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Professor Engin Kurşun is a distinguished academic at Atatürk University's Kazım Karabekir Faculty of Education, where he serves as Professor in the Department of Computer and Instructional Technology Education. He has held various leadership positions including Head of Department (2021-2023) and currently serves as a member of the Project Office Executive Committee and Methodology Office Executive Committee. His academic journey includes research stints at the British Open University's Institute of Educational Technology and the Center for Open Education Research at Oldenburg University, Germany.
Dr. Kurşun earned his PhD in Educational Technology from Middle East Technical University, following undergraduate studies at Atatürk University. His research interests span educational technology, safer internet practices, technology-enhanced learning, human-computer interaction, and open and distance learning. He has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications and research projects, with special focus on OER movement in Turkish universities.
His scholarly work demonstrates strong trends in educational technology, particularly examining the intersection of AI and education, online learning methodologies, and accessibility in digital education. Recent publications show increasing focus on generative AI applications in education, teaching analytics, and the sustainability of open educational resources, reflecting his ability to address emerging challenges in the field.
Dr. Kurşun has supervised 15 theses, guiding both doctoral and master's students through research in areas such as computational thinking, open educational resources, internet safety, and technology-enhanced learning. His research has been supported through various projects including the International Bilateral Cooperation Project Writing Training in 2022.
He leads the Human Technology Interaction and Accessibility Lab established in October 2015, which focuses on creating inclusive educational technologies. His work in this area aligns with his research on accessible multimedia learning materials for students with special needs and his broader commitment to inclusive educational practices.
