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ITEtalks#23 From citizenship education in Hong Kong to the world, with Kin Cheung Adrian YanIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Kin Cheung Adrian Yan.
Kin Cheung Adrian Yan is a teacher and researcher at The Education University of Hong Kong. Besides his research interests in Citizenship education, comparative education, sociology of education he has completed a PHD in Citizenship Education at University College of London in the UK. In today's episode he will tell us about his research, his findings and discuss what citizenship can entail.
Thank you all for listening and thank you Kin Cheung Adrian Yan.
2025-01-2125 minITEtalks#22 Geography teaching and student teachers, with Frederik De Laere.In today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Frederik De Laere.
Frederik De Laere is a lecturer in geography and international coordinator in Howest School of Education. eTwinning ambassador ITE (Initial Teacher Education) and also is a project coordinator Erasmus+ KA2 project DLAB (Digital Learning across Boundaries). also a poet in his free time. He has published five poetry volumes (publishers: PoëzieCentrum, Uitgeverij Vrijdag, Fluxenberg) and poems in several literary magazines and anthologies. enthusiasm
2024-11-1420 minITEtalks#21 Research about effective classroom management, with Theo WubbelsIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Theo Wubbels.
Theo Wubbels received his masters degree in Physics in 1974 from Utrecht University and his PhD in Education in 1984. He was a physics teacher and school principal in a Montessori High school from 1973-1978 and then moved to Utrecht University, first as a curriculum developer for physics in secondary education (1978-1980) and then as an assistant professor in teacher education (1979-1986). As a full professor in Education from 1991 onwards he became Dean of the Institute of Education (1994-2002) and then moved to the Faculty of...
2024-11-1323 minITEtalks#20 Teaching and international experiences, with Georgios GiannakopoulosIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Georgios Giannakopoulos.
Georgios Giannakopoulos has completed his bachelors degree in social policiy and gained a second bachelors degree in Educational competency. Finally, he has gained a masters degree in social policy and social interventions. His experiences as a teacher has been in multiple places across Europe and today he will share more information in regards to that.
Thank you all for listening and thank you Georgios Giannakopoulos.
2024-11-1123 minITEtalks#19 Formative assessment as the need of students , with Dylan WiliamIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to professor Dylan Wiliam.
Dylan Wiliam is a prominent British educational researcher and professor known for his work on formative assessment and effective teaching practices. His career spans decades in education, during which he has focused on how teachers can improve student learning through assessment for learning (AfL) techniques. Wiliam's work emphasizes that regular, low-stakes assessments and feedback can help guide students toward mastery by making learning goals clear and providing actionable steps for improvement. His research has had a significant impact on classrooms worldwide, promoting strategies...
2024-10-2928 minITEtalks#18 Feminism, masculinity and love, with Dr. Stephen WhiteheadIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Dr. Stephen M. Whitehead.
Dr. Stephen M. Whitehead is a sociologist, educationalist, author, feminist and researcher. Now retired, he has written and still. writes books regarding identity, self-love, gender studies and many other topics. Some of his books can be seen below and also on his website, www.stephen-whitehead.com
'Men and Masculinities' (Polity, 2001)'The Masculinities Reader' (Polity, 2002)'Managing Professional Identities' (Routledge, 2002)'Many Faces of Men' (Arrow, 2004; reprinted 2014) 'Sociology of Men and Masculinities' (5 Volume Reader) (Routledge, 2006)'The Relationship Manifesto' (Andrews, 2012, reprinted 2018)'My Dark Side' (Andrews, 2...
2024-10-2532 minITEtalks#17 Teaching, activism and international experiences, with Elizabeth ColemanIn today's delayed episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Elizabeth Coleman.
Elizabeth Coleman is an accomplished EFL educator and CPD supervisor, known for her commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments that empower both students and teachers. With an LL.M. in Gender, Sexuality, and Human Rights, and a BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics, she applies a critical, intersectional approach to her teaching. Coleman has developed specialized courses, including English for Specific Purposes (ESP) for medical and nursing students, and TOEFL preparation classes. Additionally she is also a sought-after speaker, having...
2024-10-1724 minITEtalks#16 Life as an international student at ITESS with Anastasia BelianchikovIn today's delayed episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Anastasia Belianchikov.
Anastasia Belianchikov is a 4th year student at ITESS with Australian roots. She has travelled to over 50 countries and is passionate about travelling and teaching. She has been the chairperson of Run-EU, a European alliance that secures the sustainable economic, social, cultural and environmental progress of Europe to decrease the regional disparities in the EU. In this episode Anastasia will talk about her life as an international student in The Netherlands and will give her advice upon this.
2024-09-2623 minITEtalks#15 Inspiring citizens, with Scott JamiesonIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking to Scott Jamieson.
Scott Jamieson is a Learning Facilitator at Inspire Citizens in Singapore. He is a Canadian who has worked as a teacher and school administrator in the Middle East, South East Asia and many more places around the globe. Within this episode he passionately explains the concept of global citizenship and the company he is currently working for. His advice, experiences and stories are a new perspective onto teaching and life.
Thank you Scott Jamieson and thank...
2024-06-1127 minITEtalks#14 A talk with the head of Tokyo International School, with Daniel ReynoldsIn today's episode your host Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking with Daniel Reynolds.
Daniel Reynolds is the head of school at Tokyo International School in Japan. He is an international educator who has completed his bachelor degree in physical education and beholds a masters degree in educational management. He has had many international experiences teaching in various places abroad and shares these with us in this unique episode. This episode contains pieces of advice he gives, lessons he has learned throughout his career as an educator and shares his experiences as a...
2024-05-2824 minITEtalks#13 An internship experience in Istanbul, with Thea PaftalutaIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing Thea Paftaluta about her internship experience in Istanbul, Turkiye.
Thea Paftaluta, is a second year student at ITESS (International Teachers Education for Secondary Schools) majoring in the subject field of history. During this episode she will tell us about what her internship experience was like, what she thought about Istanbul, what she learned and many other valuable experiences that have brought her to the person and teacher she is today.
Thank you Thea Paftaluta for sharing your experiences and...
2024-05-1527 minITEtalks#12 A special project from The British International School, with Briley HabibIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing Briley Habib and her two students about a project that they conducted at The British International School.
Briley Habib is a Geography teacher at The British International School in Istanbul. Within her Geography classes she has conducted a special project about migration. What it means to be a immigrant? What is migration? What role does migration take within international schools? and many other questions are being discussed within this special episode. Not only does the teacher (Briley Habib) share this but she has also...
2024-02-2126 minITEtalks#11 Teaching English in Turkiye, with Professor Tuncer CanIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing professor Tuncer Can.
Associate professor Tuncer Can is a university lecturer and coordinator at Istanbul university in Turkiye. He has completed both his bachelors and PHD degrees at Istanbul university specializing in Teaching English as a second or foreign language. Additionally, he has been a lecturer at Syracuse university in New York teaching the Turkish language. Now he is involved in many different beneficial projects within the field of education. Today Melinda Karaca will talk with this special guest about interesting topics regarding the...
2024-02-0728 minITEtalks#10 Productivity, motivation and more with Renske ZuurveenIn today's episode your host (Melinda Karaca) will talk to Renske Zuurveen.
Renske Zuurveen is a specialist in productivity, learning strategies, psychology, and behavioural change.
She has completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Groningen. Which she later followed up with a Master of Science in psychology and law at Maastricht university.
She helps you to create your unique habits that boost your productivity. Therefore, she interested in changing bad habits and finding your unique way of studying in order to become more productive.
2024-01-2421 minITEtalks#9 Takeover by Hannah Rasmussen about cultural identityToday's episode will be part of a new serie that will take place within this podcast. After having three episodes completed by your host (Melinda Karaca), there will be a takeover episode done by someone else.
Hannah Rasmussen, a third year student at ITEPS (International Teachers Education For Primary Schools), will be discussing cultural identity from a personal perspective.
Hannah grew up partly in Denmark and Belgium. Once she graduated so moved around between Switzerland, Denmark and the Netherlands. With all the international experiences she always encountered the same...
2023-11-0117 minITEtalks#8 An inspiring perspective on teaching, researching and more, with Elke van DermijnsbruggeIn today's episode your host (Melinda Karaca) will talk to Elke van Dermijnsbrugge.
Elke van Dermijnsbrugge is a lecturer, researcher and academic coordinator at NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences. She is interested in alternative research methods (in education) and in the application of utopian and speculative thinking.
She has completed masters in Germanic Languages and educational leadership and additionally completed a doctor of philosophy at The University College in London. She has taught and lived in different places around the globe.
In this episode she will talk about different ways of conducting...
2023-10-0534 minITEtalks#7 Experiences in course creation and more with Leonardo GomezIn today's episode your Host (Melinda Karaca) will speak to Leonardo Gomez. Leonardo Gomez is a teacher, course and curriculum designer, course and content creator, educator, and ELT consultant with extensive international experience.
He has a background in teaching for over than 23 years and has completed his bachelor’s degree in foreign languages and literature in Brazil. Additionally, he has completed a master’s degree in teaching English as a foreign language and corpus linguistics at Birmingham University. He currently works at Seneca college in Toronto, Ontario, Canada as a sessional professor in the English language institute.
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2023-09-2037 minITEtalks#6 An alternative way of teaching English, with Ruth PringleIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing Ruth Pringle about an alternative English language school in Scotland.
Ruth Pringle is a principal language coach and the course coordinator of Blue Noun. Blue Noun is a Scotland based language Hub which gives online services to artists, designers makers and creative thinkers to get fluent in spoken English. Ruth Pringle is an English language coach for creatives and for other professionals. She has received her graduate certificate in Art History and completed a fine art degree.
She has an history in being an artist, m...
2023-09-0627 minITEtalks#5 How to start a new school year? with Melanie KohlerIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be talking with Melanie (a third year student at ITEPS) about how it is to be starting a new school year. There will be some tips and pieces of advice given in this episode. This episode is especially dedicated to incoming students this year. We hope it will give you an idea of how it is to be starting with ITESS or ITEPS.
If you have any questions about anything feel free to reach out to one of us or the ITE team.
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2023-08-2331 minITEtalks#4 Takeover by Melanie Köhler, What is home?Today's episode will be part of a new serie that will take place within this podcast. After having three episodes completed by your host (Melinda Karaca), there will be a takeover episode done by someone else.
For this episode Melanie Köhler, a student from ITEPS (International Teachers Education for Primary Schools) will discuss the topic of home.
Melanie Kohler grew up in Germany and went to school there. Once she graduated she went to the United States of America. Afterwards she started to study ITEPS in The Netherlands. Currently she completed her second year a...
2023-08-0921 minITEtalks#3 Taking time for yourself, with NYT Bestselling author Sharon SalzbergIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing Sharon Salzberg.
Sharon Salzberg is a New York Times Bestselling author and teacher of Buddhist meditation practices of the west. She one of the co-founders of The Insight meditation society in Massachusetts, America.
She has written multiple books including her New York Times Bestseller, Real Happiness – The power of meditation: A 28-day programme (2010). She runs a Metta hour podcast and contributes monthly to a column On-Being. This is a Peabody award-winning public radio conversation. The Metta hour podcast brings Buddhist wisdom into eve...
2023-07-2631 minITEtalks#2 Teaching English in Japan, with Professor Kensaku YoshidaIn today's episode Melinda Karaca (your host) will be interviewing professor Kensaku Yoshida.
Professor Kensaku Yoshida has studied English studies at the faculty of foreign studies at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan. He received a master’s degree in linguistics from Sophia University and completed his doctoral course work at the University of Michigan. He has worked until his retirement in 2021 at Sophia University as a distinguished professor and as the director of the language education and research.
Since April 2021 he has assumed the position of Honoury president of the Eiken Foundation in...
2023-07-1234 minITEtalks#1 Getting to know your host, Melinda KaracaIn today's episode of the ITEtalks podcast, Mika Bitar will be interviewing Melinda Karaca (your host).
Mika Bitar is a fourth-year student at ITESS and had his own podcast which was about ITESS. He will be graduating soon and therefore stopping with that podcast. The podcast he had been working on had another name, focused on different topics and was mainly build around ITESS.
I got inspired by him and created my own version of this podcast. My podcast focuses on the ITE community as a whole and discusses different topics with guests, teachers and...
2023-06-2827 minITEtalksWelcome to ITEtalksToday's episode is a short introduction to what the ITEtalks podcast is about.
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