Our vision is to raise qualified teachers who research, who are proactive, and have national and global ethical values, social sensitivity, and responsibility.
| Program Qualifications | Mission: Educating Qualified Individuals | Mission: Leading Scientific Studies | Vision: Leadership in the Field and International Recognition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge | |||
| Has knowledge about the basic concepts, relationships between concepts, and approaches in the field of English language teaching. | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Has knowledge of teaching programs, teaching strategies, methods, and techniques, measurement, and evaluation in the field of English language teaching. | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Has knowledge of students’ development, learning characteristics, and difficulties. | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Discusses the methods related to the production of scientific knowledge and has knowledge of monitoring, evaluating, and applying new studies. | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Recognizes national and international cultures and the relationship between language education and culture. | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Has knowledge about the nature, source, limits, accuracy, reliability, and validity of knowledge. | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Skills | |||
| Evaluates the concepts and relationships between concepts related to the field of English language education. | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Analyzes concepts and processes related to the field of English language teaching, uses scientific methods and techniques, interprets and evaluates data. | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Develops the ability to identify and analyze problems related to the field of English language teaching and to produce solutions based on evidence and research. | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Applies the most appropriate teaching strategies, methods, and techniques in the field of English language teaching, taking into account students’ developmental characteristics, individual differences, and learning styles. | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Effectively uses tools, materials, and educational technologies appropriate to the subject area and students’ level of readiness and develops materials. | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Evaluates students’ achievements in a multidimensional way with different methods. | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Competencies: Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility | |||
| Takes responsibility in individual or group studies designed to solve problems encountered in the field of English language teaching and fulfills the task effectively. | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Develops leadership qualities and continuously contributes to school management processes. | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Recognizes himself/herself as an individual; uses his/her creativity and strengths and improves his/her weaknesses. | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Competencies: Learning Competencies | |||
| Identifies his/her deficiencies and learning needs in the field of English language education and directs his/her learning. | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills with a critical approach. | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Develops a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Uses effective methods to access information. | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Competencies: Communication and Social Competencies | |||
| Actively participates in artistic and cultural activities. | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Expresses his/her ideas and suggestions for solutions to problems in the field of English language education through quantitative and qualitative methods. Shares with experts and non-experts by supporting them with data. | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Plans and implements professional projects and activities for the social environment with the awareness of social responsibility. | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Uses information and communication technologies effectively. | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Follows the developments in the field and communicates with colleagues by using at least one foreign language at the level of European Language Portfolio B1. | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Competencies: Field-Specific Competencies | |||
| Acts in accordance with democracy, human rights, social, scientific, and professional ethical values. | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Establishes personal and institutional interaction in order to create and maintain a safe school environment. | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Is aware of the national and universal sensitivities expressed in the Basic Law of National Education. | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Sets an example to society with their appearance, attitude, demeanor, and behavior. | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Lives in different cultures and adapts to social life. | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| As an individual, acts in accordance with the laws, regulations, and legislation regarding the duties, rights, and responsibilities related to the field of English education. | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| 1: Very Low 2: Low 3: Medium 4: High 5: Very High | |||
To train competent English teachers and researchers who are equipped with contemporary knowledge and skills in the field of foreign language teaching, have advanced English proficiency, can use technology effectively, can establish interdisciplinary connections, have scientific, critical and creative thinking skills, adopt lifelong learning as a principle.
About Us
The Department of English Language Teaching consists of 1 professor, 3 assistant professors, and 2 research assistants. The Department of English Language Teaching offers courses at the undergraduate level. Students enrolled in these programs continue the preparatory program when necessary after their language proficiency level is determined.