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1. First double click on the wall and when the first box appears choose three dots.
2. When you see the options, you can choose either a film or a voice recording that introduces you.
3. You can click on the download button and upload a picture or text from your laptop.
We all look forward to meeting you!

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Wow! What a fascinating group! Welcome to you all

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Wow! What a fascinating group! Welcome to you all

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I am the supervisor of the course and have been very fortunate to work with our talented team of tutors. I wish you all a great journey =)) DKE

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Hi everyone! I'm thrilled to welcome you to the course. I'm one of your tutors and the course developer. I've been teaching at Sabancı University since 2003 - and honestly, each new course still feels exciting. This one's extra special: it's our very firstSLTeDOL course. I've been designing online learning experiences for a long time and here are the links to the site and the app: useful web tools and resources that support teaching and learning, and an AI-powered app I’m currently developing! Lately, I’ve been exploiting AI tools to enhance teaching and learning, and we've incorporated some to the VTL25 course.

I hope you’ll enjoy the experience and have fun along the way.

Thanks for being here with us. Let’s make it a great learning journey!

Thanks to Chat GPT for the hair style

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Hello everyone. I'm the Director of the School of Languages at SU. I am very proud of my colleagues for setting up this online course and I am really excited about and I am really excited about facilitating session 1 The Importance and Role of Vocabulary and running session 5, the Lexical Approach. I am looking forward to working together with you and I wish all of us a great learning experience.

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Hello to you all from a proud METU graduate 😊
I would just like to say that I am really excited about the program and working with you all. We will be together during session 6. Looking forward to meeting you all! 🤩

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Sharon was involved in the development of the VTL course and was one of the tutors in the VTL19 and VTL 20 courses. We're grateful for her contributions!

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Hello from Züleyha & Welcome on board :)

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Hello from Züleyha & Welcome on board :)

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Welcome to our course! I'm absolutely delighted to be one of the tutors for this journey together.

A bit about me: I'm an English language instructor at Sabancı University. I'm passionate about fostering learner autonomy and creating inclusive, engaging learning environments. My current work explores the use of generative AI tools in teaching practices.

I'm genuinely excited to learn alongside all of you and to see the diverse perspectives and experiences you'll bring to our discussions. Please reach out with any questions - I'm here to support you every step of the way!

Looking forward to a fantastic learning experience together!

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Hi, this is Başak 🙋🏼‍♀️ I’ve been a teacher for 24 years and currently I am teaching at Enka Schools. I have always benefited from the courses provided by your team and I have missed them so much. Hoping to learn from you more and more 🙏🏻🫶🏻

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Hi everyone. I’m Hasret. For the past 18 years, I’ve worked as an English teacher, department head, and curriculum designer, creating innovative programs that make learning meaningful and fun. I am currently working at Kadir Has University prep school as an English instructor and a Student Coach. I’m thrilled to join this course and connect with fellow educators who share a passion for empowering students.

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Hello everyone. I’m Ömer and I’m currently working at Kadir Has University SFL, teaching English preparatory courses at various levels. I’m looking forward to gaining new insights about vocabulary teaching and learning through this course.

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Hello everyone, from the Sultanate of Oman, specifically from Sultan Qaboos University. My name is Sonia Achour, A Tunisian EFL lecturer resident in Oman.

I have been teaching EFL for more than 30 years. I hold an M.A. in TESOL from Leeds University. Academic writing, learner autonomy, and student motivation are my interests. Apart from being an IELTS and soft skills trainer, I also get involved in some community work to assist special needs students or students with learning difficulties. I'm excited to be a part of this SL-TeDOL course and to get the opportunity to network with other practitioners in the ELT field.

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Hi everyone, I’m Şule, currently working as an English instructor at Kadir Has University prep school & teaching various levels of students. I love creating activities to make learning easier and more fun. I’m also passionate about history and culture, which brought the idea of creating a field trip club for our students this semester to both increase their historical knowledge and improve their speaking skills.

I’m really looking forward to learning new strategies here and sharing experiences with you 🙂

See y'all online

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Hello everyone! My name is Meryem, and I have been teaching EFL for 10 years. I teach at FSMVU's Modern Languages unit, where we offer academic English and ESP courses to various departments, from aviation to interior architecture. I completed my MA in ELT and am now working on my PhD dissertation in ELT. Fun fact: I took a historico-linguistics course during my bachelor's years in Poland, and I love trying to read medieval English :) I believe this course will help me better equip myself with different vocabulary teaching strategies that I can share with my students. Wishing everyone a successful training! :)

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My name is Ilayda and I’m 25 years old. I am working as an EFL instructor at Marmara University School of Foreign Languages and also currently working on my MA thesis. One fun fact about me is that I love learning new languages and about languages as well. These days, I’m trying to learn Italian. I am quite excited to participate in this journey. This will be my first time with Sabanci Team.

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Hi everyone, this is Merve. I've been teaching English for 10 years and I'm currently working in the Academic English program at Acıbadem University. I'm quite interested in exploring ways to make vocabulary teaching more meaningful and engaging for students. Looking forward to learning from you all.

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Hello everyone! My name is Eda, and I currently work as an English instructor in the Department of Basic English at Middle East Technical University. I’m excited to get to know you all and learn together. Having examined the course calendar, I feel both grateful and thrilled to be part of such a meticulously prepared program.

As a lecturer with 9 years of experience, I consider vocabulary teaching one of the most essential and rewarding aspects of language instruction. I really like the analogy that grammar is the glue, while vocabulary is the building blocks, and I believe this course will help us strengthen those blocks in harmony.

One fun fact about me is that I managed to teach seven words to one of my cats though the other one still needs more practice! 😄 I’m looking forward to developing more effective ways of teaching vocabulary and managing classroom time better. Happy to share this learning journey with you!

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I currently work at Kadir Has University, with a research focus on the cognitive processes underlying language learning. Thank you for this opportunity.

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Hello everyone!

My name is Beğen, and I’m an instructor at Sabancı University, where I’ve been teaching for the past 9 years. Altogether, I have over 20 years of experience as an English Language Instructor, working with learners of different backgrounds.

One fun fact about me: I’m also a passionate public speaker and debater have given two TEDx talks! I love inspiring people through stories and helping others find their voice.

I’m really excited to be part of this course and to learn from all of you.

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Hi everyone, I’m Gülşah. I am working at Kadir Has University SFL. This is my second year teaching university students; before that, I spent two years teaching at primary school. I am also working on my MA thesis at Yıldız Technical University. I truly love teaching and enjoy creating both effective and engaging learning experiences for my students. I’m very excited to learn from such valuable colleagues and further enhance my teaching.

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Hello everyone! My name is Yeşim. I have been teaching English for more than 15 years. I'm currently working as an English instructor at FSMVU's Prep School, and writing my master's thesis in ELT. I am really excited to participate in this course. Thank you for this oppotunity.

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This is John from FSMVÜ prep school. Looking forward to a great course!

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Hello everyone! I'm Delfin, and I am 25 years old. I have been teaching at FMV Erenköy Işık Schools for the past three years, and alongside my teaching career, I am pursuing a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Marmara University. I am passionate about exploring innovative ways to enhance language learning, especially in the area of vocabulary teaching. Joining SLTeDOL-VTL 25 is an exciting opportunity for me to grow professionally, exchange ideas, and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. I truly look forward to this journey of discovery and reflection together.

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Hello - my name is Anita Tjan. I'm an American working at the prep and department English program at TOBB University in Ankara. One of my hobbies is using art journalling as a reflective practice. In the photo is a page from reflecting on and saying good bye to summer.

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Hello all, I’m Ece. I graduated with 3.83 GPA two years ago and throughout all this period, I led international and in-house projects (integrating AI and all 17 UN Sustainable Goals) and worked with the school leaders, Foreign Languages Department coordinators, and teachers across TED Schools.

I am a PPC Councillor of TESOL Turkiye, and a member of both TEDSIG and LAMSIG there.

I am a part of Oxford University’s AI in Education Research Hub where my very-first proposal has been approved. I have been invited as a speaker at Oxford. Also, I met professionals holding a Nobel Prize and the World’s top 2% of professors there.

I completed the SIT TESOL course successfully as a RELO Scholar.

I am doing my MA studies at TED University, and being directly guided by the former Dean of our faculty and respected professors in the field of educational leadership. Also, I am participating in events by UNESCO and its executive directors.

Joining SLTeDOL GTL-24 was wonderful, and I am looking forward to growing with this amazing community throughout SLTeDOL GTL-25 journey! 🚀 🚀🚀

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Hello everyone, I'm Gökhan. I have been teaching English for 13 years at Anadolu University. I'm interested in language teacher cognition and passionate about discovering ways to integrate artificial intelligence into my teaching practice. Much excited to be here, exploring ways to teach vocabulary more effectively with y'all!

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Back for VTL25 – Greetings from Arev (Kadir Has University)

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Back for VTL25 – Greetings from Arev (Kadir Has University)

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Hello fellow ELT enthusiasts and vocabulary lovers,

My name is Arev Babahan. I have been teaching English for over 10 years at Kadir Has University School of Foreign Languages, English Preparatory Program, across various levels. I am a returning participant of this course (VTL19) and am excited to refresh my knowledge and broaden my horizons with the advent of AI, as well as benefit from your valuable contributions in this collaborative learning environment.

Building on the outcomes of VTL19, I conducted an action research project on the vocabulary learning habits of lower-level English learners, seeking to identify a correlation between the development of effective vocabulary learning habits and vocabulary retention by tracking their performance in quizzes and exam sections. I shared these findings in a seminar at my institution and later presented them at the 15th METU International ELT Conference and the 3rd ITU International ELT Conference in 2024.

I look forward to this year’s VTL course and to learning together with all of you.

See you soon!

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Hello my name is Elif. I've been a teacher for 10 years. I started out in early childhood education but for the last couple years have been teaching English to young learners. I'm taking this course to learn about how to better teach vocabulary to my students.

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Hello everyone,

I am a Senior Instructor at the Centre for Preparatory Studies, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman, with over 24 years of dedicated experience in higher education. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from the University of Jordan, a Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Practice in Higher Education from Coventry University, and the CELTA from Cambridge University. Throughout my career, I have cultivated expertise in English language teaching, academic development, and innovative pedagogical practice. My passion for fostering meaningful learning experiences is reflected in my research interests, which focus on learner autonomy and student socio-academic rapport.

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Hello dear teachers,

My name is Zeinab Al Khshali, and I am a senior English language instructor at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman. I have been teaching for more than 24 years in both academic and non-academic settings, and I truly enjoy supporting learners on their journey. I completed my MA in Linguistics at Auckland University in New Zealand, and over the years, I have had the chance to design curricula, create teaching materials, and contribute to language assessment.

I especially enjoy lessons that are engaging and inclusive, and I have worked closely with students who have special educational needs, particularly in preparing them for exams. I am passionate about English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics, and I am really excited to learn from this course and grow further.

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Hi everyone

I am Neetu. For nearly 3 decades, I have been teaching English to students of various levels in many different countries. I believe that the road to becoming a better teacher is in being a great learner. I am excited about the course.

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Hello everyone, I am NurBanu Karaman from Abdullah Gul University. I have been teaching English for about 12 years. I feel excited to be a part of this training because it gives me the chance not only to learn from experts but also to share experiences and ideas with other teachers. I am looking forward growing both personally and professionally through this course and taking inspiration back to my students. See you all soon.

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My name is Ayşe Kalyon, and I am an English instructor at Istanbul Technical University with over seventeen years of teaching experience in higher education. I hold a BA in English Language Teaching from Eastern Mediterranean University and have completed both the CELTA (2015, Bournemouth) and ICELT (2017) to enhance my teaching practice. I have also recently completed my master’s thesis, which focuses on the integration of AI-powered tools, particularly ChatGPT, into English language teaching and learning. In my research, I explored how technology can foster learner autonomy and engagement within the framework of Vygotsky’s social constructivism and the Zone of Proximal Development, positioning AI as a virtual peer and facilitator. I am also passionate about presenting and sharing knowledge; I have delivered talks and presentations at METU, Bahçeşehir Cyprus University, and Eastern Mediterranean University. Beyond my professional interests, I am deeply enthusiastic about literature, philosophy, writing, and exploring the works of different painters and authors, which continuously inspire my teaching and research. Over the years, I have developed a particular interest in vocabulary teaching and learning strategies, especially in relation to digital tools and data-driven approaches. I am excited to join this course to deepen my understanding of effective vocabulary instruction, explore innovative classroom practices, and exchange ideas with fellow educators. My ultimate goal is to integrate evidence-based vocabulary teaching techniques into my courses and support my students in becoming more confident, independent users of English.

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Hi everyone, I am Elif. I have been teaching English at various levels for 16 years. Currently, I teach at BAU Prep School. I am also doing my second master's degree at BAU in ELT. I am very excited to be a part of this group. See you soon :)

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Hi everyone! I’m Rouhollah, currently teaching English at Üsküdar University. I’ve been working in different universities and institutions for over 15 years, and I’m really passionate about helping students build higher-order thinking skills and become more autonomous learners. I’m also fascinated by how educational technology and AI can make language learning more engaging. A fun fact about me is that I’m always looking for unusual ways to teach vocabulary; sometimes it’s a meme, sometimes a short story, sometimes even a riddle. I’m excited to share ideas with you all and to discover new ways of making vocabulary teaching more meaningful.

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Hello everyone,I am Damla from Işık Schools Ispartakule Campus.I have been teaching for 11 years and really passionate about what I do.I am thrilled to discover new horizons with you. :)

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Hello everyone, My name is Buse Gizli, I have been teaching for 3 years, and I am English instructor at preparatory school from Onbeş Kasım Kıbrıs University. I hold my BA(2022) degree in English Language Litarature department from Near East University. After my BA degree, I have completed my Tesol(2023) certification to teaching practice and which is teaching of English to speakers of other languages and my Tesol Kids(2023) certification as well. I have started my MA degree (2025) in English Language and Teaching from Cyprus International University. I have also completed my master thesis which is about The Foreign Language Anxiety among University EFL Students: A case of Northern Cyprus. I took my certification 17th ELT Workshop Festival which is about Inclusive Pedagogies in ELT at School of Foreing Languages as a participant from METU Northern Cyprus Campus. I have completed also 10th EMU FLEPS Workshop Festival Bridging Worlds with Compassion: Mediation, Methodologies and Meaningful Technology in ELT at Eastern Mediterranean Universiy (EMU) as a participant Foreign Languageges and English Preparatory School. I also interested in learning vocabulary and perfect teaching startegies in EFL context. I am really excited and I cannot wait to get started and to join this program and I also excited to learning and perfect teaching vocabularies.

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Some mornings, I feel like a linguistic gymnast; stretching students’ sentences while turning grammar rules into strength-building moves. Teaching English sometimes means doing mental sit-ups just to help someone pronounce a word correctly. But the beauty lies in this: every effort becomes a moment of learning.

I’m Serter and I hold both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in English language teaching. For the past three years, I’ve been working as an English teacher at a public middle school. I especially follow solo and monologue theatre performances, and I’m deeply interested in how sound design shapes atmosphere on stage.

I completed the SL-TeDOL 2024 program, and now I’m genuinely excited to begin the VTL 2025 program at Sabancı University. Language teaching isn’t just about rules; it’s about constantly rethinking how we connect through language.

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Hello everyone,

My name is Zeyno Bingör and I am currently working at Istanbul Aydın University, where I serve both as an English language teacher and as a deputy director at the School of Foreign Languages. I am also pursuing my PhD in English Language Teaching, focusing on intercultural language teaching and teacher cognition.

I had the chance to attend a previous version of this course, and it was truly an inspiring and enriching experience. I learned a great deal that I could immediately apply in my professional context, and it also deepened my passion for ELT. I am always eager to explore new perspectives, practical strategies, and innovative approaches that can benefit both my students and colleagues.

Because of this, I am very excited to join the upcoming course. I strongly believe it will provide another valuable opportunity for professional growth, collaboration, and reflection. I am looking forward to learning from the trainers and fellow participants, and to sharing my own insights and experiences as well.

ELT has always been more than just a profession for me—it is a passion and a journey of continuous growth. I am confident that this course will be another important step in that journey, and I cannot wait to get started.

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I’m Kıymet, teaching at İstanbul Aydın University Prep School with 16 years of teaching experience. My undergraduate degree is in Translation and Interpretation, and I hold a master’s in Education Management. I’ve always been really interested in vocabulary—especially short-term memory strategies, vocabulary recycling, and retention techniques. I also enjoy contributing to the assessment part, particularly vocabulary testing and designing activities to track and improve students’ vocabulary knowledge. I previously joined SL-TeDOL Vtl 20 but couldn’t complete it due to the unexpected challenges at the beginning of pandemic. I feel lucky to have this opportunity again and look forward to learning and sharing with you all!

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I work for Istanbul Technical University at North Cyprus Campus. I would like to thank Deniz hocam and Nezaket hocam for giving us such a great opportunity to be part of this SL-TEDOL course. Wishing us all a successful course.

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Hi everyone! This is Kübra 🙋‍♀️

I've been teaching for 10 years and I'm currently working at Kadir Has University. I'm excited to be part of this journey and to exchange ideas and experiences with all of you.

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Hello everyone! My name is Anna. I’ve been teaching Academic English for 8 years, and I’m currently working at Acibadem University. I’m really excited to be part of this community and this course on vocabulary teaching and learning. I hope not only to bring these new insights into my own classes, but also to grow as a learner myself – especially as I’m currently on the adventure of learning Hindi! Looking forward to learning from you all and sharing ideas throughout this course.

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Hello everyone, I am Berke Oğuz Yılmaz. I am a relatively new teacher on this incredible journey, with only three years of teaching experience. I am currently working at TOBB ETU in Ankara. I have been trying new methods to incorporate into my teachings, even the poetry, as an appreciator of poems and poets myself. This often leads me to write my poems in English as well, so you can guess how vital "vocabulary" is for me :) The classroom practices, too, require scaffolding in this regard, which is why I am more than happy to follow through on everything this training will provide.

I am thrilled to be a part of this training and look forward to learning from all of you.

Best,

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Zehra

Hi everyone 🌸

I used to be a teacher at Nesibe Aydın Schools, and now I am joining this program as a fresh mom. I’m truly thankful to our instructors for providing us with such valuable opportunities to refresh our knowledge and grow together. Excited to learn and share on this journey!

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I worked for two years at Acıbadem Schools, and now I’m excited to start a new journey at FSMVU University. I’m still at the beginning of my career, but I’m full of energy and curiosity to learn new things, improve myself, and bring something positive wherever I go.

Teaching is more than a job for me—it’s my passion! I love creating fun and engaging lessons, seeing students’ faces light up when they understand something new, and finding creative ways to make learning exciting. I believe every day is a chance to grow, try something different, and make a difference, and that’s exactly why I’m so happy to be part of this training.

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My name is Ceyda Ekici and I work as an English language instructor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University. I am currently doing my master’s degree in ELT. I am passionate about teaching and personal growth, and I like exploring creative ways to make learning enjoyable. I would like to join this training because I believe it will help me improve my teaching skills and learn new approaches that I can apply in my classes. I am always eager to develop myself professionally and to explore fresh ideas that will make learning more effective and enjoyable for my students.

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Hello everyone! 👋 This is Şeyma Dinç Tosun. I have been teaching English for 9 years, and I’m currently working at the FSMVU Prep School.

I’m a PhD student in English Literature 📚, and as someone whose degrees are all in literature, I love giving my students plenty of examples through books, drama, and poetry. I also enjoy philosophy and love having conversations with students during tea breaks. I joined this course to enhance my skills in vocabulary teaching, and I hope to achieve that goal. I’m thrilled to be here with you all and send my warm regards to everyone 💐

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With over a decade of experience in higher education, I am a passionate advocate for innovative and engaging approaches to teaching. My name is Friday, and I have been teaching at Izmir University of Economics for the past 8 years. I am thrilled to be part of this community and to have the chance to take part in the Vocabulary Teaching and Learning Course. Having participated in the Grammar Teaching and Learning Course in 2023, I found the entire experience to be insightful and very educational. I am now curious and eagerly looking forward to discovering and implementing innovative solutions for vocabulary teaching and learning from all the participants and contributors in this course.

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Hi everyone! 👋
My name is Amal Al-Hinaai, and I’m a senior instructor at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman. I’ve been teaching English for over 15 years, working with both foundation and post-foundation students from various majors. In addition to teaching, I’m actively involved in quality assurance in higher education, focusing on curriculum design, student support, and academic standards.
I’m passionate about exploring AI tools to make teaching and learning more engaging, interactive, and accessible for students.
I’m excited to connect, share experiences, and learn from all of you!

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Hello, my name is Tuba Yıldırım. I am currently an instructor at the School of Foreign Languages, Atılım University. I have been teaching English for over seven years, and I hold both my BA and MA in English Language and Literature from Hacettepe University and Sapienza University. My academic interest centers on contemporary British theatre of the 21st century.

Beyond academics, I am passionate about theatre, photography, and dancing. I am also a licensed Zumba instructor, which allows me to blend my love for teaching with energy and movement. Through this course, I hope to gain a broader vision of the field and expand my professional network. I am delighted to be part of this program and wish everyone a rewarding and inspiring academic year ahead.

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Hi everyone! My name is Ecem Turan and I’ve just started as an instructor at Marmara University’s prep school. I’m super excited to be a part of this training course 🤩Looking forward to seeing you all soon!✨

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Hi I am Ferda Tokçalar. I am a lecturer at a Atılım University, where I teach and conduct research in English Language Teaching and Curriculum & Instruction. My main research interests include English-Medium Instruction, teacher agency, ecological approaches to curriculum, and the integration of AI literacy into language education. I have presented at international conferences, published in peer-reviewed journals, and currently lead projects on systematic reviews and mixed-methods studies. In addition to my academic work, I enjoy creating innovative learning opportunities for my students, such as a AI-supported club.

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Hello everyone, I’m Serra from Eskişehir Şehir College. As a relatively new teacher, I’m aware that I still have so much to learn and explore in my teaching journey. I’m especially passionate about finding creative and effective ways to teach vocabulary, and I constantly try to bring fresh approaches into my classroom. I truly believe that this course will open new horizons for me, providing not only valuable knowledge but also inspiration to grow as an educator.

I’m genuinely excited to be here, and I’m very much looking forward to learning new things from all of you.

Best wishes,

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Hello everyone,

My name is Ailar Shahamat. I’m a lecturer at Bahçeşehir University with over 15 years of experience in teaching English.

I’m currently in the final revision stage of my PhD thesis in the field of educational technology and AI.

Throughout my career, I’ve developed a strong passion for teaching vocabulary in creative and effective ways, because I believe vocabulary is the foundation of all language skills. I enjoy exploring innovative methods, engaging classroom activities, and technology-supported tools to help students build and retain vocabulary more meaningfully.

I joined this course to deepen my knowledge of vocabulary teaching and gain new ideas to enrich my lessons. I’m excited to learn and collaborate with all of you!

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Hello everyone, my name is Esra Topuz. I am a graduate of METU. I have been teaching English for 28 years, and I am currently working at ITU TRNC School of Foreign Languages in Cyprus. I hold a master’s degree on evaluating students' academic speaking skills through learning-oriented assessment. I am excited to learn new techniques for vocabulary teaching and learning in this course, particularly through the use of AI. I look forward to broadening my perspective on vocabulary teaching techniques and growing professionally as a result of exchanging and sharing ideas with all of you.

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Hi everyone! My name is Ilke, and I am an English instructor at TOBB University. I hold a CELTA certificate and have over seven years of teaching experience. I’m passionate about exploring and learning, both personally and professionally - that’s why I’m here. I enjoy trying new teaching methods, creating fun classroom activities, and using technology to help students learn better. I believe vocabulary is the key to all other language skills. I’m excited to learn from and share experiences with all of you.

(not-a-)fun fact about me: I’m a cinephile - my watchlist is terrifyingly long.

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Hi all,I'm Muge Celik from Bratislava. I’ve been working in education for over 10 years, and I’m currently the Head of Early Years and Primary as well as an English teacher at Kings Schools International Bratislava. I really enjoy working with students and teachers to create a positive and engaging school environment. Outside of school, you’ll usually find me with a good book in hand or keeping active through sports.

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Hi everyone! 😊My name is Jade. Upon finishing my BA and MA in London, I moved to Istanbul and have been living here ever since. I have been an EFL instructor for over 15 years. I am currently working in the Testing Unit of Fatih Sultan Mehmet University in İstanbul and enjoying every minute of it! I am so excited to be part of this journey ❤️

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Hello, everyone, I am Karen Rabie from Kadir Has University. I've been in Turkiye for 2 years and am originally from South Africa. Loving Istanbul and enjoying my time with all my great colleagues at work. Looking forward to learning more about teaching vocabulary.

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Hi everyone! I am Bayan Soufi. I am a Senior Instructor of English at Istanbul Technical University – TRNC, holding an MA in English Language Teaching (ELT). I have over 18 years of teaching experience, beginning my career after earning a degree in English Literature in 2006. Since then, I have taught and coached learners of various ages and levels across diverse educational settings. English has been a lifelong passion, and teaching it professionally remains both rewarding and inspiring. I enjoy engaging with new learners, working on different language skills, and witnessing measurable improvement over time.

In addition to teaching, I have extensive experience in educational management. I have held positions such as Center Coordinator, Academic Advisor, and Academic Coordinator. Looking forward to this experience of mutual growth.

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Hello everyone, Ezgi here. A participant from TED University who is looking forward to meeting everyone and enjoying this opportunity together. :)

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My name is Veliye. I have been teaching for 7 years, and I am currently working as an English instructor at TED University. I completed my BA in ELT at METU and MA in Curriculum and Instruction at İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent Üniversitesi. I look forward to learning and sharing with you all. :)

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My name is Ipek Menevis and I am from Famagusta, North Cyprus. I have been working at Eastern Mediterranean University for more than 26 years as an English Instructor, and I hold an M.Ed. in Educational Sciences. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Psychological Counseling and Guidance, as I am deeply interested in understanding and helping people. I look forward to gaining new insights and collaborating with you.

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I am Nazan Doğruer from Eastern Meditteranean University, Famagusta, North Cyprus. I have been working at EMU more than 30 years. I am holding Ph. D. degree in Educational Sciences. As I believe learning is lifelong process, I always would likte to get new information and share my own experiences with my colleagues. I am looking forward to starting this new journey.

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Hello, my name is Ramadan, and I am from North Cyprus. I have been teaching at the Foreign Languages and English Preparatory School (FLEPS), Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) since 1991.

Throughout my career, I have attended numerous professional development courses abroad and earned COTE and DOTE qualifications in ELT, as well as an M.A. and Ph.D. in ELT/Educational Sciences.

I strongly believe that every teacher should continuously strive for self-development, as learning new things always excites and inspires me. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work in various roles, including syllabus developer, test writer, teacher trainer, and administrator. These experiences have enriched my perspective on teaching and strengthened my commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.

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Hello everyone! My name is Özlem, and I have been working at Sabancı University as an English language instructor since 2020. Among all the skills and components, I especially enjoy teaching vocabulary. I also love designing vocabulary practice materials and games for my students. That’s why I’m very excited about VTL’25, and I’m sure we will all benefit greatly from this course😊.

Many thanks to all the contributors who made it possible!

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Hello everyone, I'm Tomris. I graduated from Istanbul University English Language and Literature department in 2009 and I've been teaching since then. I am very excited and eager to start this vocabulary journey at Sabancı University. I am looking forward to learning new things and being inspired.

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Hello everyone! I am Katie and I currently work at Kadir Has University, teaching in the prep school. As academic vocabularly is a focal point of our institution, I am looking forward to learning more stradegies to teach vocabularly in our context. Can't wait to learn from all of you :)

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Hello everyone this is Aylin Birsen Yılmaz from Yıldız Technical University. I have been working as an Instructor of English for 17 years. I hold an MA in English Literature from Bogazici University and pursuing my Ph.D in the same department. I am interested in language Testing &Assessment and Curriculum Design and have contributed to several offices in the various institutions I have worked. I am quite excited about this course and really happy for being a part of this community!

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Hello! I’m Enver Yunusoğlu, and I've been navigating the wonderful, chaotic, and endlessly fascinating world of English language teaching for the past decade at Atilim University. My journey has taken me from the foundational landscapes of Basic English to the more mountainous terrain of English for Academic Purposes. 😊

Being in the classroom is a true privilege, and I am grateful for the chance to help guide students and share in the excitement of their progress.

I'm absolutely delighted to have the opportunity to take this course and dive into the art of teaching vocabulary, because if there's one thing I've learned, it's that a student's vocabulary is like their superpower. I look forward to learning how to help my students unlock even more of their linguistic potential!

Thanks,

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Hi everyone🍀,

I’m İlayda! I graduated from Marmara University and have been teaching English for 9 years. Currently, I’m working at Darüşşafaka Schools. I had the chance to attend GTL, which was such a wonderful and inspiring experience for me. I’m so excited to attend VTL now, meet new colleagues, exchange ideas, and learn even more together! ✨

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My name is Sezin. I've been working at Manisa Celal Bayar University School of Foreign Languages for 7 years and been teaching since 2014. I'm always open to learning and looking forward to this course. Thank you for this opportunity.

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Hello everyone! This is Shaik Inam and I'm really happy to be part of this course. I'm excited about the opportunity to improve my vocabulary through the different strategies we'll be exploring together. It's also wonderful to be learning alongside such a diverse and enthusiastic group of colleagues from around the world. I believe that sharing ideas and experiences with one another will make this journey even more enriching. I'm looking forward to growing together, both in language and in connection. I am an English Language Teacher teaching the foundation course at a prestigious University.

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Hello dear friends. This is Max, an English instructor with 12 years of experience and a strong passion for helping learners build confidence and unlock the many opportunities that language can provide. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with learners, teachers and corproate clients from a wide range of backgrounds and proficiency levels, and one of my key takeaways has been that learning English goes far beyond grammar and vocabulary. It’s about building connections, engaging with culture, and fostering personal growth.

I strive to create a dynamic and supportive environment where learners feel encouraged to express themselves freely and to take meaningful risks with the language. I place great emphasis on using real-life topics and practical examples so that what we cover has direct relevance and applicability beyond the classroom.

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Hi everyone! I’m Munira! I love exploring new ways to make learning creative, especially by using AI and project-based activities. I’m passionate about helping students grow and connecting with colleagues from around the world. Really happy to be here and excited to learn with you all! ✨

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Warm greetings from Ankara :) I am an instructor of English at the Department of Foreign Languages at TOBB University, and also a proud mom of two. I am quite enthusiastic about learning and sharing knowledge. Therefore, this course is just the right venue for me to improve myself, exchange ideas and stay inspired!

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Hi everyone! I am Almasa and I’ve been teaching for about 8 years now, and I’m originally from Serbia. One of the things I enjoy most about my job is working with international teams and learning from different perspectives. Living and teaching in Turkey has really helped me grow, not only professionally but also in terms of cultural understanding. Outside of teaching, I love connecting with people, sharing ideas, and finding creative ways to make learning engaging.

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I’m Sevgi Saime Certel 😊 I 've been passionate about English since I started learning it, and over the years, my love for both the language and teaching has never faded, on the contrary, it has grown stronger. I've been teaching English for the past 25 years non-stop 😎

I'm holding a BA degree in English Language and Literature, an MA degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, and a CELTA degree. I’ve been currently working at Yeditepe University, where I serve as the Assistant Coordinator for B2 Level Science and Medicine Reading & Writing in the School of Foreign Languages.

In this role, in addition to actively teaching, I develop class materials and assist with coordination. I act as a bridge between the administration and the teachers, and I also support students in their academic needs. I'm really excited about this course because it’s a wonderful opportunity to refresh my skills, exchange ideas, and continue contributing to my students’ and colleagues’ success.

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Hello everyone,

I am originally from Bangladesh. I am currently working as a Senior Instructor of English at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman. With over 15 years of experience in teaching English as both a second and foreign language, I have had the privilege of working with diverse groups of learners, which has been a truly rewarding journey.

I am delighted to be here, to learn from all of you, and I would be more than happy to share my experiences along the way. I believe that learning is always a two-way process, and I look forward to growing together through this exchange.

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Hello everyone,
I’m Serpil, an English instructor at Kocaeli University, School of Foreign Languages. With 23 years of experience in English language teaching, I am especially interested in exploring creative and practical ways to make vocabulary learning more engaging for students. I joined this course to expand my knowledge, exchange ideas with colleagues, and share experiences. I look forward to learning together with you all.

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Hi everyone! I'm Selda. I have been teaching English for about 13 years and I am currently working as an instructor at the School of Foreign Languages at Ankara Sosyal Bilimler Üniversitesi (Social Sciences University of Ankara). Looking forward to gaining new insights into teaching vocabulary with you.

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Hello everyone! My name is Pelin Altıkardeş and I'm an EFL Instructor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University. I'm currently pursuing an MA degree in ELT at Anadolu University. In addition to being an EFL Instructor, I work as a Testing Unit member at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University. I have joined this course because I enjoy teaching vocabulary and writing vocabulary items! I look forward to benefiting from this course and applying what I learn to both my teaching and assessment practices.

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Hi everyone. My name is Irem Bailie, and I work at ITU North Cyprus. I consider myself a lifelong learner — always exploring, and eager to grow both personally and professionally.

Outside of work, I write poetry, enjoy reading (Kazuo Ishiguro is a favorite), and I rarely miss a day of the New York Times Wordle — it's my daily brain warm-up.

I'm really looking forward to connecting with all of you, exchanging ideas, and continuing to learn through our shared experiences.

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Hello everyone, I’m Özlem Kocaer. I’ve been in the field of education for about 10 years—sometimes part-time, sometimes teaching private lessons, and for the last 5 years, full-time. I have taught across a wide range, from K-12 to Business English. Currently, I’m working at TOBB ETÜ, and this is my third year here. I feel very happy to be working in a field where I can bring together my undergraduate degree in English Language and Literature and my master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I’ve started my DELTA journey and I’m preparing for the Module 1 exam. I truly believe that this training and these classes will be very beneficial to me along the way. I’m really looking forward to what I will learn and to the moments and memories we will share together.

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Hello everyone! My name is Sevil Kazak and I have been teaching English for 22 years. I love learning vocabulary in English and Spanish 😊 I value the power of a wide range of vocabulary in language use and am looking forward to brushing up on my vocabulary teaching skills, especially using technology. Wishing us a great course!

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Hi everyone, my name is Pınar Kızıltaş. I am a British born Native English Instructor at Istanbul Technical University, TRNC School of Foreign Languages in North Cyprus. I am also an active Academic Board Committee member at ITU. I have over 15 years of varied instructional teaching experience. I hold a Bachelor of Science - BSc in Cognitive Science (University of Herefordshire, UK), focusing on Psychology and Language & Language and Linguistics, as well as a CELTA (University of Cambridge, 2010). My focus is always my students and how I can break down the barriers of learning for them and create a path which seems manageable. I have always held and thoroughly enjoyed additional positions in the institutions which I have represented such as Student Mentor, Academic Advisor, Careers advisor, and Head of Department. Teaching in Cyprus has provided me with a whole new perspective on teaching, taking into account diversity, culture and different levels of dynamics in mixed international environments. I am highly passionate about teaching and helping my students in the best way possible. Therefore, I look forward to meeting you all and expanding my perspective, developing new ideas and sharing our experiences. Good luck to everyone :)

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I'm Janae, and I've been an English language instructor at TOBB ETÜ in Ankara for the past 3 years. My bachelor's degree is in Linguistics/TESOL and my master's is in TESOL. One of my very favorite things about teaching in a Turkish university context is that I get to use humor in the classroom. Though my students occasionally groan at my jokes, we definitely have fun together and work toward creating an environment where affective filters are low and spirits are high. What I am serious about, though, is giving students the tools they need to succeed, not just as English language learners, but as humans. But since I do care whether they learn English or not, I'm excited to participate in this course to grow in my own effectiveness as an instructor of vocabulary.

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Hello everyone, I am Sinem. I have been working at Ozyegin University since 2013 and I have 16 years of teaching experience. I hold a CELTA and a teaching certificate from Yıldız Teknik University. I enjoy integrating technology into my classes and exploring innovative teaching tools to make learning more engaging and accessible. Thank you for offering this course :)

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Hello! Sorry for the delay. Thank you for this lovely welcome. Using Padlet as a "getting to know you " session seems great to me now. I have been teaching English in universities in Istanbul, Turkey, since 2012. Currently, I'm working at Marmara University, SFL as a part-time English teacher. I got my master's degree last July. There is only one step before I become a full-time instructor: the ALES exam. :)) I am looking forward to getting lots of inspiration from this online training program so that I can assist my students who complain about remembering new words they learn in their lessons, and how to motivate them to learn more words. Also, I hope I will help my youngest cousin, who learns English in the 5th grade. I assume some of the activities that I learn here may be useful for her level and age. May the meeting this evening be fun and smooth.

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Hi everyone! I’m Şükriye, an English teacher with 7+ years of experience. I’m passionate about using 21st-century teaching methods and technology to make language learning more engaging. I hold an MA in Educational Technology and love creating fun, innovative lessons. I’m really looking forward to this training to learn new strategies for teaching vocabulary and to meet and exchange ideas with fellow educators!

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I'm Duygu. :) I work at Manisa Celal Bayar University and live in Izmir. I am a member of Professional Development Unit in my institution. Before that, I was in Assessment and Evaluation Unit. I have been teaching English at prep schools since 2009. It sounds me so strange, but amazing at the same time that I am starting my 17th academic year next week! Wow!

I love trying new things in my classes and receiving feedback from my students. Also, I am always curious about your experiences and learning from you.Throughout all these years, learning from my colleagues and the community has always inspired me. Every year, I feel enthusiastic about conducting a research study about reflective learning practice; however, I barely find time due to my teaching hours. I hope I will do this year :)

Nice to meet you, all. Thank you, the ones who give us this opportunity, and the ones who make this opportunity meaningful :)

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Hello everyone! I am Hilal. I have been teaching English since 2009. I am currently working at Acıbadem University in Academic English department. I participated in SUcourse for grammar teaching 2 years ago. I am curious to learn how to teach better for our learners with new tools. Thank you for offering another chance to improve our vocabulary teaching skills. I hope I can work and study effectively:) Nice to meet you.

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Hello, my name is Pınar Arıpınar, and I am currently working in the preparatory program at FSM University. I graduated from Marmara University with a background in both French and English Language Teaching. For the past seven years, I’ve been working as an English teacher, and I also hold CELT-S and CELTA certificates. This year, I’ll be continuing work on my ELT master’s thesis, which I started at Marmara University in 2023. I’m really happy to be here with you all.

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Hello everyone, I’m Seda. I’ve been teaching English for more than 10 years and I’m currently working at Kadir Has University. My academic background is in Cultural Studies, where I focused on music and identity. This perspective still shapes how I view language learning: just as music can help people construct identity, I believe learning a new language also allows them to build new personas. Observing this process in my students and seeing them enthusiastically take ownership of their learning is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work. A fun fact about me is that I enjoy drawing and illustration, which is another form of artistic expression I love exploring. I’m really looking forward to meeting you all in this course and bringing what I discover here into my classroom.

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I'm Asel, from Fatih Sultan Mehmet University. I studied English Lit. in Istanbul University and I have been teaching English for 8 years now. I'm very excited to see what this course will bring and I am very thankful for the opportunity! :)

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Hello everyone! My name is Yiğitalp Veyseller. I am currently working at Kadir Has University as an English Language Instructor. I am excited to take part in this course on Vocabulary Teaching and Learning. I look forward to gaining new insights and practical strategies that I can bring into my classes. Thank you for this opportunity. I’m really looking forward to learning and sharing ideas together!

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Dear colleagues, instructors and teachers and our beloved trainers,My name is Gökçe Gök. I live in İzmir, Türkiye. I was born in İzmir, Karşıyaka, Adana is my father's hometown, I grew up in Antalya, Manavgat, I studied primary, secondary and highschool education in Antalya, Manavgat. I have graduated from Isparta, Süleyman Demirel University, Türkiye. I have attended many local and international training, projects, webinars, seminars,

workshops, and conferences in the our field, English Language Teaching. I have made virtual and face-to-face ELT conference presentations. I am interested STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Approach, Educational Technology (EduTech), Global Education,

Sustainability and Sustainability in Education, Social Justice in Education, Socio-emotional learning (SEL), Communicative Language Teaching, Artificial Intelligence in

ELT and Education, OnlineLearning, Instructional Design, Psychology in Education. I am also volunteer in Türkiye Zeka Vakfı (Türkiye Intelligence Foundation which is located in Middle East Technical University Technocity, in Ankara and Tree of Evoluation (Evrim Ağacı) İzmir City Community. I also volunteered in MEF University's Ders Ortağım (My School Companion/Partner) Project which aims to support indiviuals with visual impairment in their education life. I also volunteered in Parıltı Children with Visual Impairment Assocation as exam reader & spearker. I am also highly interested in sports, cycling and running. I am member of sport communities related to cycling, running. I also go gym regularly. I also interested in theatre, art and painting. I go to art workshop activities in Social Art Center (Sosyal Sanathane İzmir) in İzmir, it is an art community which organizes art related workshops. I was also participant in SU Grammar Teaching course, it was a great experience for me as a person who is in her early career stage. I learned from other experienced instructors and teachers' knowledge and experiences. I am also so excited for this course, too! Kind regards! I can't wait for interacting you during the course. You can also connect me via linkedin, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ggokcegok/

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Hello everyone, greetings from İzmir! I’m in my 9th year of teaching at İzmir Cababey Schools, where I currently teach 2nd grade. Building vocabulary is one of the strongest skills for my students, and I’m always eager to discover new methods and ideas to enhance my lesson plans. Excited to learn and grow with you all through VTL25!

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I am Çisem, and I have been teaching English at the tertiary level since 2021. At present, I am an instructor in the Foreign Languages Department at TOBB ETU. My academic interests extend into literature, and I had the enriching opportunity to attend a week-long literature and philosophy camp at the Şirince Mathematics Village. A perhaps lighter but meaningful detail about my journey is that I once taught Turkish to American students through the Fulbright FLTA program.

I am truly grateful for the opportunity to take part in this course, and I very much look forward to learning from your diverse insights and experiences.

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Hi! I an Gökçe. I’ve been teaching for 15 years. Currently, I work at Atilim University in the department of basic English. I am looking forward to gaining new insights into vocabulary teaching.