An interdisciplinary perspective examination of secondary school science and social studies courses in the context of the Century of Türkiye Maarif Model

The New Education Model is an approach that aims to structure education programs in Turkey in accordance with the needs of the age. This study particularly examines how Science and Social Studies Courses can be addressed with an interdisciplinary perspective. The case study method was used in the study. This method is generally used to provide a better understanding of complex social, psychological, environmental or institutional processes. This method was chosen in order to provide detailed, contextual analysis, related inferences and suggestions between the Science Course Curriculum and the Social Studies Course Curriculum. Therefore, the Science Course Curriculum and the Social Studies Course Curriculum were examined according to document analysis and evaluations were made in terms of 21st Century Skills, holistic education approach, values education and interdisciplinary relations. Accordingly, while the Science Course focuses on the development of scientific skills, the Social Studies Course aims to provide social awareness and values. In the study, the specific aims and achievements of both courses were compared in detail; common themes such as environmental awareness, sustainability and sensitivity to global problems were emphasized. According to the findings of the study, the interdisciplinary approach increases students ability to understand complex problems and produce creative solutions. For example, a subject such as environmental pollution is addressed with its scientific aspects in the Science Course and with its social and economic effects in the Social Studies Course. The New Education Model aims to provide students with a broader perspective with such integrated approaches.