The Role of Organizational Values in Educational Institutions: A Systematic Review

Abstract

This study presents a systematic analysis of graduate theses on organizational values registered in the Turkish Higher Education Council (YÖK) Thesis Center between 2010 and 2024. A total of 11 theses were examined in terms of their methodological features, thematic trends, and practical implications. Findings show that all theses used quantitative methods, with most conducted at the master's level. The most frequently used measurement tools were the Organizational Values Scales developed by Yılmaz (2007) and Akhan-Çağırtekin & Aküzüm (2020). Thematic analysis revealed that the studies primarily focused on school climate and school image. Key recommendations include developing strategies for strengthening organizational values by school administrators, expanding in-service training for teachers, and incorporating organizational value indicators into Ministry of National Education policies. The study highlights the limited use of qualitative and mixed methods and calls for greater methodological diversity in future research. The findings are expected to contribute to evidence-based policies aimed at improving organizational values in educational institutions.