Science Teachers' Perspectives on SDG4

This study investigates the perspectives of science teachers on SDG4. A qualitative research method based on phenomenological design was used, which involved understanding the lived experiences of the science teachers. In this study, criterion and easily accessible sampling, which are purposeful sampling strategies frequently used in qualitative research, were used together to determine the study group. In this context, the study was conducted with six science teachers who work in a province in the Central Anatolia region of Türkiye. A semi-structured interview form was utilized as a data collection tool, and three interview questions were posed. Before the research analysis process, the audio interview recordings made with the participants' permission were converted into written text. Then, the obtained data were analyzed using descriptive and content analysis techniques. The study initially analyzed science teachers' perspectives on the quality education, finding that quality was linked to the purpose and process of education and teacher competencies. Subsequently, the criteria for achieving SDG4 were evaluated, considering various factors related to students, the educational environment, teachers' professional competence, and the curriculum. Finally, the study examined teachers' views on using information and communication technologies (ICT) in education, revealing a balanced perspective on the advantages and disadvantages. The study also presented its limitations and recommendations, suggesting that future research should include the perspectives of students, parents, and school administrators for a more comprehensive understanding.