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Ebru Kaya is a Professor of Science Education at Bogazici University, Turkey, and an Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of Education at the University of Oxford, UK since 2019. She holds a PhD in Science Education from Middle East Technical University (2011) and has conducted visiting scholar roles at institutions including the University of Oxford and National Taiwan Normal University. Her research focuses on argumentation, nature of science, and STEM education.
Education:
- Ph.D., Secondary Science and Mathematics Education, Middle East Technical University (2011)
- Integrated B.S./M.S., Chemistry Education, Dokuz Eylul University (2003)
Research Interests: Dr. Kaya’s work emphasizes integrating argumentation and nature of science into teacher education and curriculum design. She explores how these approaches enhance conceptual understanding in science classrooms, particularly in chemistry education. Her studies address pedagogical strategies for diverse educational contexts, including Turkey, Rwanda, Lebanon, and Taiwan.
Publications Trends: Recent work focuses on nature of science in pre-service teacher education, cross-cultural comparisons of science perceptions, and textbook analysis. Her articles often bridge theory and practice, advocating for holistic educational frameworks.
- Awards:
- Young Scientist Award, Science Academy (2015)
- Outstanding Paper Award, East-Asian Association for Science Education (2016)
- Young Scientist Award, TUBITAK (2017)
Grants & Roles: Principal Investigator of projects funded by Bogazici University Research Fund. Served as a board member in Turkish Science Education and Research Association (2012–2014), and Nature of Science Strand Co-coordinator for ESERA (2018–2022). Active in international collaborations and teacher professional development workshops.
