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Dr. Servet Altan serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Guidance and Psychological Counseling at MEF University's Faculty of Education in Istanbul, Turkey. Appointed in July 2022, he concurrently holds administrative roles as IBEC Coordinator and Vice Dean of the Faculty since September 2023. His academic foundation includes Master's and Doctorate degrees from Bilkent University, complemented by 15 years of K-12 international program implementation experience (2007-2022).
Dr. Altan's research centers on students' motivation and engagement, Habits of Mind frameworks, diversity and inclusion practices, and international education systems. His scholarship appears in premier journals including the Journal of Teacher Education and Teaching and Teacher Education, reflecting his focus on practical applications in educational settings. As an International Baccalaureate Lead Educator since 2016, he actively trains teachers across national and international schools.
Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) mindfulness applications for reducing test anxiety and enhancing academic achievement, (2) Habits of Mind integration in teacher development and emergency remote teaching contexts, and (3) equity-focused investigations into IB teacher preparation and student psychological needs. His work spans diverse educational environments from Turkish continuum schools to Latina/o/x community college settings, consistently addressing motivation, inclusivity, and international frameworks.
Dr. Altan maintains active scholarly engagement through regular presentations at AERA and EARLI conferences. While specific student advisement details and grant information remain unreported in available sources, his leadership roles and publication record indicate significant contributions to educational psychology and international teaching practices.
