Academic Contributions of AYBU Learning Advisory Program Unit

 Academic Contributions of AYBU Learning Advisory Program Unit

      

 

Dissertations:

● Nasöz, M. (2015) Turkish EFL Learners’ readiness for autonomy and attitudes towards self-access centre (Unpublished master’s dissertation. İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent Üniversitesi, Ankara Türkiye

● Uzun, T. (2013) Learning Tendencies and styles of English preparatory class students using independent learning centres in higher education (Unpublished Master’s Dissertation). Ankara Üniversitesi, Ankara, Türkiye.

● Altındağ, S. (2019) An exploratory study of learning strategies used by university-level English learners after autonomy training through advising in language learning (Unpublished master’s thesis) İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent Üniversitesi, Ankara Türkiye. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11693/52684

● Güllü, A. (2019) Fostering self-regulated learning through the effective learning module. A case-study in Turkish context (unpublished master’s thesis) İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent Üniversitesi, Ankara Türkiye. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11693/52685

Projects:

● 2014-2015: Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, BAP-1628, Scientific Research Project: Independent Learning Center Cooperation Development Support Project (Project manager: Hatice Karaaslan; Researchers: Mümin Şen, Tarık Uzun)

● 2017-2018: Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, BAP-3934, Scientific Research Project: Independent Learning Advisory Unit - Training and Implementation Activities (Case Study) (Project Manager Hatice Karaaslan; Researchers: Mümin Şen, Müge Akgedik-Can, Tarık Uzun, Gamze Güven-Yalçın, Stephanie Lea Howard, Gökçe Arslan, Ebru Sınar-Okutucu, Abdülkadir Güllü)

● 2020-2021: The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK 4005) ILAP Orientation Program

A learning advising related proposal for the Innovative Educational Applications category has been submitted.

Books:

● Howard S. L., Uzun T., & Güven-Yalçın, G. The forest, the tree, the leaves, and me: Practical tools for advising in language learning. Hong Kong: Candlin & Mynard. (forthcoming)

International/National Academic Presentations & Talks:

1. III. European Conference on Social and Behavioral Sciences (Sapienza Üniversitesi, Roma,

İtalya, Şubat 2014)

● Uzun, T. (Şubat, 2014) Learning Styles of Independent Learning Centre Users. Sapienza University in Rome, 6-8 February 2014.

2. Learners & Teachers as Companions on the Road to Autonomy IATEFL LASIG (Learner

Autonomy Special Interest Group) Local Conference (Sabancı Üniversitesi, İstanbul, Türkiye, Mayıs 2014).

● Uzun, T. (May 2014) Learning Styles of Independent Learning Centre Users. Sabancı University,

İstanbul, 29-30 May 2014. The Self in Language Learning (SILL) International Conference (Çağ University, Mersin, Turkey, September 2015)

● Uzun, T., Karaaslan, H. & Şen, M. (Eylül, 2015) Going beyond the regular curriculum: Towards the development of a Learning Advisory Program (LAP). Paper presented at the Self in Language Learning (SILL) International Conference, Çağ University, Mersin, Turkey. (September 2015)

3. Practical Ideas and Trends in Teaching Festival (PITTFest, AYBU, Ankara, Turkey, September 2016)

● Karaaslan, H. (September, 2016). Introduction to reflective dialogue and advising in language learning. Paper presented at the PITT Fest, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September 2016)

4. 13th METU ELT Convention (METU, Ankara, Turkey, May 2018)

● Karaaslan, H., Akgedik-Can, M., Şen, M., Kılıç, N., & Güllü, A. (Mayıs, 2018). SFL students’ attitudes towards blended learning: Critical considerations. Paper presented at 13th METU International ELT Convention, Ankara, Turkey. (May 2018)

5. ICES-UEBK (Antalya, Turkey, April 2018)

● Karaaslan, H. (Nisan, 2018). Advising Strategies: Reframing Attributions to Embrace Growth Needs. Paper presented at the 27th International Conference on Educational Sciences, Antalya, Turkey. (April 2018)

6. 2018- 2019 AYBU SFL - PDU Teacher Training Days

● Howard, S. L., Üstündağ-Algın, P. (September 2018) Better Together: Instructors + Advisors + Learners. Paper presented at the PDU Days, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2018)

7. AYBU SFL Student Orientation of Academic Year 2018-2019

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L. (September 2018) LAP Program Overview & Advisory Education Program Workshop. Presented at the PDU Days, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2018)

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L. (September 2018) AYBU Peer Advising Program Overview. Presented at the PDU Days, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2018)

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L. (September 2018) AYBU LAP Mission-Vision, Purpose & Introduction of the Appointment system. Presented at the PDU Days, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2018)

8. FLE Joint Conference: Unity in Diversity (TOBB, Ankara, Turkey, June 2019)

• Howard, S. L., Yalçın, G. G., Akgedik, M., Karaaslan, H., Arslan, G., Kılıç, N., Üstündağ-Algın, P. & Sınar-Okutucu, E. Language Learning Advising + Mindsets + Learning Plans = Autonomy?

● Howard, S. L., & Üstündağ-Algın, P. Better Together: Instructor + Learning Advisor + Learner = Success.

● Guven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L., Atcan-Altan, N. A Metamorphosis: Turning Teachers into Advisors.

● Howard, S. L., Deniz, B., KILIÇ, S., Guven-Yalçın, G. The Conceptual Evolution of a Student-Centered Peer Advising Program. (Poster presentation)

● Howard, S. L., Guven-Yalçın, G., Uzun, T, & Karaaslan, H. The Conceptual Evolution of a Learning Advising Program.

9. AYBU SFL Student Orientation of Academic Year 2019-2020

● Güven-Yalçın, G. (September 2019) AYBU LAP Unit and Peer Advising Mission-Vision,Purpose & Introduction of the Appointment system. Presented at the PDU Days, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2019)

11. IATEFL LASIG Webinar, March 11, 2020

• Kato, S., Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L. (2020, 11 March). Why, how and what of advising in language learning 2020

12. 2nd TESOL Turkey International ELT Conference. Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Eskişehir,

Turkey, October 2019

• Howard, S. L., Güven-Yalçın, G., Akgedik, M., Karaaslan, H., Arslan, G., Kılıç, N., Üstündağ-Algın,

P. & Sınar-Okutucu, E. (2019, 29-30 October) Language Learning Advising + Mindsets + Learning Plans = Autonomy?

13. AYBU SFL Student Orientation of Academic Year 2020-2021

• Güven-Yalçın, G. (September 2020) AYBU Online LAP Unit Orientation. Asynchronously presented at the school's Moodle system, Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Ankara, Turkey. (September, 2020)

14. Harnessing the Potentials of Technology to Support Self-Directed Language Learning in Online Learning Settings on Thursday, October 15th, 2020.

• Karaaslan, H., & Güven-Yalçın, G. (2020, 15 Oct). Facilitating IRD Using Online Environments and Motivational Resources: Synchronous and Asynchronous Options.

15. AYBU Learning Advising Workshop Series (March, 2021)

• Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L., Karaaslan, H., Akgedik, M., Üstündağ-Algın, P. & Sınar-Okutucu (March 19, 2021) Basic Advising Strategies.

16. IATEFL LASIG Webinar, April 3, 2021

• Kato, S., Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L. (2021, 3 April). Why, how and what of advising in language learning 2021

17. IATEFL LASIG Self-Directed Learning and Advising in Language Education Online Conference, Ankara, Türkiye April 24, 2021

● Şen, H. & Şen M. (2021, 24 April) Perceptions of English language Instructors on the Effectiveness of Learning Advisory Training (LAP) Programme.

● Güler Güllü, A. T. (2021, 24 April) Analyzing Meta-discursive Elements in Advising: A Way of Establishing Rapport.

● Esen, M. (2021, 24 April) A Case Study on the Impacts of Advising on EFL Teacher Development.

● Karaaslan, H. & Şen M. (2021, 24 April) Learning Advisors’ and Students’ Reflections on Their Learning Advisory Program Experiences.

● Karaaslan, H., Given-Yalcin, G., Akgedik, M., Üstündağ-Algın, P. & Kılıç, N. (2021, 24 April) Using Reflective Dialogue Strategies and Tools in Conflict Mediation.

● Guven-Yalcin, G., Karaaslan, H. & Howard, S. L. (2021, 24 April) Building a Model to Flourish Self-determined Learners Beyond the Classroom.

● Güllü, A. (2021, 24 April) Fostering Self-Regulated Learning through the Effective Learning Module: A Case Study in Turkish Context.

● Uzun, T. & Güven-Yalcin, G. (2021, 24 April) The Digitalization of Self-Access and Advising Services in Times of Covid-19.

● Güven-Yalcin, G. & Atcan-Altan, N. (2021, 24 April) Becoming a Learning Advisor: Moving Beyond “Teaching”.

● Karaaslan, H., Given-Yalcin, G., Akgedik, M., Üstündağ-Algın, P. & Kılıç, N. (2021, 24 April) Synchronous and Asynchronous Advising Applications.

● Howard, S. L., Arslan, G. & Suluova, F. (2021, 24 April)The Effects and Implications of a Peer-led Small Group Advising Scheme: A Case Study.

● Howard, S. L., Arslan, G. & Suluova, F. (2021, 24 April) Metaphor Drawing Tool: Interactive Advising Tool Workshop.

● Karaaslan, H., Given-Yalcin, G., Şen, D., Kılıç, N & Howard, S. L. (2021, 24 April) Reflective and Transformative Practice: Developing a Conceptual Framework.

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Karaaslan, H., Howard, S. L., Şen, M., Akgedik, M., Sınar-Okutucu, E., Arslan, G., Güllü, A., Güler-Güllü, A. T., Atcan-Altan, N., Çakır, A., Akıncı-Akkurt, P., Omerovic, E., Rocchi-Whitehead, F., Esen, M., Üstündağ-Algın, P., Kotik , G., Üstün, A., Kılıç, N., Uzun, T. & Şen, H. (2021, 24 April) In the Process of Self-regulation of Advisors: Defining the Advisor-Self. Poster Presentation.

● Howard, S. L., Deniz, B. & Kılıç, S. (2021, 24 April) The Conceptual Evolution of a Peer Advising Program at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. Poster Presentation.

● Sınar-Okutucu, E. (2021, 24 April) Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who is the Most Autonomous of Them All?

18. FLE Joint Conference: Unity in Diversity (Başkent University, Ankara, Turkey, July 2021),

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Karaaslan, H. Howard, S. L. (2021, 2 July) Flourishing as a Self-Determined Learner Within the Play of Learning.

● Sınar-Okutucu, E., Esen, M. (2021, 2 July) Teacher Autonomy in the EFL Classroom: How to Teach Ourselves to Fish for a Lifetime.

19. Landmarks in SALC Contexts. Thinking Back, Moving Forward. (Friday, June 25th 2021)

● Uzun, T. (2021, 25 June) A Decade of Self-Access Experience: The Story of the Independent Learning Center at AYBU. https://kuis.kandagaigo.ac.jp/rilae/lab-sessions/6th-lab-session-friday-june-25th-2021/schedulelab6/

Publications:

1. Independence Newsletter of the IATEFL Learner Autonomy Special Interest Group

• Karaaslan, H. (October/November 2016). [Review of the book Reflective Dialogue: Advising in language learning, by S. Kato & J. Mynard]. Independence Newsletter of the IATEFL Learner Autonomy Special Interest Group (68), 44-47.

• Güven-Yalçın, G. (July/August, 2020). [Review of the webinar Strengthening the teacher-student relationship while supporting autonomy. by C. Ludwig & L. Moore-Walter] Independence Newsletter of the IATEFL Learner Autonomy Special Interest Group (79), 19-20.

• Uzun, T., Omerovic, E., Ustundag-Algin, P., Elmaderesi, B., Karaaslan, H., Ersen-Yanik, A., Celik Uzun, E., & Baba, H. (2021). Reflection: Self-directed learning and advising in language education conference. Independence (IATEFL LASIG), Issue 82, December 2021.

2. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal (In chronological order)

• Uzun, T. (2014). General tendencies of English language learners in using an independent learning centre within the Turkish higher education context. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 5(2), 98-111.

• Uzun, T. (2014). Learning styles of independent learning centre users. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 5(3), 246-264.

• Uzun, T., Karaaslan, H., Şen, M. & (2016). On the road to developing a learning advisory program (LAP). Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 7(1),84-95.

• Howard, S. L. (2019). In-Training advising sessions for new peer advisors: Impacts and benefits. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 10(2), 156-164.

• Uzun, T., & Howard, S. L. (2021). Papers from the self-directed learning and advising in language education online conference. Introduction to the special issue. Studies in SelfAccess Learning Journal, 12(3), 190–194. https://doi.org/10.37237/120301

• Uzun, T., & Guven-Yalcin, G. (2021). The digitalization of self-access and advising services in times of a global pandemic. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 12(3), 248–265. https://doi.org/10.37237/120305

• Güler, A. T. (2021). Analyzing advising sessions for rapport-building discursive elements. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 12(3), 195–211. https://doi.org/10.37237/120302

• Şen, H., & Şen, M. (2021). Perceptions of English language instructors on the effectiveness of learning advisory training programme (LATP) Studies in SelfAccess Learning Journal, 12(3), 231–247. https://doi.org/10.37237/120304

• Guven-Yalcin, G. (2021). The learning advisory program club events and well-being: Regular clubbers’ reflections on their experiences. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 12(3), 212–230. https://doi.org/10.37237/120303

• Sinar-Okutucu, E. (2021). Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the most autonomous of them all? Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 12(3), 281–294. https://doi.org/10.37237/120307

• Uzun. T., Karaaslan, H., Acar, M., Akin, D., Ertunc, S., & Yasar, C. (2021). Through preservice English teachers’ eyes: Impressions on attending an international conference. Studies in Self-Access Learning Journal, 12(3), 307–316. https://doi.org/10.37237/120310

3. Erzincan University Journal of Education Faculty (EUJEF)

• Karaaslan, H. & Şen, M. (2019). Bağımsız öğrenme danışmanlığı birimi eğitim ve uygulama faaliyetleri. Erzincan Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi, 21 (1) , 90-112.

4. RELAY Journal

● Şen, M., Karaaslan, H., Akgedik-Can, M., Uzun, T., Güven-Yalçın, G., Arslan, G., Okutucu, E. S., Howard, S. L., & Güllü, A. (2018). Learning advisor transformation: A collaborative and reflective collage. Relay Journal, 1(1), 113-127.

● Güven-Yalçın, G. (2018). In-between the process and the outcome in advising in language learning: Reflecting on my very first advising session. Relay Journal, 1(1), 65-77.

● Howard, S.L. (2018). Reflecting on my first solo advising session as a learning advisor trainee. Relay Journal, 1(1), 78-88.

● Karaaslan, H. (2018).“Metamorphosis”: In the advising sense. Relay Journal, 1(1), 89-97.

● Güven-Yalçın, G. (2018). Reflecting on successful elements of a mentoring session. Relay Journal, 1(2), 296-309.

● Karaaslan, H. (2019). Mentoring to promote professional well-being. Relay Journal, 2(2), 306- 318.

● Güven-Yalçın, G., Howard, S. L., Karaaslan, H. (2019). Journey to the advisor within: Exploring challenge, transformation and evolution in advisor stories. Relay Journal, 2(2), 319-322.

● Howard, S. L., Güven-Yalçın, G., Karaaslan, H., Atcan Altan, N. & Esen, M. (2019). Transformative self-discovery: Reflections on the transformative journey of becoming an advisor. Relay Journal, 2(2), 323-332.

● Karaaslan, H., Howard, S. L., Güven-Yalçın, G., Şen, M., Akgedik-Can, M., Sınar-Okutucu, E., Arslan, G., Güllü, A., Güler, A.T., Şen, H., Atcan Altan, N., Çakir, A., Akıncı-Akkurt, P., Omerovic, E., Rocchi-Whitehead, F., Esen, M., Üstündağ-Algın, P., Kotik, G., Üstün, A. & Kılıç, N. (2019). The visual message board: A closer look at the learning advisor’s identity construction process. Relay Journal, 2(2), 333-358

● Karaaslan, H. (2020). Advising lessons learned from learner reflections. Relay Journal, 3(1), 55- 65. https://doi.org/10.37237/relay/030105

● Karaaslan, H., & Güven-Yalçın, G. (2020). Exploiting motivational processes to promote advisee engagement and ownership in written advising. Relay Journal 3(2).