Foundational Education of Primary-Level Refugee Students

This book comprehensively explores the educational experiences of refugee students in primary schools, specifically addressing literacy, mathematics, and science skills through innovative teaching methods, including artificial intelligence, coding, and drama-based etc. approaches. Embracing a skill-based learning, the book is enriched with practical applications designed to enhance essential skills among refugee learners effectively. Drawing upon the extensive expertise of contributing authors, each chapter provides in-depth analyses of various dimensions of refugee education, offering valuable insights into targeted pedagogical strategies. Chapters conclude with illustrative activities specifically designed for refugee students, accompanied by detailed evaluations of their outcomes. These activities are not merely theoretical; they are purposefully structured to ensure applicability and adaptability within diverse global educational contexts. This book serves as an essential resource for teacher candidates, educators, researchers, and academics specializing in refugee education and general pedagogy, combining rigorous theoretical perspectives with actionable, real-world strategies.

Muhammed Serhat Semerciölu holds a bachelor's degree in primary school teaching and a doctoral degree in collaboration literacy education for primary students and is currently working as an assistant professor and department head at the Department of Social Work (refugee children) at Gümü-hane University, Türkiye. He has published more than 20 articles in national and international journals/books and presented numerous papers at domestic and international scientific meetings. His research interests include primary school education, refugee education, first literacy teaching, and the professional skills of primary school teachers. His book, titled "Everything Starts with the Family," which focuses on disadvantaged children and their families, was selected as the best educational book of the year in 2022.
Ahmet O-uz Akçay is an associate professor of primary education at Eski-ehir Osmangazi University, E-kisehir, Türkiye. He received his B.A. in primary education from Selçuk University, Konya, Türkiye. He was awarded a full scholarship by the Turkish Ministry of National Education to pursue a master's and doctoral degree in primary education in the United States. He completed his Master's degree in curriculum instruction at the University of Texas, USA. Dr. Akçay earned his doctorate at Duquesne University in the United States in 2016. Throughout his time in graduate school, he actively engaged in various projects and worked as a researcher, primarily focusing on teacher professional development in mathematics teaching. His research focuses on mathematics education (for primary school students and refugee children), STEM education, technology integration, teacher preparation, and teacher education.