Filiz AYDEMİR

Filiz AYDEMİR is an Associate Professor in the Department of Preschool Education at Adıyaman University's Faculty of Education. She holds a PhD from Gazi University (2018) and has served as a pre-school teacher (2006–2014) before transitioning to academia. Her research focuses on preschool education programs, play development, family education, and technology integration in early childhood learning. She has held roles such as Department Head and Bologna/Erasmus Coordinator. Key contributions include studies on nature-based learning, digital competencies, and gender representation in children's literature. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and 5 books highlight her expertise.

• Education: PhD (Gazi University, 2018), M.A. (Inönü University, 2012), B.Ed. (Selçuk University, 2006)
• Affiliations: Adıyaman University since 2014
• Administrative Roles: Head of Preschool Education Department, Bologna Coordinator, Erasmus Coordinator

Research Interests: Integrates play-based learning, family engagement, and technology in early education. Recent work explores nature-based curricula, digital game impacts, and culturally sustaining literature for young readers.

Publications span topics like preschool program evaluations, SCAMPER technique perceptions, and the role of forest schools. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed but her extensive academic output reflects recognition in the field.