On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Turkish Language and Literature, Teaching (TLT) study program at the International University of Sarajevo (IUS) organized the seventh session of the Turkology Talks series, bringing together academics, researchers, and students for a timely discussion on the growing role of technology in language education.
The lecture, titled “Development of Language Skills and the Use of Technology in Teaching Turkish to Foreigners,” was delivered by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Önder Çangal, a faculty member of the TLT study program.
The session offered participants valuable insight into contemporary approaches to teaching Turkish as a foreign language. In his presentation, Dr. Çangal emphasized the importance of integrating innovative digital tools into educational processes and demonstrated how technology can be effectively used to support the development of core language skills.
The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of current methodologies and highlighted the ways in which technological advancements are reshaping language instruction. By exploring the intersection of pedagogy and digital learning environments, the session opened space for reflection on how more interactive, engaging, and effective learning experiences can be created for students.
The event concluded with an engaging discussion, marking another successful and enriching edition of the Turkology Talks series. Through gatherings such as this, the TLT study program continues to foster academic dialogue, share contemporary research, and support professional development in the field of Turkology.
