Seda Ayhan

Experienced and dedicated Biology educator with 15 years of teaching expertise, specializing in IB DP Biology and AP Biology instruction. Trained in the IB ESS course and well-versed in MYP, IGCSE, and A-level Biology curricula through private tutoring experience. Skilled in guiding academically high-achieving students to success. Known for adaptability and commitment to team goals, while consistently delivering quality educational outcomes. Experienced in designing and implementing curriculum as well as organizing field trips and school events. Seeking to contribute to and grow within an international school community.

• Date of Birth: 01/05/87
• Number of Children: 2
• Nationality: Turkish Citizen
• Marital Status: Married

• 11/05/24, Category 2 - IB DP Biology Workshop Online
• 10/24/24, Category 2 - IB DP Environmental Systems and Societies Workshop at Maltepe University, Istanbul
• 05/27/23, Redesigned external assessment in DP Biology: paper 1 webinar offered by Kognity
• 05/28/23, Redesigned external assessment in DP Biology: paper 2 webinar offered by Kognity
• 06/01/23, Unpacking the new DP Biology Internal Assessment webinar offered by Kognity
• 06/09/23, Migrating your DP Biology lesson plans webinar offered by Kognity
• 06/22/20, Extended Essay Training Workshop at Uskudar American Academy as participant
• 02/25/17, 14th IB Day Biennial at Marmara Education Institutions, İstanbul
• 07/08/16, Category 1 - IB DP Biology Workshop at the IBAEM-AEM123-PYP-MYP-DP and Continuum Categories 1, 2 & 3 Workshops in Barcelona, Spain

• 10/23/23, "Autumn Teacher's Conference" at Eyüboğlu College as presenter; "Bioinformatics: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Teaching Biology & Computer Science"
• 12/09/22, "Bioinformatics Forum" at Gebze Technical University as participant
• 10/22/22, "Autumn Teacher's Conference" at Enka Schools as presenter; "Biograph: Teaching Complex Models in Biology Applying a new program 'Starlogonova' offered by MIT"
• 11/04/19, "Autumn Teacher's Conference" at Koç Schools as participant
• 10/20/18, "Autumn Teacher's Conference" at Robert College as participant
• 03/03/17, "Educational Technology Summit" at Raddison Blu Hotel as participant
• 12/12/16, "Microsoft Education & Technology Event" at Wyndham Hotel as participant
• 12/10/16, "Tech Tools: Reframing Instructional Design to Enhance Learning" at Üsküdar American Academy as participant
• 08/25/16, "T3 Turkey Workshop: Technology for Science and Mathematics Teaching" from T3 Europe at Üsküdar American Academy
• 04/16/16, "A Global View on School Education: Spectrum of Education 5" at FMV Ayazağa Işık High School as participant
• 03/26/16, "3rd Educational Technology Conference" at Yeditepe University as participant
• 03/05/16, "Educational Technology Summit" at Raddison Blu Hotel as participant
• 02/2016, "Learning Technology Exchange Network" at FMV Erenköy Işık High School as participant
• 03/2015, "EdTech Summit" at Bahçeşehir University as participant
• 05/2013, "Learning in Digital Era and iPad Training" presentation to Açı Primary and Middle School Teachers at Açı School as presenter
• 04/2013, "Learning in Digital Era" presentation to Fonty's University, UAA, Enka Adapazarı College at Açı Schools as presenter
• 02/2013, "Apple Leadership Tour" at Çırağan Palace as participant
• 10/2012, Workshop: "How to create interactive iBooks for your lessons?" at Açı Schools for high school teachers as presenter

• 11/13/24, "Molecular Biology Techniques: Comprehensive Approaches for Educators and Enthusiasts" 10 hours online course offered by EMBL Science Education and Public Engagement
• 01/11/24, "The human microbiome in health and disease-A course for educators & microbiome enthusiasts" 14 hours online course offered by EMBL Science Education and Public Engagement
• 12/16/23, "Specialist Teacher" certification from Ministry of Education in Turkey
• 02/01/16, "Global Online Course Environmental Education: Transdisciplinary Approaches to Addressing Wicked Problems" Certificate of Achievement from Cornell University and Course Support Team
• 04/02/16, "Introduction to Sustainable Life: Permaculture Introductory Course" from Belentepe Permaculture Farm
• 01/2016, "TrinityX: T003x Effective Teaching Strategies for College Biology" Certificate of Achievement from edX
• 03/2015, "Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Web 2.0 Tools" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction (96%) from The University of Houston System from Coursera
• 03/2015, "Academic Integrity: Values, Skills, Action from The University of Auckland" Certificate of Participation from Future Learn
• 11/2013, "Evolution a Course for Educators from American Museum of Natural History" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction from Coursera
• 11/2013, "E-Learning and Digital Cultures Course from The University of Edinburgh" Statement of Accomplishment from Coursera
• 11/2013, "Emerging Trends and Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom" Course from University of California" Statement of Accomplishment from Coursera
• 10/2013, "Blended Learning: Personalizing Education for Students" Course from New Teacher Center, Silicon Schools Fund, Clayton Christensen Institute" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction from Coursera
• 09/2013, "Foundations of Virtual Instruction Course from University of California" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction from Coursera
• 09/2013, "Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators from American Museum of Natural History" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction from Coursera
• 08/2013, "Animal Behavior Course from The University of Melbourne" Statement of Accomplishment with Distinction from Coursera

Peter Coles

Former Head of School, Üsküdar American Academy, Turkey

Head of School, International Programs School, UAE

e-mail: pwrcoles@hotmail.com

Özgür Akas

Head of School, Üsküdar American Academy, Turkey

e-mail: oakas@my.uaa.k12.tr

Yasemin Sarıhan

IB DP Coordinator, Üsküdar American Academy, Turkey

e-mail: ysarihan@my.uaa.k12.tr

Seçil Benli

Head of Science Department, Üsküdar American Academy, Turkey

e-mail: sbenli@my.uaa.k12.tr

Gökçe Arıcıoğlu

Former Head of Science Department, Açı High School, İstanbul, Turkey

Mobile: +905355171861