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Turkish
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English
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Italian
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From TurkeyLiving in Other, Turkey (18:05 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 1, 2019Me as a Teacher
In the lesson, I hold firm two main principles: first, providing a comfortable environment, second, creating an encouraging atmosphere. My students always tell me that I am very patient and organized.
I consider that I developed an aptitude for making learning Turkish become much easier, enjoyable and practical for my students.
My professionalism also allows me to tailor language education according to individual interests, needs, and capacities.
When teaching Turkish, promoting cross-cultural awareness forms an important part of my lessons. Teaching the language involves both the students and myself in a dynamic conversation about our cultural backgrounds. My lessons & teaching style
I adapt the materials according to the learner’s needs. If a learner is interested in basic vocabulary or dialogues, I organize the lesson accordingly. Or if another learner would like to focus on conversation, I’m happy to create speaking lessons. Even though I use a communicative approach, all my lessons are supported by a solid knowledge of grammar.
According to me, a basic but correct conversation is really important for self-confidence in any language. If a learner can master basic sentence forms, the rest will come much easier. On the other hand, making mistakes is also very important. Especially, a learner can not speak without making a mistake the first and second time.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Test templates and examples
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
- Video files
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
TESOL - Vancouver International College Career Campus - 2018
Certificate verified
Train Teachers of Turkish as a Foreign Language - TÖMER (Turkish Language Research Center) - 2012
Certificate verified
Turkish Intensive Course for Erasmus Program - Maltepe University - 2010Instructed modern Turkish speaking, grammar, reading and writing, also utilized some
learning materials and developed my own materials for beginner level students.
Certificate verified
Education
2002 - 2008
Bachelor’s - Turkish Language and Literature
2018 - 2021
Bachelor’s - Child DevelopmentSecond University
2008 - 2012
Master's - History
Work Experience
2017 - 2019
Freelancer Instructor of Turkish for ForeignersInstructed all levels of modern Turkish (speaking, grammar, reading and writing) to non-
Turkish students, also preparing the learning materials according to their needs.
2012 - 2017
Instructor of Turkish for Foreigners- Instructed all levels of modern Turkish (speaking, grammar, reading and writing) to
foreigners residing in Istanbul, such as diplomats, expatriates, and Erasmus students, also
preparing and adapting the learning materials according to their needs.
- Taught Turkish to kids and children. Developed and adapted the learning materials
according to their interests.
- Guided cultural and social tours in Istanbul.
2013 - 2013
Lecturer of Turkish for International StudentsDeveloped materials from newspapers, magazines and videos for upper-intermediate
level students. (Part-time, Spring 2013)
2012 - 2012
Instructor of Turkish for TeachersInstructed modern Turkish speaking, grammar, reading and writing for beginner level
students from a decided book. (Part-time, Summer 2012)
2010 - 2010
Lecturer of Turkish Language for Native SpeakersInstructed modern Turkish Language to Turkish students, also using a determined book
and with the support of my own materials. (Fall, 2010)
2010 - 2010
Instructor of Turkish for Erasmus StudentsInstructed modern Turkish speaking, grammar, reading and writing, also utilized some
learning materials and developed my own materials for beginner level students. (Summer, 2010)
5.0
Rating
38
Students
864
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Turkish Lessons
Trial Lesson
23 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
General Turkish Lessons: A1-A2 Levels / Easy Turkish Lessons / All Skills
A1 - A2Language Essentials596 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 5% off
Conversation Turkish Lessons: All Levels / Correction Your Errors / Feel Comfortable / More Natural Talk
A1 - C2Conversation29 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 5% off
Advanced Turkish Lessons: C1-C2 Levels / Authentic Materials / Newspaper / Essay / Article / Books / Movies / Are you ready for an advanced Turkish Speaker?
C1 - C2Language Essentials25 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 5% off
Intermediate Turkish Lessons: B1-B2 Levels / More Conversation / All Skills
B1 - B2Language Essentials168 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 5% off
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163 Reviews
d51ef9
71 Turkish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Başak is the perfect teacher. She is structured, she has a good command of the material and she is patient and allows the student to make mistakes - with notes and corrections that can be studied after the lesson. Furthermore, Başak gives homework and is quick to correct texts outside of the lesson hours. For anyone who is serious about learning Turkish, Başak is the perfect choice.
Nov 3, 2020
93160e
68 Turkish lessons
Başak was very helpful in reviewing the grammar concepts we learned the week before and was supportive in practicing Turkish conversation in conversation together. Looking forward to class next week!
May 24, 2021
93160e
68 Turkish lessons
We continued with unit 6, Başak was very supportive and gave a lot of helpful tips with learning the “(A)biler” grammar. She also makes me feel very at ease to practice speaking Turkish together. Looking forward to the next class!
May 11, 2021
58bab3
56 Turkish lessons
Teacher’s pick
This was a great and interesting lesson, I already feel that I can speak a little bit and I feel the progress! I like very much that in the lessons we do all language activities: a lot of talking, listening, grammar, and doing homework i also could practice writing and spelling. Thank you so much Başak! Teşekkür ederim!
Apr 12, 2020
93160e
68 Turkish lessons
We reviewed more grammar concepts of “-biler”, along with a listening exercise. Başak was very supportive in helping me to to understand how to use this concept with different tenses and was able to provide extra material for me to learn. She also makes it very easy and comfortable to practice Turkish together!
May 17, 2021
e19d66
53 Turkish lessons
Basak is very patient and didactic. She always encourage to speak, which is the key for learning a language. Thanks to her I have made excellent progress in short time.
May 10, 2021
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