Training on the Effective and Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence

As the Department of English Language Teaching, we value understanding and explaining Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) more effectively. In this regard, “Training on the Effective and Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence” was held on October 8, 2025, with presentations by the head of our Department, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gökçe Kurt Tiftik, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Polat, aiming to help our students use AI in the most efficient and appropriate way. During the training, various subfields of artificial intelligence were introduced and its potential benefits and risks were discussed. In addition, detailed guidelines were provided to help students use AI tools consciously. Since the responsible use of artificial intelligence in academic work is highly important for maintaining academic integrity, we would like to thank our instructors for organizing this valuable training to raise students’ awareness and help them benefit from AI in the best possible way.

 

Training of Trainer - with Clinical Psychologist Elvan Karadağ Uzun

On June 11, as part of the Trainer Training program, a pleasant and fruitful meeting was held with the participation of Specialist Clinical Psychologist Ms. Elvan Karadağ Uzun and the faculty members of our department.

At the beginning of the event, Ms. Elvan Karadağ Uzun delivered a comprehensive presentation on the fundamental concepts and theoretical approaches in the field of psychology, providing valuable insights to our academics. Key aspects related to the individual's inner world were shared with the participants, along with various suggestions aimed at enhancing personal awareness, self-understanding, and psychological well-being.

Following the presentation, Ms. Karadağ Uzun invited faculty members to share examples of challenges they encounter in their professional lives, and together, potential solutions were developed based on these examples. Later, an exchange of ideas took place among the faculty members of our department, during which commonly faced challenges in academia were discussed and possible ways to address them were explored.

We extend our sincere thanks once again to Ms. Elvan Karadağ Uzun for this valuable and heartfelt conversation.

 

"Education in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence” – Prof. Punya Mishra

Prof. Dr. Punya Mishra, a globally renowned scholar in the field of education and technology at Arizona State University’s Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College and co-creator of the TPACK (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge) model, delivered a talk titled “Education in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence” on May 21, 2025. The event was hosted by the Department of English Language Education at Marmara University’s Atatürk Faculty of Education. In his keynote speech, Prof. Mishra offered a comprehensive perspective on how education systems should be restructured in the era of artificial intelligence. Highlighting the transformative impact of generative AI on education, he emphasized that teachers should no longer be mere transmitters of knowledge but rather professionals who creatively design learning experiences. He also underlined the importance of evaluating the roles of AI in education through a careful, critical, and ethical lens. At the conclusion of the event, the Dean of the Atatürk Faculty of Education, Prof. Dr. Seyfi Kenan, presented Prof. Mishra with a commemorative plate bearing the Marmara University logo and his own signature as a token of appreciation. During the presentation, the Dean concluded his remarks by recalling a meaningful quote by Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, dedicated to teachers:
“Teachers! The Republic expects from you generations who are free in thought, free in conscience, and free in knowledge.”

 

GEA - Earthquake Preparedness Training Seminar

On May 14, a seminar titled "Earthquake Preparedness Training" was delivered for students and faculty members by Ms. Betül Ergün, a member of GEA Search and Rescue Association. The precautions to be taken before, during and after earthquake were addressed thoroughly with the presentation of GEA Team. Participants were informed about how to prepare an emergency kit, identify safe zones, and plan for emergencies. We extend our thanks to Ms. Betül Ergün and the GEA Search and Rescue Team for their valuable contributions to this seminar, which aimed to raise awareness and improve preparedness for disasters.

 

GEA - Life with Earthquakes Training

 

GEA Search and Rescue Ecology Group gave a training seminar to our students on "Living with Earthquakes".

 

"Teacher on the Road" Seminar

 

Within the scope of the 'Teacher on the Road' program, Joe Murphy, an English instructor from England and an expert in his field, gave a seminar in our department.

 

Training on Living with Earthquakes