Murat Tezer

Prof. Murat Tezer is Professor and Head of the Department of Primary School Mathematics Education at Near East University's Faculty of Education, a position held since 2009. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Computer and Educational Technologies Education (2003-2009) and was a Research Assistant at Eastern Mediterranean University (1994-2003). He also serves on the executive board of the Cyprus Educational Sciences Association.

His academic credentials include:

• BA in Mathematics, Hacettepe University (1994)
• MA in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Eastern Mediterranean University (1996)
• PhD in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, Eastern Mediterranean University (2003)

Prof. Tezer's research centers on innovative mathematics pedagogy for primary education, specializing in game-based learning methodologies and educational technology integration. His work transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences, exemplified by the 'Pi Day' event where students mastered mathematical principles through interactive games. With over 20 internationally cited publications, his scholarship bridges theoretical mathematics and classroom practice.

He has supervised eight graduate theses and secured project funding including an EU initiative training kindergarten teachers in Smart Board technology. His research output demonstrates consistent focus on practical classroom applications rather than purely theoretical exploration, with publications spanning teacher training methodologies and student engagement strategies.

Prof. Tezer maintains active participation in TRNC and Turkish academic communities through conference presentations and association leadership, while continuing to develop experiential learning frameworks for primary mathematics education.