Keynote Speakers

Keynote Title: "Integrating Sustainable Development Goals into University Life: Challanges and Opportunites"
 Bio: Prof. Dr. Sibel Balcı works as a faculty member in the Department of Primary Education at TED University Faculty of Education. Dr. Balcı is a distinguished academic in the field of science education, with a particular focus on education for sustainable development. She completed  the Department of Secondary Science and Mathematics Education, Middle East Technical University. Dr. Balcı then pursued her Ph.D. at the same institution, where she specialized in eco-schools. Her work has encompassed sustainable development goals, primarily in the context of SDG 4 Quality Education.
Dr. Balcı is also a dedicated educator, teaching courses in environmental education, science education integrated with sustainable development goals and related fields. She is known for her commitment to student success and her ability to inspire future teachers. Beyond her teaching and research, she actively engages in environmental projects and collaborates with partners to develop sustainable environmental solutions.
Currently serving as the Dean of Students, her work with university students involves topics such as sustainable campus practices, gender equality, responsible consumption and production. At present, she is collaborating with a researcher benefiting from the Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship Program to systematically design a core curriculum and extracurricular activities for integrating sustainable development goals into University life.
Prof. Dr. Balcı's work continues to make significant impacts in the field of education for sustainable development, reflecting her dedication and expertise.