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ELT Department Hosts National Workshop on Exam Paper Evaluation

2026-04-14T16:46:27+03:00

Enhancing Assessment Quality and Fairness The English Language Teaching (ELT) Department is committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of academic practice. In line with this commitment, we are pleased to announce the successful completion of a productive workshop focused on Exam Paper Evaluation. Held on November 28, 2025, the session brought together faculty members to engage in a detailed and critical assessment of recent examination papers. Workshop Objectives The primary goal of this focused workshop was to conduct a thorough analysis of current examination practices, specifically aiming to: Objective Focus Identify Strengths Pinpoint effective elements within exam papers that successfully measure student learning outcomes [...]

ELT Department Hosts National Workshop on Exam Paper Evaluation2026-04-14T16:46:27+03:00

Supervisor Selection for Graduation Research and Capstone Projects

2026-04-14T16:44:44+03:00

ELT Department Ensures Structured Academic Guidance The supervisor selection process for Graduation Research and Capstone projects in the English Language Teaching (ELT) Department aims to ensure that students receive appropriate academic guidance that aligns with their research interests and inclinations. To this end, the department prepared and published an online survey inviting students to indicate whether they intended to undertake graduation research or capstone projects. Selection Process Based on their choice of project type, the department asked students to get in touch with academic staff whom they thought would provide better assistance for their respective projects. Step Process 1 Students indicate project type preference via online survey 2 Students contact preferred academic [...]

Supervisor Selection for Graduation Research and Capstone Projects2026-04-14T16:44:44+03:00

International Workshop on Kurdish Language Textbook Concludes Successfully

2026-04-14T16:43:07+03:00

Joint Event by Goethe Institute and TIU's ELT Department Held on November 20, 2025 – TIU Campus, Erbil Tishk International University is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the International Workshop on “The Kurdish Language Textbook in Transition,” a collaborative event between the Goethe Institute and the English Language Teaching Department, Faculty of Education, TIU. The workshop brought together a distinguished group of international and local scholars, policymakers, and language educators for a full day of discussion, knowledge-sharing, and collaborative planning for the future of Kurdish language education in the Kurdistan Region. A Day of Collaboration and Insight With increasing cultural and linguistic diversity in the Kurdistan [...]

International Workshop on Kurdish Language Textbook Concludes Successfully2026-04-14T16:43:07+03:00

International Workshop: The Kurdish Language Textbook in Transition

2026-04-14T16:41:06+03:00

Joint Event by Goethe Institute and TIU's ELT Department Date: November 20, 2025 Venue: Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq Tishk International University is pleased to announce the upcoming International Workshop on “The Kurdish Language Textbook in Transition,” organized collaboratively by the Goethe Institute and the English Language Teaching Department, Faculty of Education, TIU. This important international event will bring together leading German and Kurdish linguists, educators, and policymakers to engage in a forward-looking dialogue on the future of Kurdish language teaching, particularly for non-Kurdish speakers living and working in the Kurdistan Region. Addressing Growing Linguistic Needs The workshop arises from the growing linguistic needs of an increasingly diverse Kurdistan Region. With ongoing [...]

International Workshop: The Kurdish Language Textbook in Transition2026-04-14T16:41:06+03:00

Education Beyond Certificates – Building the Future of ELT at TIU

2025-10-04T09:03:48+03:00

Advancing English Language Teaching The Department of English Language Teaching at Tishk International University successfully hosted a national workshop titled "Education Beyond Certificates – Building the Future of ELT in Kurdistan" on September 3, 2025. The event brought together educators, researchers, and departmental staff to explore innovative approaches in English Language Teaching that transcend traditional qualifications. Workshop Focus The workshop emphasized evolving ELT practices to address contemporary educational demands through: Practical skills development beyond theoretical knowledge Lifelong learning approaches in language education Technology integration with pedagogical methods Curriculum innovation for modern educational needs Departmental visibility enhancement strategies Session Topics Key Discussion Areas Analysis of student drop-out [...]

Education Beyond Certificates – Building the Future of ELT at TIU2025-10-04T09:03:48+03:00
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