Holistic Approaches to Teacher Development

Edited by:   Mehmet Tufan Yalçın, Alper Uslukaya, Bahaddin Demirdiş
Imprint:   Information Science Reference
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 279mm,  Width: 216mm, 
ISBN:   9798337304731
Pages:   382
Publication Date:   22 April 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Primary ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Mehmet Tufan Yalçın is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Administration, Supervision, Planning, and Economics at Çankırı Karatekin University. He holds a PhD in Educational Administration and Supervision from Gazi University, awarded in 2018. He also completed his Master's degree in the same field at Gazi University in 2013, following his Bachelor's degree from Dokuz Eylul University in 2007. Dr. Yalçın has made significant contributions to the field of educational leadership, teacher professionalism, and instructional practices. He has published numerous articles in internationally refereed journals, focusing on topics such as the impact of school leadership on student achievement, social capital in education, and instructional capacity in schools. His research often explores the dynamics of leadership and its role in educational improvement and innovation. In addition to his academic publications, Dr. Yalçın has co-authored book chapters and presented papers at prestigious international conferences. His work emphasizes the role of distributed leadership and organizational innovation in enhancing professional development and teacher collaboration. Dr. Yalçın's research continues to shape the understanding of educational leadership and management, making him a key contributor to the field of educational sciences. Alper Uslukaya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Administration, Supervision, Planning, and Economics at Çankırı Karatekin University. He earned his PhD in Educational Administration, Supervision, Planning, and Economics from Fırat University in 2023. He also holds a Master’s degree in Philosophy and Religious Studies from Fırat University, awarded in 2018, and a Bachelor’s degree from Çukurova University, completed in 2005. Dr. Uslukaya has made significant academic contributions through his research on teacher professionalism, educational leadership, presenteeism, and work engagement in schools. His work has been published in numerous international refereed journals, where he has explored topics such as the relationship between school leadership and teacher well-being, teacher burnout, and the impact of social support in educational settings. His research uses advanced methodologies such as multilevel moderated mediation analyses, which contribute to the understanding of complex dynamics within educational institutions. In addition to his academic career, Dr. Uslukaya has extensive experience as a teacher and school administrator within Turkey’s Ministry of National Education, where he worked for over 15 years before joining academia. His practical experience in educational leadership enriches his research and teaching. Bahaddin Demirdiş is an Assistant Professor at Çankırı Karatekin University. He earned his PhD in Educational Psychology from University College London in 2021. He also holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology from University College London, completed in 2015, and a Bachelor's degree from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 2012.