Dr. Ülkü Çoban Sural | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Ülkü Çoban Sural, Gazi University, Turkey
Ülkü Çoban Sural is an accomplished researcher and academic affiliated with Gazi University, Türkiye, at the Faculty of Education. With a strong focus on primary education, her expertise spans reading comprehension, children’s rights, and value-based education. Ülkü earned her MA and BA in Primary Education from Gazi University, graduating with high honors. Her dedication to education research has led to numerous publications in international journals and book chapters. Ülkü is multilingual, proficient in Turkish and English, and her work reflects her passion for creating inclusive and impactful educational practices. She has contributed significantly to teacher training programs and literacy development, playing a pivotal role in promoting innovative teaching methods. Ülkü is an advocate for lifelong learning, believing in the transformative power of education to shape society. Her research has earned her recognition and accolades in the field of educational sciences, both nationally and internationally.
Professional Profile
Dr. Ülkü Çoban Sural Summary of Suitability for the Award
Ülkü Çoban Sural demonstrates an exceptional academic and professional record that makes her a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. As a faculty member at Gazi University, she has consistently contributed to educational research and practice, focusing on areas such as reading comprehension, children’s rights, and primary education pedagogy. Her educational background, including a Master’s degree with a thesis on children’s rights and a Bachelor’s degree earned with high honors, highlights her dedication to academic excellence.
Her research portfolio is particularly impressive, with numerous publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals indexed in SSCI. She has explored critical topics such as the impact of technology-assisted learning on vocabulary acquisition, the effects of emergency distance education, and strategies for improving reading comprehension and motivation.
Education
Ülkü Çoban Sural holds a Master of Arts (MA) and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Primary Education from Gazi University, Türkiye. She completed her BA in 2011 with high honors, achieving an impressive 3.71/4 GPA. Her MA, completed in 2018, centered on “Opinions of the 4th Grade Students at Public Primary Schools on Children’s Rights,” under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Naciye Aksoy. Ülkü’s academic journey included diverse coursework such as teaching mathematics and Turkish in primary schools, children’s rights education, philosophical approaches to education, and statistical research methods. These experiences shaped her research focus on reading comprehension and literacy education. Her academic training has prepared her to address complex challenges in primary education, and her achievements underscore her dedication to fostering educational innovation and equity.
Professional Experience
Ülkü Çoban Sural has served as an academic at Gazi University’s Faculty of Education, Türkiye, contributing to teacher education and literacy development. Her work focuses on reading comprehension, instructional design, and fostering children’s rights in primary education. Ülkü has participated in various national and international research projects, presenting her findings at esteemed conferences. She has collaborated extensively on developing innovative teaching methodologies, particularly during emergency distance education periods, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Her roles also include mentoring aspiring teachers, publishing action research studies, and designing value-based education programs. Ülkü has gained recognition for integrating technology into education and implementing creative approaches to enhance student engagement. Her professional experience reflects a commitment to educational equity, advancing pedagogical practices, and bridging theory and practice in primary education.
Awards and Recognitions
Ülkü Çoban Sural has earned recognition for her impactful contributions to educational research and practice. She has been celebrated for her innovative studies on reading comprehension and children’s rights. Her publications in high-impact journals have garnered accolades within the academic community, including awards for action research studies that explore reading motivation. Ülkü’s efforts during the emergency distance education period were recognized for their effectiveness in addressing learning challenges posed by the pandemic. She has received honors for her presentations at prominent educational conferences, including the International Primary Teacher Education Symposium. Ülkü’s academic achievements, such as graduating with high honors during her BA and MA, highlight her dedication to excellence. Her work continues to shape educational practices and policies, earning her a reputation as a thought leader in primary education and literacy research.
Research Skills On Social Sciences
Ülkü Çoban Sural’s research expertise lies in primary education, with a focus on reading comprehension, children’s rights, and literacy development. She is skilled in designing and conducting action research, statistical analysis, and qualitative studies to address pressing educational challenges. Ülkü’s ability to integrate technology into education has resulted in impactful studies, including technology-assisted vocabulary activities and innovative distance learning methods. Her proficiency in research techniques has led to publications in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters. Ülkü’s collaborative approach enables her to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams, contributing to teacher training and curriculum design. She excels in synthesizing data and translating findings into practical applications, particularly in value-based education and lifelong learning strategies. Her methodological rigor and commitment to advancing educational research position her as a leading figure in her field.
Publication Top Notes
Developing Reading, Reading Comprehension, and Motivation: An Action Research Study
- Authors: H Akyol, ÜÇ Sural
Citation: EDUCATION AND SCIENCE 46 (205), 69-92
Year: 2020
Gender Perceptions of the Primary School 4th Graders Regarding “Children’s Rights”
- Authors: N Aksoy, ON USTUN, UC SURAL
Citation: Eurasian Journal of Educational Research 19 (83), 145-166
Year: 2019
Göçmen çocuklara Türkçe eğitimi veren öğretmenlerin aldıkları hizmet içi eğitimin değerlendirilmesi
- Authors: ÜÇ SURAL, TG ARI
Citation: International Journal of Languages’ Education and Teaching 5 (4), 996-1009
Year: 2017
İlkokul (1-4) matematik ders kitaplarında yer alan dört işlem becerisine dayalı problem yapılarının incelenmesi
- Authors: N Tertemiz, T Özkan, ÜÇ Sural, HÜ Akçakın
Citation: Uluslararası Türk Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi 2015 (5), 119-137
Year: 2015
SINIF ÖĞRETMENİ ADAYLARININ ÇOCUĞUN KORUNMA HAKKINA YÖNELİK BİLGİLERİ VE EĞİTİM İHTİYAÇLARI
- Authors: N AKSOY, ÜÇ SURAL
Citation: Eğitim ve Toplum Araştırmaları Dergisi 5 (2), 66-89
Year: 2018
Kamu ilkokullarında öğrenim gören 4. sınıf öğrencilerinin çocuk haklarına ilişkin görüşleri
- Author: Ü Çoban Sural
Citation: Gazi Üniversitesi Eğitim Bilimleri Enstitüsü, Ankara
Year: 2018
Acil Uzaktan Eğitim Sürecinin İlkokuma Yazma Öğretimine Yansımaları: Birinci Sınıf Öğretmen ve Veli Deneyimleri
- Authors: N Aktaş, ÜÇ Sural
Citation: Ahi Evran Üniversitesi Kırşehir Eğitim Fakültesi Dergisi 24 (1), 142-209
Year: 2023
Academic Entitlement Expectations of Preservice Primary School Teachers.
- Authors: N Aksoy, ÜÇ Sural
Citation: International Journal of Progressive Education 18 (4), 1-20
Year: 2022
Kamu İlkokullarında Öğrenim Gören Dördüncü Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Çocuk Haklarına İlişkin Görüşleri
- Authors: ÜÇ Sural, N Aksoy
Citation: Türk Eğitim Bilimleri Dergisi 19 (1), 343-367
Year: 2021
Next-generation learning experience: The effect of technology-assisted and printed context-based vocabulary activities on vocabulary knowledge and learning motivation
- Authors: Ü Çoban Sural, Z Yaşar Sağlık
Citation: Education and Information Technologies, 1-31
Year: 2024