Major: Eğitim Teknolojileri ve Öğretim Tasarımı (Educational Technology and Instructional Design)
Program Overview: This program prepares educators and designers to integrate technology into teaching and create effective learning experiences. Focused on Turkey’s educational needs, it combines pedagogy, digital tools, and instructional design principles to enhance learning in schools, universities, and corporate training environments.
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of technology in modern education.
- Design engaging, technology-enhanced learning materials.
- Develop skills in e-learning platforms, multimedia tools, and educational software.
- Apply instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM) to create effective curricula.
- Evaluate and implement emerging technologies (AR/VR, AI, gamification).
- Align digital learning solutions with Turkish educational standards (MEB curriculum).
Core Courses:
Introduction to Educational Technology
- Overview of digital tools, trends, and their impact on education.
Instructional Design Principles
- Models like ADDIE, SAM, and backward design for lesson planning.
E-Learning Development
- Creating online courses using platforms like Moodle, Canvas, or local Turkish systems (e.g., EBA).
Multimedia in Education
- Using video, audio, and interactive content for teaching.
Gamification and Learning
- Designing game-based learning experiences.
Assistive Technologies
- Tools for inclusive education and special needs support.
Data-Driven Education
- Using analytics to improve learning outcomes.
Practicum in Educational Design
- Hands-on projects designing digital lessons or training modules.
Capstone Project
- Develop a complete educational technology solution (e.g., app, course, or interactive module).
Assessment Methods:
- E-learning module designs
- Multimedia lesson plans
- Gamification projects
- Technology integration reports
- Practicum evaluations and capstone presentations
Recommended Tools/Resources:
- Local: EBA (Turkey’s Education Information Network), Fatih Projesi tools
- Global: Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Moodle
- Books: Eğitim Teknolojileri ve Materyal Tasarımı (Turkish), Design for How People Learn by Julie Dirksen
Prerequisites: Basic teaching experience or interest in education + digital literacy.
Duration: 4 years (bachelor’s) or 2 years (master’s), including internships.
Certifications:
- Eğitim Teknolojisi Uzmanı (Turkish Ministry of Education)
- Certified Instructional Designer (global)
Career Paths:
- Instructional Designer (schools, universities, or ed-tech companies)
- E-Learning Developer (corporate training, NGOs)
- Educational Consultant (advising on tech integration)
- Curriculum Specialist (aligning digital content with MEB standards)
Why This Major? Turkey’s Fatih Projesi and digital education initiatives create high demand for skilled professionals. This program equips you to modernize classrooms, design online courses, or work in Turkey’s growing ed-tech sector. Graduates can shape the future of education by bridging technology and pedagogy.
Note for Ahmad Hamad: Given Turkey’s focus on digital transformation in education, this field offers strong career prospects in both public and private sectors. The program’s alignment with MEB standards ensures your skills will be directly applicable to local schools and institutions. Would you like details on specific universities offering this major in Turkey?
