Elementary Turkish (A1)

Service Description

Designed specifically for absolute beginners, this program focuses on building a friendly and practical foundation. It begins by introducing the Turkish alphabet, teaching essential daily vocabulary, and building the confidence to handle basic real-life interactions. Emphasis is placed on functional skills, including the use of polite expressions, navigating local markets, reading short texts, and filling out basic information forms. Through a blend of cultural insights and interactive exercises, participants develop the ability to hold simple conversations and understand the heart of Turkish daily life. ​Course Syllabus is attached to this link. Gökçe Karaoğlu holds a PhD in media and communications and an MA in management and economics from the University of Zurich (UZH), Switzerland, as well as a double major in business administration and media and visual arts from Koç University, Istanbul. Having taught communication courses at the university level, she incorporates an interdisciplinary perspective into her teaching practice. She is currently a researcher and translator for a specialized publishing house focused on the history of the book and book arts. In addition to her academic work, she is a dedicated bookbinder with a keen interest in the preservation of printed heritage. * The course starts during the first week of October and concludes in the second week of December, spanning 10 weeks (20 sessions). The exact days and times will be scheduled based on the availability of both the instructor and the learners. * Once learners enroll, Silk Road Academy will coordinate the class schedule, process payments, and manage administrative details. * Silk Road Academy can issue invoices so learners can request reimbursement from their affiliated universities or institutions. * Class days and times may be adjusted in accordance with the request of enrollees. * Registered participants will receive full access to recorded session videos and all course materials. Download the syllabus here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17n-EpfH507EO_iRpPvquKWrCu3iPEdmb/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=113935631537346795068&rtpof=true&sd=true https://4be5ee6d-09a1-41ae-a5f7-7f49dace295b.usrfiles.com/ugd/4be5ee_9e3fb1ad4f5c4fcbbd36f279060ee877.docx