With the First Industrial Revolution, educational institutions emerged as a cornerstone of modern society, systematically facilitating the transfer of knowledge for centuries and preparing individuals for life in society. Today, we live in an era of breathtaking scientific and technological advancement—an era where artificial intelligence, data science, virtual reality, and cognitive technologies are reshaping education. This era demands not only new tools but a fundamental transformation in the nature of learning, teaching, and education itself.
The importance of educational institutions will continue to endure, just as it has in the past. However, these institutions must evolve from being merely places where knowledge is transmitted into personalized, technology-supported, experiential learning environments. In this context, the teaching profession also requires a profound paradigm shift.
At TED University Faculty of Education, we position teachers as the “new generation of educators” for this new age. These educators are no longer just transmitters of content; they must be leaders who design learning environments, consider individual differences among students, use technology effectively, make data-driven decisions, and act with ethical responsibility.
In this journey of transformation, we are reimagining both our curricula and our academic infrastructure. With new programs aligned with international standards, digital pedagogies, interdisciplinary collaborations, creative technology infrastructures, micro-credentialing, and global partnerships, we are preparing the “new generation of educators” not only to compete nationally but also to thrive on a global stage.
We view the transformation of education faculties not merely as a necessity, but as a significant opportunity. Our goal is to elevate the societal status of the teaching profession through innovation and to create more meaningful, effective, and sustainable learning experiences for our students. On this path, we embrace a research-based and innovative approach in collaboration with our academic staff, stakeholders, and students.
We firmly believe that the educational institutions of the future will be built by combining the legacy of the past with the technology of today and the vision of tomorrow. With the contributions of our valued students, faculty members, and all our stakeholders, we will carry out a transformation that will serve as a model both nationally and internationally.
If you aspire to become one of the “new generation of educators” shaping the future, we invite you to join the TED University Faculty of Education family. Let’s work together for a better education.
Prof. Dr. Kürşat Çağıltay