معرفی
YELİZ TORUN is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's School of Foreign Languages, specializing in English Language Education. Her academic career spans institutions like Yıldız Technical University and Çukurova University, alongside roles in the Turkish Ministry of Education as an English teacher.
- PhD, Çukurova University (2016–2023)
- MSc, Gaziantep University (2007–2010)
- BSc, Marmara University (2000–2004)
Her research focuses on metacognitive strategies in vocabulary development, student motivation, and innovative teaching methodologies. She has contributed to international conferences on topics like academic speaking skills, child language comprehension, and political discourse analysis.
Recent publications emphasize digital learning tools, learner engagement, and cognitive-linguistic approaches in language education. Notable projects include the FSME online teacher training course developed with the University of Oregon, addressing motivation and engagement in classrooms.
Currently serving as Head of Department at Gaziantep University, she continues to bridge theoretical research with practical applications in English language pedagogy.
