FATΔ°H PALA | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award
Assoc. Prof. Dr FATΔ°H PALA, Oltu Science and Art Center, Turkey
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Pala is an academic specializing in social studies education, with a focus on digital tools and technology integration in teaching. He holds a doctoral degree (2020) and a Master’s (2016) in education. His research includes studies on digital storytelling, environmental perceptions, and the use of digital games in history teaching. Dr. Pala has published numerous articles in international journals and presented at national conferences. He is also the editor of the book HikΓ’yelerle DeΔerlerimiz. With experience as a school principal and educator, he aims to innovate in teaching through digital methods. ππ»π
Publication Profile
Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Pala completed his Bachelor’s degree on June 14, 2011, and went on to earn a Master’s degree in March 2016. His Master’s thesis, titled “Sosyal bilgiler derslerinde yer alan tarihleri ΓΆΔrencilerin hatΔ±rlama dΓΌzeyi ve tarihlerin ΓΆΔretiminin ΓΆΔretmen ve ΓΆΔrenci gΓΆrΓΌΕlerine gΓΆre incelenmesi” (2015), was supervised by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet ΕimΕek. He pursued his Doctoral studies and received his degree in November 2020. Dr. Pala’s academic focus has been on social studies education and history teaching methodologies. πππ
Leadership & Contributions
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Pala is the editor of the 2023 book βHikayelerle DeΔerlerimiz,β which focuses on values education. He has contributed to the field by presenting research on teachers’ perceptions of gifted education at the 34th National Special Education Congress in 2024. His academic work highlights his commitment to advancing education and fostering an understanding of diverse teaching needs. Dr. Pala’s efforts in both scholarly writing and research presentations reflect his passion for improving educational practices. ππ¨βπ«π
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Pala is the Founder and Director of Oltu Bilim ve Sanat Merkezi (2022), dedicated to promoting science and art education. His leadership and commitment to education are reflected in his prior role as the Deputy Principal at Küçük Orcuk Secondary School (2022), where he supported academic growth and development. Dr. Palaβs work emphasizes fostering creativity and critical thinking in students, merging the worlds of science and art. His innovative approach continues to inspire future generations in Turkey. ππ¨π¨βπ«β¨
Research focus
Fatih Pala’s research primarily focuses on education, particularly in social studies and history teaching. His work explores innovative methods like digital storytelling, the integration of digital technology, and the role of philosophy education in fostering critical thinking and conceptual achievement in students. He investigates how educational practices, such as group work and digital competencies, impact students’ academic performance, attitudes, and knowledge retention. Additionally, Pala has studied the challenges faced by students from migrant backgrounds and how teacher behaviors influence students’ learning, especially in social studies. His contributions aim to enhance teaching methods and student engagement. ππ»ππ©βπ«
Publication Top Notes
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Conclusion
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih Pala’s continuous contributions to educational innovation, coupled with his research on digital tools in social studies teaching, his leadership roles in academic settings, and his publications, all highlight his suitability for the “Best Researcher Award.” His commitment to improving educational practices through digitalization and social studies teaching positions him as a transformative figure in the academic community. πβ¨Β