Innovating Education Through Sustainability
How can education become more effective, balanced, and sustainable for the future?
The “Innovating Education Through Sustainability” conference brings together instructors, teachers, lecturers, school leaders, directors, teacher trainers, and education professionals who are exploring exactly this question. The event focuses on practical ideas that can be applied in everyday teaching, while also recognising the important role of leadership in supporting meaningful and lasting change across institutions.
In this context, sustainability goes beyond environmental awareness. It also means using time and resources wisely, supporting teacher wellbeing, promoting inclusive practices, and developing approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment that remain effective over the long term.
The conference explores a range of areas, including teaching methods, curriculum design, assessment and testing, digital tools, and whole-school practices. It aims to provide realistic and adaptable strategies that improve learning while supporting both teachers and students.
By bringing together different perspectives and experiences, the event creates a space for sharing ideas, building connections, and encouraging collaboration across educational contexts.
Together, we move from ideas to impact, shaping education that lasts.
İnanç Uçaröz
İnanç Uçaröz is a dedicated and accomplished English language educator with over 25 years of teaching experience and a distinguished record of leadership in higher education. She currently serves as the Director of the English Preparatory School at ARUCAD University, where she leads initiatives focused on academic excellence, innovation in language education, and continuous professional development. A graduate of Eastern Mediterranean University with a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature, she began her academic career at Near East University, where she taught for two decades and contributed extensively to curriculum design, assessment development, and teacher mentoring. Her leadership journey includes roles as Speaking Coordinator, Curriculum and Testing Unit Coordinator, and Vice Director before assuming directorial responsibilities at ARUCAD University. Ms. Uçaröz has successfully led major institutional quality assurance and accreditation processes, ensuring the continuous enhancement of academic and administrative standards. Her strategic leadership emphasizes sustainable growth, staff development, and educational quality, contributing significantly to institutional advancement and student success.
Sena Tanta Gülaydın
Sena Tanta Gülaydın is an Instructor at ARUCAD University. She earned her B.A. degree in English Language Teaching from Cyprus International University, where she also completed her M.A. degree in the same field. She began her academic career as a Research Assistant at Cyprus International University, gaining valuable experience in language education and academic research. Between 2021 and 2024, she taught English at the Preparatory School of Final International University, where she also worked in the Testing Unit and served as the A2 level organiser. She is currently working at ARUCAD University, where she teaches English. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she is an active member of the Testing Unit, contributing to the preparation and evaluation of language assessments
Benjamin Bailie
Benjamin Bailie is a Senior Instructor at ARUCAD – Arkin University, where he teaches Academic English in the English Preparatory School. He holds a TEFL certificate, an MA in Communication and Media Studies, and a Bachelor’s degree in Music. His teaching experience includes IELTS and Cambridge English preparation, academic writing, and general English courses at various CEFR levels. He previously worked in journalism as a sub-editor and reporter, and also provides online instruction through online platforms.
Arif Celal Sözer
After graduating from Yükseliş Private High School in Ankara, Arif Celal Sözer continued his studies at Hacettepe University Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design department. Afterwards, he studied philology at Ankara University, Faculty of Language and History-Geography and graduated in 2000. Throughout his first business experiences in the field of import-export in Turkey, he made international correspondence, organization and English – Turkish translations. During those times he also worked as a translator in coordination with translation offices. After his teaching experience in a private English course, he broadened his teaching practice skills with the most contemporary methods through an intensified English teachers’ training program in American Culture UK which provided him with the international TESOL English teaching certificate accredited by Harvard. He worked as a supervisor in IELTS exam programmes at the British Council for four years. He taught English in private English courses, and four different private schools in Ankara until 2023. He joined ARUCAD family by the beginning of 2023 – 2024 academic year.
Özge Güzeltepe Gönç
Özge Güzeltepe Gönç graduated from the English Language Teaching Department of Girne American University in 2011 as the top student of her faculty. She completed her M.A. in English Language Teaching at the same university in 2015. She worked as a lecturer at Girne American University in 2013 and later taught English in well-known private institutions such as TED and Bahçeşehir Colleges. In 2020, she successfully completed the “Launching Innovation in Schools’’ program offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Since 2023, she has been working as a lecturer in the English Preparatory School at Arkın University of Creative Arts and Design.
Asu Uzbaşlı
She studied English Language and Literature at Hacettepe University in Ankara and got her Teaching Certificate from 9 Eylül University in 1998. Since then, she has been teaching in private sector including various colleges and language schools consisting different age groups. She joined Arucad family in 2025.
Yasemin Kılıç
Yasemin Kılıç is an English teacher with 12 years of experience teaching students across a wide range of ages, proficiency levels, and cultural contexts. Her work centers on building inclusive learning environments where all learners feel supported and motivated to develop their language skills. She is passionate about fostering global awareness through language education and helping students connect English learning to meaningful real-world experiences.
Duygu Ozler
Duygu Ozler has been in the ELT world for over 20 years. She has a BA in American Culture and Literature and an MA in English Language Teaching. She holds an ICELT, DELTA, Teacher Training Certificate (Sabancı University) and Trainer Training Certificate (Anatolian Training Institute). She has worked at various institutions ranging from elementary schools to universities in different parts of Turkey, as a teacher, an administrator and a trainer. She is one of the founding members of TESOL Turkey. Her research interests include teacher research, in-service teacher education, critical thinking in education and testing and assessment. Currently, she is working as a Teacher Trainer and Marketing manager for Macmillan Education, Western Europe.
Abstracts
- Registration deadline: 22 June 2026
- Submission of abstracts: 22 June 2026
- Announcement of Accepted Abstracts: 23-24 June 2026