgilim" (my love) are common, further emphasizing the warmth in Turkish relationships.

Course material for Turkish, module Identity and culture, topic Relationships

Turkish

School

School types

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School Types

State Schools

  • Known as Devlet Okulları in Turkish.
  • Most common type of school in Turkey, accounting for the majority of the country's educational institutions.
  • Funded by the government and education is free.
  • Curriculum is set by the Ministry of National Education (Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı).

Private Schools

  • Turkish equivalent is Özel Okulları.
  • Privately funded and may have different fee structures.
  • Generally offer a broader range of subjects and extra-curricular activities compared to state schools.
  • Required to follow the national curriculum, but have more freedom in how they deliver it.

Imam Hatip Schools

  • Known as İmam Hatip Okulları in Turkish.
  • Religious Vocational Schools that were originally established to educate religious leaders, teachers and preachers.
  • Apart from the core curriculum, these schools provide additional religious education.

International Schools

  • Termed as Uluslararası Okullar in Turkish.
  • Mainly cater to foreign residents and expatriates, but Turkish students may also attend.
  • Curriculums and teaching methods may follow that of the home country of the school.

Vocational and Technical Schools

  • Termed as Mesleki ve Teknik Okullar in Turkish.
  • Provide technical training and education for various industries, such as mechanics, electronics, and hospitality.
  • Aimed at students who wish to pursue a specific career path.

Scoring and Grades

  • In Turkey, grading system follows a numeric format (0 to 100).
  • A grade below 50 is usually considered a fail (Kaldı).
  • Grades from 85 to 100 are considered very good (Çok İyi), 70 to 84 is good (İyi), and 50 to 69 is satisfactory/adequate (Orta).

Read and review these points carefully as understanding the Turkish schooling system, different types of schools, and the country's grading system is important for your Turkish language proficiency level and cultural knowledge. Learn the Turkish names and context for these terms.

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