COLLEGE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

COLLEGE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Eyüboğlu College's academic program prepares our students to meet the requirements of both domestic and international higher education successfully. Through the integrated national and international curricula, our students are nurtured to become individuals ready to fulfill the demands of higher education, both at home and abroad.

Communication serves as a bridge uniting all societies worldwide, while also being the fundamental force enabling individuals to explore themselves and others, ensuring continuous personal development. The primary goal of our courses is to help students grasp the power and intricacies of language through the distinguished works of Turkish and world literature. Moreover, we aim to maximize their ability to use Turkish effectively and correctly in both oral and written expression. However, our ultimate aim is to cultivate individuals who are not only well-versed in the national literary heritage but also possess a rich understanding of world literature, equipped with universal human values. These individuals should be open-minded, tolerant towards diverse perspectives and cultures, and competent in acquiring and presenting knowledge.

In the Turkish Language and Literature courses, the primary focus is on developing the skill of using one's mother tongue effectively in various contexts. These courses follow the guidelines set by the Ministry of National Education and incorporate approaches from international programs to analyze works from different periods and genres in detail. Students are encouraged to question and seek knowledge in an interactive environment, thus enhancing their research skills.

With a strong academic foundation, Eyüboğlu students achieve high levels of success in both domestic and international examinations. To foster socially and culturally developed individuals, various initiatives such as "Literature and Book Days" events, the Creative Writing and Film Critique Club, inter-class debate competitions, and the "Yakamoz" literature magazine, featuring the writings of Eyüboğlu students, play a significant role in supporting education.

At all levels, the use of visual and three-dimensional materials, which are crucial components of mathematics education worldwide, is integrated into the curriculum. Mathematical concepts are made more visual and concrete in classes through the use of new mathematical software and state-of-the-art calculators capable of graphic representation. The development of students' teamwork skills, a vital requirement of "Differentiated Education" strategies and International Baccalaureate Programs, is emphasized, and the significance of mathematics as a communication tool in research questions and daily life projects is highlighted. It is emphasized that mathematics plays a crucial role in understanding life and problem-solving.

Students are provided with regular opportunities to participate in various mathematics competitions at the national and international levels. These competitions include the Turkey Brain Games, TÜBİTAK competitions, inter-school Mind Games and project competitions organized by reputable universities, as well as international competitions such as the American Mathematical Association (ASMA) Exam, the University of Waterloo Mathematics League in Canada, the International Schools Mathematics Teachers Foundation (ISMTF) competitions, and the Kangaroo Math competitions. This allows students to achieve different successes on both national and international platforms, nurturing their mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities. Eyüboğlu students who are members of the Destination Imagination (DI) Club prepare for and participate in the National and International competitions organized by one of the world's most important and largest creativity organizations, Destination Imagination. These competitions cover various categories, and Eyüboğlu students have consistently achieved numerous Turkey Championships in their respective fields. Every year, they successfully represent our country at the DI World Finals held in the state of Tennessee in the United States.

Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions are the first educational institution in Turkey to include Astronomy in the high school curriculum. Within the framework of the course and club activities, Astronomy lessons and scientific observations take place at the Eyüboğlu Twin Observatory. Eyüboğlu also collaborates with globally significant astronomical organizations such as AAVSO (American Association of Variable Star Observers) and ASP (Astronomical Society of the Pacific). Additionally, Eyüboğlu annually organizes and hosts the "Scientist For A Day" Article Competition for students in Turkey as part of NASA's global initiative aimed at engaging students in scientific research.

In all levels of the social sciences program, the courses encompass the principles and revolutions of the contemporary era, embracing the principles of Atatürk, knowing its history and culture, experiencing the creation of knowledge through scientific methods within social and cultural contexts, using and interpreting it. The goal is to cultivate individuals who think critically, make creative and accurate decisions, are aware of the fundamental values of democracy, respectful of human rights, sensitive to the environment they live in, possess developed social participation skills, and are aware of their rights and responsibilities. The educational environment is enriched beyond the classroom through various competitions and traditional trips organized every year. Additionally, the European Youth Parliament (EYP) conferences hosted by us provide students with a different learning environment through the participation of students from different schools and countries.

In our high school, science education aims to cultivate students who are inquisitive, critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, self-confident, open to collaboration, able to express themselves, entrepreneurial, and lifelong learners. In line with this goal, it is essential to impart the necessary foundational scientific skills to students through the MYP (Middle Years Programme) and DP (Diploma Programme) programs.

The Science Department consists of subfields in physics, chemistry, and biology. In all areas, the aim is to encourage students to evaluate scientific ideas, spark curiosity, synthesize knowledge, solve problems, perform accurate analysis and calculations, present their findings effectively, and use terminology correctly.

The aim of the physics course is to assist students in understanding the rules governing the universe and its functioning and to develop the necessary mathematical skills for applying these rules. In addition to enhancing students' analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, it also ensures that they have knowledge about how systems operate. In the classes, various methods, such as scientific article writing and interpretation, experiment design, implementation, and analysis of experimental results, are employed to assess students' different skills.

The aim of the chemistry course is to enable students to see chemical processes in everyday life and their applications in science. It is essential for the student to understand the process rather than memorizing facts. In the classes, various methods, such as scientific article writing and interpretation, experiment design, implementation, and analysis of experimental results, are employed to assess students' different skills.

The aim of the biology course is to enable students to understand how they should behave in the vital realm where living organisms hold a significant position, to support the environment, to perceive, classify, and name living organisms correctly in the environment. In the classes, various methods, such as scientific article writing and interpretation, experiment design, implementation, and analysis of experimental results, are employed to assess students' different skills.

The Science course in preparatory classes comprises the achievements from physics, chemistry, and biology. In this course, students not only cover scientific topics but also enhance their English language skills, including grammar and vocabulary.

In 9th and 10th grades, all students take the Science courses in accordance with the Ministry of Education curriculum, following the MYP (Middle Years Programme) approach. In 11th and 12th grades, during the Diploma Programme, students can graduate by choosing either standard level (SL) or higher level (HL) science courses (physics, chemistry, biology). While the content and the number of units and achievements vary between these courses, students who choose either standard level or higherlevel courses are equally responsible for the common units and achievements in their respective curricula. Students taking higher-level courses are responsible for both the additional achievements from common units and all achievements from elective units. Within the Diploma Programme, students are required to complete an individual research project called "Internal Assessment" in the course they have chosen.

The programs implemented at all levels are supported by laboratory work. The goal is for students to learn by doing and experiencing in a laboratory setting. The physics, chemistry, and biology laboratories where Science courses are held provide opportunities for research and experiments related to all topics in the 9-12 Ministry of Education (MEB) and IB curricula. Well-equipped laboratories with computer-connected measuring devices serve as more than just spaces for students to conduct their experiments. These labs also function as science centers where students prepare projects and participate in both national and international competitions. These laboratories, which students can also use individually outside of class, are the hub for the successes achieved in national and international competitions.

In addition to traditional laboratory work, virtual laboratory experiments are also implemented. Students can access the system through a website and conduct experiments in a pre-arranged virtual environment, allowing them to repeat experiments as many times as they like at their convenience.

Classes are also conducted in Virtual Reality (VR) laboratories. By providing students with an immersive environment, where the sense of presence and imagination contribute to improving their problem-solving skills, these VR labs offer interactive learning experiences that aid in the structuring of knowledge.

Project work allows students to look at the world through a broader lens by enabling them to follow national and international research. The Eyüboğlu laboratories, where the seeds of awards in TÜBİTAK middle school and high school project competitions are sown, are under the supervision and guidance of laboratory teachers who assist and support students. The Science Fair, which showcases nearly 150 projects from around 30 schools each year, the fun experiments and activities-filled Science Festival, and the numerous projects students participate in at both national and international competitions are the most prominent examples of the success of science education at the school.

The high school English program aims to help students express themselves fluently and accurately in both written and spoken form in various contexts through reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills. It also aims for students to succeed in international exams (such as TOEFL, IELTS, FCE, etc.) and the Higher Education Foreign Language Exam. Additionally, the program encourages students to develop independent reading habits and sustain them throughout their lives. Students are taught to approach different types of texts critically, using various genres, and to analyze them.

One of the program's most important goals is to instill in students a positive attitude, appreciation, and respect for different cultures. In line with these objectives, students effectively utilize technological tools (smartboards, tablets, Google Classroom, digital reading platforms) and research skills within their lessons. As a natural consequence of the excellent English education they receive at Eyüboğlu, students actively participate in numerous conferences, panels, and debates both domestically and internationally.

Every language represents a new culture, a new world. In this context, Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions prioritize and support multilingualism, offering German and Spanish as the second foreign languages to students, which are languages that have a broad appeal and effective usage worldwide. Students continue their education in their chosen second foreign language based on their interests and goals until the end of high school. The aim is to provide high school students with a new perspective and to cultivate intercultural awareness. These efforts are accompanied by the use of technological innovations, and a conceptual learning approach is applied to establish connections with other subjects. Students research the culture of the language they are learning, share with their peers in other languages, study literary works in the learned language, analyze and interpret them, and keep up with the culture's current events through contemporary publications. Additionally, Eyüboğlu students participate in certificate exams prepared in accordance with the European Common Language Criteria. The aim is to target the B1 certificate exam (such as FIT or DELE) at the 10th-grade level.

Technology is an ever-evolving field that serves all branches of science in today's world. It plays an active role in advancing other sciences and making discoveries. It is one of the fastest advancing fields in our era, characterized by extreme variability, requiring continuous monitoring and updates. As stated in our mission and values, Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions place great importance on innovation and keep abreast of technological developments. To achieve excellence in education, we integrate technology into the student's learning experiences and aim to cultivate honest, fair, respectful, and responsible digital citizens. In the Information Technologies course, students are provided with a seamless education opportunity using the latest technological tools and annually updated educational software packages. Students are nurtured to become individuals who are proficient in using information systems, capable of developing their vision in line with these systems, and able to produce the right technological solutions in the right place.

Classes are conducted in 6 information technology laboratories equipped with the latest technologies in accordance with the demands of the modern era. In the Information Technologies course, students are nurtured to become digital citizens who:

  • Create rather than just consume with technology,
  • Use Information Technologies in an ethical and secure manner,
  • Have the confidence to use technology to enhance their lives with ease and quality,
  • Know and use the quickest and most effective methods to access information,
  • Identify the right program to solve problems,
  • Embrace the stages of design, take on a creative vision, and efficiently reach results within a project,
  • Utilize internationally recognized software along with terminology,
  • Develop algorithms and possess programming skills.

Students explore different visual art disciplines and the evolution of art, enabling them to develop diverse perspectives. They have the chance to bring forth all kinds of talents and requirements. By raising awareness about art and design elements, they gain the self-confidence to see themselves as artists.

The Performing Arts Department plays an important role in supporting students' personal, cognitive, and social development through music education. It aims to enhance their perception and learning capacities, establish physical and mental coordination, discover individual talents, develop teamwork skills, and instill a sense of responsibility.

In this regard, the philosophy of Eyüboğlu Educational Institutions' Performing Arts Department necessitates the cultivation of students who have an appreciation for national and universal music culture, can play at least one musical instrument, possess a developed sense of music, can distinguish quality music, follow various music events, and are aware of their inner potential. At the high school level, students not only receive music history and theory education in elective music classes but are also screened for talent by the Performing Arts Department teachers. Following the principle that each of our students may have hidden talents, we provide a strong foundation for them to take their first steps toward specialization in disciplines such as Violin, Guitar, Percussion, Music Technologies, Choir, and Wind Instruments, allowing them to discover their talents.

Our program covers all levels from 5th grade of middle school to 10th grade of high school. In addition to choral activities, students can join the musical club and perform many world-famous musicals (such as Evita, The Fiddler On The Roof, Les Miserables, Fame, Joseph, West Side Story, Cats, Mamma Mia, Grease, Hair Spray, Mary Poppins, etc.). The high number of students participating in these activities is an indicator of how much they are supported not only in their social development but also in the development of their music culture.

The high school physical education program includes practicing the skills and techniques related to sports. The program aims to integrate sports into students' daily lives and, based on the principle of "Lifelong Sports," encourages them to see and embrace the fact that sports are an integral part of human life. The physical education program also encompasses developing students' self-confidence and finding practical solutions to sudden decisions through sports. Additionally, Eyüboğlu students have the opportunity to participate in school and Eyüboğlu College Youth and Sports Club teams, depending on their talents and different age categories. These students, who are licensed in various sports branches, stay for post-school training under the supervision of expert coaches to compete successfully in Istanbul and Turkey Championships. Students participate in club activities for their chosen sports branch, which includes two class hours per week, in addition to their academic, arts, and other extracurricular activities.