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Talk and Understand Turkish easily and well with Başak who is an Experienced and Patient Teacher for Adults and Kids-Online/In-Person Lesson

Merhaba!

About me:

I was born in Istanbul in 1983. I started teaching Turkish while studying Turkish Language and Literature at university. I worked in a language school and at universities, and I suppose I gained success. 😀 I have been teaching Turkish professionally for 14 years. I also taught Turkish for 4 years when I was a university student.

I learned Ottoman Turkish at the university, so I'm familiar with Persian and Arabic vocabulary. I also studied Persian, German, and Italian grammar.

I completed my master's degree in Ottoman history and spent a semester as an Erasmus student at the Turkish Studies Department of Leiden University.

I am interested in literature, cinema and TV series (nowadays Korean).

Me as a Teacher:

I hold firm to two main principles: providing a comfortable environment and creating an encouraging atmosphere.

My students always tell me that I am patient, positive and well-organized. I have developed an aptitude for making learning Turkish much easier, more efficient and practical.

My professionalism also allows me to tailor language education according to individual interests, needs, and capacities. I use a book prepared by a university in Turkey.

You will not hesitate to make mistakes. After a while, you will realize your mistakes and start to correct yourself.

Do you think that learning Turkish isn't easy? By progressing systematically in your learning journey, you will not feel the difficulties and will enjoy it.

My lessons & teaching style:

Even though I use a communicative approach, my lessons are supported by a solid knowledge of grammar because Turkish has a very different structure.

I use a book set that Istanbul University prepares. The course book is structured with a strategic approach to learning Turkish by using all the language skills: reading, grammar, writing, listening, watching, and speaking from A1 to C2. All these skills are essential for conversation.

I will give you tips on how to study Turkish, so you can work more effectively and learn Turkish well.

The workbook includes many exercises for homework or revision. I support the book with my authentic materials. I use a board that you can see anytime, and you can edit it, too.

Repetition-based speaking practice plays an important role in my lessons.

I will share all the materials (books, audio, videos, authentic materials) with you according to your level.

Notes:

There are 5 levels in total in Turkish: A1-A2 level (basic), B1-B2 level (intermediate), C1+ (advanced).

You could complete all levels 2.5 times faster by having private lessons compared to group lessons.

No matter what level you're at! Are you ready to start speaking? Don't worry about the rest; let's decide which level you learn Turkish. :)

Turkish Lessons for Kids:

You can contact me if you want your child to learn Turkish naturally with games, songs, learning cards, and educational videos. In this lesson for students between the ages of 5 and 16, I will help them love and speak Turkish.

I will make your child feel comfortable while learning in my lessons with rich and fun materials.

Görüşmek üzere :)

Extra information

One-on-one lessons on Apprentus are just for you. Are you ready to see the benefits and start speaking right away? We will not forget to smile while having fun and learning interesting lessons.

Location

Online via webcam
At teacher's location: Yakacık Yeni, Mühürdar Caddesi, Kartal/İstanbul, Turkey

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Turkish, Italian, German, Arabic

About Me

How learning a new language opens a new window into a person, teaching Turkish is also the same for me! I was always interested in languages - I could speak a bit of Italian and learned Persian grammar except English.

I always think about Istanbul -I was born and grew up here- it is a good place for self-improvement. First and foremost, Istanbul hosts international people coming from around the world. It is considering to me, I am lucky because I have one of the most pleasant professions.

I have met numerous people, taught Turkish, and told them about Istanbul. Those people told about their cities and expressed themselves. Of course, all these happened when I taught Turkish. 😊 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.

Teaching Turkish is not only teaching a language but also teaching a culture. I am interested in cinema, and music and like visiting museums.

I write books and movie analyses in my spare time.

Education

* Istanbul Bilgi University, Istanbul, Master of Arts in History, 2012. (Full Scholarship)

* Leiden University, Leiden, the Netherlands, Exchange-Erasmus Student in Turkish Studies, 2010.

* Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Bachelor of Arts in Turkish Language and Literature, 2008. (Full Scholarship)

Experience / Qualifications

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

* Freelancer Instructor of Turkish for Foreigners, Istanbul, January 2018 - Current.

* Instructor of Turkish for Foreigners (Adults and Kids), Concept Languages, Istanbul, 2012-2017.

* Taught Turkish to Children, MEF International Schools, Istanbul, between 2014-2016.

* Lecturer of Turkish for International Students, Istanbul Şehir University, Istanbul, Part-time Spring 2013.

* Lecturer of Turkish Language for Native Speakers, Maltepe University, Istanbul, Fall 2010.

* Instructor of Turkish for Erasmus Students, Maltepe University, Istanbul, Summer 2010.

RELEVANT TRAINING-CERTIFICATION:

• TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), in Queen Tesol Centre, Istanbul, (06 January- 25 February 2018)

• “Workshops for How to Teach New Methodologies and How to Prepare New Materials for Adults and Children”, Concept Languages, (2012-2017, Monthly)

• “Programme in Training Teachers of Turkish as a Foreign Language”, Turkish Language Research and Application Center (TÖMER), (02-28 April 2012)

Reviews (20)

Başak is a very kind, patient, and wonderful teacher. I look forward to my lessons with her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to learn Turkish!
Amazing
Very good first lesson. Good preparation and books.
Başak is a wonderful teacher! I enjoy our online lessons. She is a very well prepared and patient teacher.
I've been studying with Başak for over 1 year and have found the lessons really helpful. I feel like I'm advancing quickly and feel motivated to put in the time and energy to learn. I'll be continuing to study with her for the foreseeable future. She's a great, patient and encouraging teacher who really understands the language and how to teach it well.
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Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

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