ENHANCING SCHOOL-AGE CARE ENVIRONMENTS THROUGH POSITIVE INTERACTIONS

Abstract

This research is devoted to the implementation of the School Educational Environment Rating Scale (SACERS) in Almaty schools, a project approved as a state initiative of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2023-2025. The research aims to describe the SACERS scale, which includes 48 indicators assessed on a 7-point scale and allows for evaluation of the educational environment that promotes the development of students. Research method: In this research work, a mixed method. The quantitative component included bibliometric analysis data operations using R Studio software (version 2023.3.1.446) and a Google Forms survey administered to 99 students aged 10-13. The qualitative component involved semi-structured interviews with staff, parents, and teachers, in observations, focused on the “Interactions” subscales (27-34) of the SACERS scale. Integrating the findings with broader educational research, this analysis allowed for a detailed assessment of Almaty’s school environment. A comparison of Schools A and B revealed strong disciplinary norms, positive peer interactions, and effective communication between teachers and students. These results emphasize the importance of such elements in creating a positive school environment that promotes learners’s holistic development and global achievement.

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