Arzu Sasmaz, Ph.D.
Turkish linguist and published researcher with Ph.D. in Bilingualism
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Turkish linguist and published researcher with a Ph.D. in Bilingualism and more than 20 years of experience in language education, linguistic assessment, academic research, and cross-cultural communication across Türkiye, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Canada. Experienced in designing and conducting educational research, developing survey instruments, collecting and analyzing research data, and publishing peer-reviewed academic work. Skilled in evaluating written language for clarity, grammatical accuracy, coherence, and cultural appropriateness.
Seeking opportunities to apply research-based language expertise to AI language evaluation, linguistic quality assurance, multilingual content review, and language-focused projects.
Deneyim
Volunteer Mentor - Community Programs - Ottawa, Canada
(2023-01)
- Mentor elementary school children through one-on-one and small-group learning support.
- Support bilingual learners in language development, school adjustment, and confidence building.
- Collaborate with families to promote positive learning experiences and emotional well-being.
Turkish Language Teacher (Part-Time) - Istanbul Language School - Ottawa, Canada
(2022-01)
- Teach Turkish language and literacy to Grades 5–7.
- Develop engaging lesson plans that support language acquisition and cultural identity.
- Assess student progress and adapt instruction to individual learning needs.
Turkish Language Educator & Educational Consultant - Sakarya Education Institute - Türkiye
(2000-01 - 2021-12)
- Prepared students for competitive university entrance examinations.
- Designed educational materials and individualized learning strategies.
- Assessed student performance and provided academic guidance.
Turkish Language Teacher - Bosna Sema Education Institute - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Taught Turkish as a second language to bilingual and multilingual learners.
- Assessed language proficiency and supported language development.
Educational Volunteer - Community Centre - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Supported bilingual and immigrant children during school integration.
- Worked with families to address language-related educational needs.
Doctoral Researcher - International Burch University
(2017-12)
Dissertation: Challenges Faced by Turkish Children Living Abroad in Heritage Language Use and Cultural Identity Acquisition: A Case Study of the Balkans.
- Designed research questionnaires for teachers, parents, and students.
- Conducted field research and collected educational data.
- Analyzed research findings related to bilingualism, heritage language use, and cultural identity.
- Published peer-reviewed research based on doctoral findings.
- Presented research findings at academic seminars.
Eğitim
Ph.D.
- Bilingualism - International Burch University (2017-01)
B.A.
- Turkish Language and Literature - University of Zenica (2009-01)
Computer Technician & Programming - Selçuk University (2002-01)
Child and Youth Care - Centennial College (2028-01)
English for Academic Purposes - Centennial College & Sheridan College
