This letter is to state that as the Head of the Foreign Languages Department ( English Language Preparatory Program) at Doğuş University, I worked with Mr. İzzet AKIN between September 2005- February 2007.

Between the periods mentioned above, I found Mr. AKIN to be a hard-working, conscientious, flexible, co-operative and creative member of the teaching staff. He was liked and respected by both his students and colleagues. He is dependable, open to new ideas and definitely has an excellent sense of humor, which he professionally incorporates into his teaching style.

I have no hesitation in recommending him for a teaching and / or administrative position and any assistance given to him is highly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Ahmet YAYMACI
Doğuş University
Former Head of the Foreign Languages Department

I met Mr. İzzet Akın in 2000 and had the privilege to share classes with him both at Marmara University and at Doğuş University. As an English instructor, he exceeds traditional ways of teaching and autonomously uses unique strategies along with communicative and interactive teaching methods for his students’ acquirement of both receptive and productive skills. Mr. Akın has a thoroughly internalized knowledge of English –as a qualified native speaker- and an amazing ability to pass his knowledge to learners at all levels. Having had the chance to share classes with him at all levels, I may unhesitatingly declare that his students, colleagues and administrators not only appreciate Mr. Akın’s motivating, unique, devoted teaching style but also benefit from it to a considerable extent.

Mr. Akın also has such an imaginative and witty mind with an astoundingly wide range of vocabulary that he has the ability to create an authentic English-speaking atmosphere in speaking classes where a variety of spoken registers –such as formal, informal, colloquial language uses- are brought into the classroom and students are expected to gain awareness of how these registers are used distinctively in various real-life situations. Mr. Akın’s use of integrated skills lets his students benefit from this authentically designed, culture-oriented classroom environment as he teaches other skills as well.

I wholeheartedly believe that his academic and pedagogical expertise, tolerant personality, experience in teaching besides his supportive and sociable character make him qualified also for any administrative position in teaching.

In terms of professional ethics, Mr. Akın has an utterly humanist view wherein his colleagues and students are regarded by him as cherishable individuals and precious partners.

Had it not been for Mr. Akın’s partnership, I would presently lack some of the academic and pedagogical qualities I possess especially on the teaching of speaking skills and vocabulary. I recommend him for any academic post related to English teaching.

Başak Ergil

Formerly English teacher,
presently Translation Studies scholar and researcher
(PhD student)

Contact info:
basakergil@hotmail.com

I have known İzzet Akın as a colleague since September 2007, while I have been teaching at the Doğuş University Preparatory Department. During this time we have developed a friendship alongside our working relationship. Izzet appears to be a hardworking and conscientious teacher who demonstrates enthusiasm in the performance of his duties. He also actively participates in department meetings and workshops where he is willing to share his ideas and learn from others. In particular, he possess a caring personality and appears to devote extra time assisting both students and members of staff.
Izzet's sense of humour and other personality traits combined with his professionalism make him a great colleague to work with. I am therefore pleased to have the opportunity to provide this testimony for him. Please don't hesitate to contact me, if you require further information.


Adam DEARNER
adamdeaner@hotmail.com

I have been working with Izzet for the best part of a year and in my considered opinion, Izzet is a talented teacher who displays a certain rapport with his students that is unfortunately rather rare. He is concerned with their linguaistic wellbeing by constantly exposing them to varied vocabulary, which is a particular strong point of his. He is a well rounded teacher.

John ABLORH

I have known İzzet Akın for some time now, both professionally and personally, and I must say he never ceases to amaze me with his dedication to his trade and his commitment to both students and colleagues alike. With extensive English teaching knowledge, as well as a unique insight from having lived in America, İzzet has the first hand experience to optimally teach any level of student. İzzet’s work ethic and approach to accomplishing one’s goals serves as a model for the rest of us.

Kenneth Fine (Instructor)
Doğuş University Faculty
28/02/2008