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8:30
9:10 | Prep B ground floor REGISTRATION to
SESSIONS
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9:15
-9:30 | Prep B Seminar Room (203) Welcoming
and Opening Speeches Workshop Festival Coordinator: Instr. Betül Eren; and FLEPS Director:
Asst. Prof. Dr. Ramadan Eyyam |
9:30
-10:20 | Hemani Naran Lessons Learned from MENA Educators during
COVID and Strategies for Post-Pandemic Hybrid Learning Discover the valuable lessons learned by
educators in the MENA region during the COVID-19 pandemic and explore
effective strategies for implementing hybrid learning models in a
post-pandemic world. Gain insights into the adaptability, creativity, and
collaboration showcased by MENA educators as they ensured uninterrupted
learning for their students. Explore practical approaches for successful
hybrid learning environments, including technology integration, student
engagement, and well-being. Biodata: Heman’ Naran is a certified Master Trainer, and
HarvardX 'Leader of Learning', Hemani is passionate about the
future of education. Hemani has been with Pearson Middle East for 7
years, leading on various initiatives with our partners across the
region. As a learning consultant, Hemani has a strong
reputation for improving learning standards, working with coordinators, lead
teachers and teaching faculty. Some of her recent engagements
include curriculum planning for the Omani government, ‘train
the trainer’ courses for Pearson sponsored events in Egypt and
Bahrain, and teacher training days for partnering institutions in
Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Currently based in UAE. |
10:25 – 10:35 |
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Time | Session
1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
10:40- 11:10 | Ozan İnamlık Society
5.0: Embracing the Future of Human-Centric Technology Society 5.0: Embracing the Future of
Human-Centric Technology This workshop delves into the concept of Society
5.0, a transformative paradigm that merges technology with societal needs.
Participants will explore the potential of cutting-edge technologies such as
artificial intelligence, IoT, and robotics in addressing complex social
challenges. Through engaging discussions and case studies, attendees will
gain insights into the ethical, economic, and cultural implications of
Society 5.0. Biodata: Ozan is a member of
Institutional Effectiveness, Quality Improvement and Accreditation Committee
at EMU FLEPS. He is a Ph.D. candidate in Medical Tourism and Corporate
Branding. He obtained master's degrees in Marketing Management, Finance, and
Educational Sciences. He has 13 years of experience in marketing management.
He is an expert on learning organizations, service design, marketing
management, and strategic management. He teaches Coaching and Career Planning
course offered as a university elective at EMU. | Zehra Ertay Identity
Reconstruction of Language Teachers: From EFL to ESP Teaching This study offers an analysis of eight ESP teachers’ identity
reconstruction in a university context in Northern Cyprus. The researcher
aims to analyze the stages that the ESP teachers went through in the
transition period while they have been transferred from teaching EFL (English
as a Foreign Language) in English Preparatory School to teaching ESP (English
for Specific Purposes) in Faculty of Law and how they have reconstructed
their identities as ESP teachers. For the data collection, this study draws
on life-history interview and narrative inquiry of the participants, and the
field notes collected throughout the study. The collected data were triangulated
and analyzed together with the use of thematic field analysis. The study
results revealed that during the transition period from EFL to ESP teaching,
all the teachers have experienced some challenges regarding their ESP teacher
identity reconstruction. During the reconstruction period of ESP teacher
identity, the teachers had some roles such as researcher, material provider
and benefitted from their professional experiences, received training on ESP
teaching, engaged in collaborative work and in Professional Learning
Community (PLC). Biodata: Zehra Ertay is currently a PhD candidate in the English
Language Teaching programme at Eastern Mediterranean University in North
Cyprus. She completed her MA degree in English Language Teaching Department
at Eastern Mediterranean University. Her research interests are technology
integrated language education, teacher education, sociolinguistics, and
social justice in English language teaching. | Özlem Burak How
to Make Stress Our Friend This presentation will focus on different
papers explaining different strategies on how to see stress as our friend. Especially
after the earthquake, many people struggle to find a way of coping with or
fighting against stress and using specific mechanisms to become aware of the effects
of stress. This presentation aims to explain all these by focusing on the
neurological and psychological effects of stress, ways of fighting against it
effectively and becoming aware of its positive effects. Biodata: Her detailed biodata can be reached from EMU Psychology
Department's website. Currently, she is working as a part-time senior
instructor at EMU Psychology Department. Also, she is working as a
Specialiast Psychologist at Mayis Psikoloji, Nicosia. |
Time | Session
1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
11:10-
11:40 | Erkan
Arkın Fostering
Positive Teacher Experience: Empathy Maps This workshop will showcase the principles
behind employee experience design (Why should employee experience be designed
to create a supportive workplace culture) through a hands-on activity
employing the design thinking processes (observing, learning, developing, and
validating) and a specific design tool, i.e. empathy mapping. Biodata: Erkan ARKIN is the coordinator of the
Institutional Effectiveness, Quality Improvement and Accreditation Unit of
Foreign Languages and English Prep School (FLEPS), Eastern Mediterranean
University, North Cyprus. He holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and EFL
Teacher Education. | Gülden Çağakan Using
Google Tools for Collaborative Learning I will cover some ways to help, encourage and
manage student collaboration and participation by using Google Tools. I will
show how to use Google Slide and Google Docs for collaboration. I will share
simple ideas for group work and class work. Biodata: Gülden started her teaching experience in
Foreign Language and English Preparatory School in 1997. In 2015 she started
teaching at Modern Language Diversion in Turkish Medium Programmes as an
organizer. Since 2016 she is a member of the curriculum team at TMP and took
part as an Online Campus organizer. As an educator, she would like to help
her colleagues as well because online learning is the newest and most popular
form of distance education today. Within the last decade, it had a big effect
on education. Since the pandemic period, she has experienced what online
learning is like for students and how it has changed the role of the
instructor. | Nihan Zeren Adult
Students’ Anxieties about Learning English: An Example of Zoom Class in A1
and A2 Level This informal talk aims to share a group of
adult students’ experiences and their anxieties about learning general and
non- academic English in A1 and A2 level. Learning English is not easy but it
is possible for each age therefore new teaching tools are introduced in this
presentation for preventing their anxieties. Biodata: The presenter is master student in Department
of Foreign Language Education at EMU and online English tutor in American
Culture Language Schools in Turkey. She has still studied in terms of online
and face to face education. |
Time | Session
1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
11:40-11:55 | Peray Hilmi Novel
'Falling Awake' Based on the life of one of my close friends
‘Falling Awake’ is a psychological, as well as a philosophical novel. The
protagonist Tamara is a young woman who spends her adulthood questioning why
she’s always down and in a place she doesn’t want to be in. She blames God,
blames her authoritarian upbringing, especially her stepmother Margaret’s
belittling treatment towards her, then blames her abusive husband Draven.
Before marrying she wishes for someone to come into her life and to make it
wholesome, but later learns that depending on others to make you wholesome is
a big mistake. Present effects might be due to Karmic causes in the past, but
future effects arise from the causes we make in the present. Supporting and
encouraging suffering is disrespectful to the dignity of life, but there can
be no revealing the true without disproving the wrong. And when people become
pessimistic it’s like they hide behind a dark cloud that stops joy and hope
from entering their hearts. No matter how difficult one’s situation is,
whether they are manipulated, coerced and gaslit, there’s always a way to
improve one’s life. Furthermore, we all should be able to plant a seed of
courage into one another's lives. Biodata: I. Peray HİLMİ HARMAN II. EDUCATION EMU BA
English Language and Literature Master Degree 1: EMU MA English Studies NYIAD
New York 2005-2007 Diploma Interior Design III. TEACHING POSITIONS AND RANKS
HELD EMU (FLEPS) Senior Instructor 2020-present English Language Teaching
Ulus Private School Istanbul Teacher 2019 Junior School Teaching EMU (FLEPS)
Senior Instructor 2018 English Language Teaching EMU (SFL-MLD) Instructor
1997-1999 English Language Teaching EMU (SFL-ELH) Research Assistant
1995-1997 English Language Teaching BRD. JR. SCHOOL London Teaching Assistant
1989 Primary School Teaching | Ozan
İnamlık Unmasking Cognitive Fallacies and Biases:
Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills Unmasking
Cognitive Fallacies and Biases: Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills This workshop
explores the fascinating world of cognitive fallacies and biases that shape
our decision-making processes. Participants will gain a deep understanding of
common cognitive pitfalls, such as confirmation bias, anchoring, and
availability heuristic. Through interactive activities and engaging
discussions, attendees will develop practical strategies to identify and
mitigate these biases, empowering them to make more informed and rational
judgments. Biodata: Ozan is a member of Institutional Effectiveness, Quality
Improvement and Accreditation Committee at EMU FLEPS. He is a Ph.D. candidate
in Medical Tourism and Corporate Branding. He obtained master's degrees in
Marketing Management, Finance, and Educational Sciences. He has 13 years of
experience in marketing management. He is an expert on learning
organizations, service design, marketing management, and strategic
management. He teaches Coaching and Career Planning course offered as a
university elective at EMU. | Aman Rassouli Translating Learning into Concrete Numbers:
A Motivational Technique for English Language Learners This
presentation explores the use of concrete numbers as a technique to enhance
motivation among English language learners. Recognizing the abstract nature
of learning, the presenter advocates for incorporating quantifiable measures
and milestones into language learning curricula. This approach aims to boost
motivation, engagement, and overall success in language acquisition by
providing learners with tangible evidence of their progress and achievements. Biodata:
Assist. Prof. Dr. Aman Rassouli has been in the
field of English language teaching since 1999. He has founded two language
schools and has trained English language teachers in Iran and North Cyprus
since 2004. His research interests are Sociolinguistics and
Psycholinguistics. He is also interested in language politics and
macro-educational planning. |
12:00- 13:30 |
LUNCH
LUNCH LUNCH |
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Time | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
13:35- 14:05 | Elif Çilli Gamifying
the classroom with Wordwall Gamification in education is a technique used
by educators to insert game play elements to an educational setting to make
it more engaging. The non-game context (which is the classroom) is
transformed into a game-like environment and the non-game content (learning
objectives) is transformed into a game-like experience. Wordwall is a great
tool to gamify the classroom as it has quite a lot of game-like features such
as rewards, competition, entertainment, etc. Wordwall is easy to prepare and
share and helps to spice up the classroom. During the session participants
will be guided on how to prepare Wordwall tasks for the language classroom. Biodata: Hi! I!m Elif Çilli and I'm an instructor at
the Eastern Mediterranean University in Cyprus. I have had experience in
teaching English for 27 years at the university. I am currently teaching
English to students in their freshman year at the Foreign Languages Division.
I have worked as a member of syllabus & testing teams in previous years
and I am currently a member of the Continuous Professional Development Unit
as a trainer. | Dilem
Köylüoğlu Exploring
Screenpal Technology In this hands-on session, we will explore Screenpal technology
and discover its potential to enhance engagement and interactivity in
language classes. The objective of this session is to demonstrate effective
strategies for providing comprehensive feedback to students on their written
and spoken work, as well as presentations, through the utilization of
Screenpal technology. By exploring the interactive features of Screenpal,
attendees will gain hands-on experience in offering personalized feedback on
students' written compositions, spoken language tasks, and oral
presentations. Note: It is recommended
that participants bring their laptops, tablets, or smartphones to the
session. Biodata: I have been
working at EMU EPS for 18 years. I have been working as an instructor as well
as a syllabus designer for quite a long time. I'm very proud of being a part
of EPS family and contributing to the development of the institution as much
as I can. | Ozan İnamlık Understanding the HR Perspective: Crafting
Effective Letters of Intention Understanding
the HR Perspective: Crafting Effective Letters of Intention This workshop
delves into the intricacies of writing letters of intention from an HR
standpoint. Attendees will gain comprehensive knowledge on aligning their
intentions with HR objectives, such as talent acquisition, employee
development, and organizational growth. Through real-world examples and
practical exercises, participants will master the art of conveying their
aspirations in a manner that resonates with HR professionals, increasing the
likelihood of success in achieving their desired outcomes. Biodata: Ozan is a member of Institutional Effectiveness, Quality
Improvement and Accreditation Committee at EMU FLEPS. He is a Ph.D. candidate
in Medical Tourism and Corporate Branding. He obtained master's degrees in
Marketing Management, Finance, and Educational Sciences. He has 13 years of
experience in marketing management. He is an expert on learning
organizations, service design, marketing management, and strategic
management. He teaches Coaching and Career Planning course offered as a
university elective at EMU. |
Time | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
14:05 -14:35 | Mitra Madani My Career Journey Oftentimes,
students are the subject of studies while being a lecturer has its own set of
nuances that are never explored. From Dubai to Texas, I have taught English
in many countries to more than 40 different nationalities. On my travels
throughout my teaching career, I picked up on what certain nationalities have
issues with while learning English and have succeeded in helping them surpass
those obstacles. Being an immigrant may have made my job more difficult, but
it made me more empathetic towards my students and the difficulties they
face. I hope to share my insights with future English teachers in order to
help them aid their students in overcoming linguistic struggles. Biodata: Mitra
Madani is a TEFL certified lecturer, IELTS expert with a TESOL certification
from Trinity College London. She has been teaching for more than 30 years and
has taught more than 40 different nationalities in places such as Dubai,
Texas, and more recently, North Cyprus. She was the head of the English
department at Dubai Police Academy for 9 years and she is currently the Head
of the English Prep School at Cyprus West University. On account of her
strong background in education, the institutions and universities she works
in grow and thrive profoundly. | Halil Ercan Language and the Brain It is thought
that the workshop will contribute to the content and pedagogical content
knowledge of participants since it aims to reveal how the brain and language
work together. It will also provide the participants with some tasks to
brainstorm on newly learned knowledge. Eventually, they will have a general
idea of how important the brain and language are when teaching and learning
any language. Biodata: Halil Ercan
completed his Ph.D in English Language Teaching at the Eastern Mediterranean
University. His research interests include teaching phonetics, phonology, and
pronunciation. He is also a field and language editor for several
international journals and publishers. He currently works at the Atatürk
Teachers Academy. | Ahmet İyici Gen
Z's Communication and Learning Preferences in the Digital Age Generation Z is acknowledged as the first
generation of the 21st century, who was born with advanced technologies. In
this respect, Z generation value digital-mediated interactions and teaching/
learning. Since they are digital natives, they feel comfortable when engaging
in digital activities. Therefore, educators should rethink about teaching and
communication strategies to meet the needs of Gen Z in the classroom. Biodata: Ph.D candidate Ahmet İyici. I’m a Ph.D
student in communication field. I’m fascinated by the interdisciplinary
studies regarding education and communication. My academic studies cover
“teacher-student interactions, intergenerational communication, Generation Z,
classroom communication, digitalization in communication and
teaching/learning as well as the usage of digital technologies into
communication/ education”. |
Time | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 |
14:35-15:05 | Ayşegül Sallı Embracing AI in Education: Unleashing the
Power of Technology! In recent years, there has
been significant progress in Artificial Intelligence (AI) which has led to
the emergence of Chatbots like ChatGPT. These chatbots are now being utilized
in education and have the potential to revolutionize traditional teaching and
learning methods. During my presentation, I will discuss with my colleagues
how AI, especially ChatGPT, can be integrated into the classroom. I will also
outline the benefits and advantages that teachers and students can enjoy
while ensuring ethical and responsible use. Biodata: Ayşegül
Sallı is an English language teacher at Eastern Mediterranean University.
With 25 years of experience, she has actively participated in teacher
training, organizing workshops, professional development courses, and
seminars. Currently, she is the coordinator of the FLEPS Professional
Development Team and teaches various courses in the Department of Foreign
Language Education. | Zehra Nalbantoğlu & Ozan İnamlık Dialogic Learning What is "dialogic learning" and how
our paths have crossed with it, which has its roots in ancient Greek culture,
known as "Socratic Dialogue?" It was the heart of the
"Socratic method." Can it be the heart of "recovery and
recreation" in our learning environment? Biodata: Zehra Nalbantoğlu and Ozan İnamlık are
passionate learners and both believe that is an important key role of a
teacher. | Nihan Zeren A
Brainstorming about CoP and Cross-Cultural Practices in Emergency Online
Education This workshop aims to discuss community of
practice and cross-cultural practices in online emergency education. Online
emergency education is a new term after Covid-19 moreover instructors and
students need to encourage themselves in any learning and teaching area and
therefore this presentation gives new suggestions and viewpoints to
instructors and students for future emergency online education. Biodata: The presenter is master student in Department
of Foreign Language Education at EMU and online English tutor in American
Culture Language Schools in Turkey. She has still studied in terms of online
and face to face education. |
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15:15-16:00 | Prep B Seminar Room (203) Sinem Atamsoy Koşar ‘’Together We Grow, Together We Heal!’ At times, isn’t it astonishing to witness the extent to which
things have become so sad, disorganized or chaotic? Do you sometimes find it
difficult to cope with and adapt changes around you? You try hard but often
you feel lost, don’t you? Do you have any strategies you follow when you need
to recover and get back to work again? Or do you find yourself working too
much just to get over traumatic period? Are you struggling to have a healthy
work-life balance? Sometimes people wish for a ‘magic wound’ that can immediately
bring about positive changes in their lives or the world around them!
However, real change often requires effort, perseverance, and taking proactive
steps towards your goals. While it's natural to wish for quick fixes or
extraordinary solutions, it's essential to recognize that sustainable change
generally stems from consistent actions, personal growth, and addressing
challenges directly. During challenging and sensitive times, coming together as
teachers is of utmost importance. By supporting and collaborating with one
another, we can embark on a collective journey towards healing, recovery and
rebuilding our lives. Engaging in professional development activities holds a
healing power for teachers. The sense of belonging, community and support,
fostering personal growth and resilience, sharing experiences and knowledge
among peers instill a sense of empowerment and motivation, triggering the
drive to make a positive impact first on our lives and also on our students’
lives. Keeping these in mind, the session will have ’stop and think’
moments in order to find out what we individually need to recover, heal and
recreate. Biodata: Sinem has
joined many international certificate/diploma programmes on teacher training,
trainer training, testing, management development, coaching and personal
effectiveness, presentation techniques, brain-based learning, Enneagram and
numerology. She has also attended both national and international
conferences as a presenter, and she has always been so proud to be
representing her hometown, Northern Cyprus. |
16:00 | Closing speeches from FLEPS Director and Workshop Festival Organizer – See you all
there! |
