Comparative analysis of educational programs of Kazakhstan and Turkey (The case of “Social pedagogy and self-cognition” and “Guidance and psychological counseling”)

Abstract

Educational programs in the area of social pedagogical training are a matter of importance. The aim of this research is to compare the educational programs of “Social pedagogy and self-cognition” department of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University and “Guidance and psychological counseling” department of Gazi University. On the basis of two educational programmers, qualification characteristics of graduates were analyzed, competencies as well as compulsory and elective disciplines conducted during the course was discussed. Since this study is a comparative research the qualitative methods were used. Data were collected through document analysis technique. The analyzed materials were based on two educational programs and other related resources. The social pedagogy and self-knowledge specialists in Kazakhstan and the Guidance and Psychological Counseling Services in Turkey carry out training and social adaptation activities directly with people. They work in educational institutions, public and non-government institutions, health care organizations, social protection organizations and rehabilitation centers. Professional activities of both specialties aim at supporting social assistance.