Noticeable Behavioral Differences Observed in Turkish Students Following Online Education

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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant changes in educational practices globally, with many countries, including Turkey, adopting online education due to the "stay at home" directive. This sudden shift posed challenges for children, who missed out on socialization, interaction with teachers and peers, and engagement in learning. A recent study from Yildiz Technical University examines the effects of online education on the behaviors of Turkish students.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study found that staying at home for nearly two years resulted in noticeable behavioral patterns among Turkish students, including changes in discipline, cognitive skills, social skills, motor skills, emotional skills, digital addiction, and personality traits.
  • The research suggests that the type and frequency of these behaviors observed in students may be associated with the shift to online education following the suspension of face-to-face learning due to COVID-19.
  • Factors such as reduced peer interaction, diminished social engagement, and a lack of communication and interaction are considered to have played a significant role in these behavioral changes.
  • The study found differences in behaviors across different educational levels, indicating that online education may have a more pronounced impact on younger students.
  • The researchers suggest that the findings of this study have implications for policymakers, educators, and parents in understanding the effects of online education on children's behavioral development.

Statistics:

  • The study followed a qualitative phenomenological design, with a study group selected through criterion sampling.
  • Data saturation was achieved during the analysis process, indicating that the sample size was sufficient to capture the intended themes and categories.
  • The research identified a total of 7 categories of behavioral patterns: discipline, cognitive skills, social skills, motor skills, emotional skills, digital addiction, and personality traits.
  • The study found that 80% of participants exhibited noticeable changes in behavioral patterns following the shift to online education.

Sources:

  • Noticeable Behavioral Differences Observed in Turkish Students Following Online Education. (2025). Behavioral Sciences, 15(4), 554. (Behavioral Sciences - http://www.mdpi.com/journal/behavsci).
  • MDPI AG. Behavioral Sciences, 2025.
  • NewsRx. New Findings in COVID-19 Described from Yildiz Technical University (Noticeable Behavioral Differences Observed in Turkish Students Following Online Education). Medical Letter on the CDC & FDA. May 18, 2025; p 192.