Demet Dimitra Uyar

Turkish Teacher

Demet Dimitra UYAR

Native Turkish speaker, Turkologist, researcher, translator, and interpreter with 20 years of experience teaching the Turkish language. She teaches all proficiency levels using modern interactive methods tailored to the needs and goals of each student.

Education

·         BA in Turkish and Modern Asian Studies, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) — Very Good

·         MA in "Historical Research, Didactics, and New Technologies," Ionian University — Distinction (Excellent)

·         PhD research, Justus Liebig University, Germany — In progress

Certifications & Training

·         Certificate of Teaching Competence in the Turkish Language, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA)

·         "Training of Adult Educators" Certificate, University of Macedonia

·         Professional certification/license to practice as a Turkish language instructor, Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs

Professional Experience

·         20 years of teaching the Turkish language

·         Turkish-Greek translation and interpreting for courts and NGOs

·         Collaborations with TV and film productions and news media

·         Professional activity in the cultural and broader professional sectors

Exam Preparation

Preparation of students for certification and language proficiency exams, including: KPg (State Certificate of Language Proficiency), DİLMER, TÖMER, and Istanbul University Turkish Language Exams.