About Me

Welcome to VIRTualteachlab!

This platform was created to support ELT (English Language Teaching) professionals in effectively integrating Virtual Reality (VR) technologies into their language classrooms. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your teaching toolkit with immersive tools, you'll find practical resources, guides, and inspiration here.

Let me introduce myself. I am a senior lecturer and PhD candidate at the Faculty of Education and Humanities, Suleyman Demirel University (SDU), Kazakhstan. I began my journey at SDU in 2018 as an assistant lecturer, building on a strong foundation of teaching experience. My career in education started even earlier—working with both young learners and adults at the Centre of English Studies for You.

In 2021, I was admitted to the PhD program at SDU, where my research focuses on the innovative use of Virtual Reality in language education. This work reflects my passion for integrating cutting-edge technology into teaching to enhance learner engagement and outcomes.

Alongside my academic pursuits, I am also a proud mother of four. Balancing a dynamic professional life with family responsibilities has taught me resilience, time management, and the value of lifelong learning—qualities I bring to both my research and teaching practice.

Thank you for visiting, and I hope this space becomes a valuable resource on your own VR teaching journey!

Qualifications

MA in TESOL (2018) – Suleyman Demirel University, Kazakhstan
BA in TESOL (2016) – Suleyman Demirel University, Kazakhstan

Certificates

IELTS (7.0) – British Council, Kazakhstan (2019)

Courses Taught

TFL 207 (B2) – Academic Writing
TFL 109 (B1) – Listening and Speaking
TFL 245 (B2) – Major Foreign Language in International Communication Contexts
TRA 103 (B1) – Foreign Language: English
TFL 119 (B1) – Extensive Reading (English)
TFL 124 (B1) – Expository Writing
TFL 333 - Critical Thinking Strategies

Scholarships

In 2023, I won a scholarship from the Center of International Programs Bolashak to attend the Research and Teaching Training Program at The George Washington University. During the one-year program I mastered skills in Advanced Academic Writing, Instructional Course Design and Research Methods, etc.

World Bank Youth Summit 2025 Delegate

In 2025, I was honored to be selected as a delegate for the World Bank Youth Summit, an international platform that brings together young leaders from around the globe to collaborate on solutions to the world’s most pressing development challenges. As a delegate, I engaged in high-level discussions on Digital Transformation and Data, shared perspectives on technology in education, and explored innovative strategies for inclusive and sustainable development.

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