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EAQUALS Accreditation

The School of Foreign Languages at Istanbul Nisantasi University has been accredited by EAQUALS (Evaluation and Accreditation of Quality Language Services) until 2030 after successfully meeting al 56 criteria across 12 different areas of evaluation. This achievement demonstrates that our department meets internationaly recognized high-quality standards in education.

Operating in 35 countries and providing consultancy services to the Council of Europe in the field of language education, EAQUALS is one of the leading internationaly recognized quality assurance institutions in language teaching, with more than 30 years of experience.

The evaluation confirmed that our department meets high standards in the following areas:

  • quality of teaching
  • course programmes
  • course organization
  • learning resources
  • assessment and evaluation

In addition, it was officialy recognized that our department places great importance on the well-being of both students and staff, and that al promotional materials prepared by the department accurately reflect reality.

Point of Excellence

EAQUALS assessors stated that our department demonstrated outstanding standards in the category of “communication with teachers” and awarded it a Point of Excellence. The certificate includes the following statement:

“The comprehensive organization of formal departmental meetings, with minutes shared with participants, ensures that al staff are accurately informed while also fostering collegiality, openness, and a strong sense of belonging.”

We sincerely congratulate al the instructors of the School of Foreign Languages who contributed to this remarkable achievement.

You can access the EAQUALS accreditation certificate of the School of Foreign Languages at Istanbul Nisantasi University here.

About EAQUALS

EAQUALS is an international accreditation organization dedicated to excellence in language education. Its mission is to promote quality and excellence in language teaching worldwide by providing leadership, guidance, and support to governments, educational institutions, and individuals.

Founded in 1991 by a grp of educational experts who shared a common vision of establishing an international quality association for al languages, EAQUALS has developed a set of standards and criteria to ensure quality and consistency in foreign language teaching, drawing on more than 30 years of experience.

Headquartered in London, EAQUALS accredits language schools through a comprehensive evaluation process designed to enhance the quality of foreign language education worldwide. EAQUALS also provides consultancy services to the Council of Europe on language education policies and conducts international training programmes and research in areas such as curriculum development, teacher training, assessment and evaluation, and school management.

Aims

  • To improve the experience of language learners by developing quality standards for the teaching of modern languages
  • To deliver accreditation against these standards for providers of language education
  • To develop practical resources, and offer training and support for those working in the field of modern languages

Values

  • To serve the interests of language learners worldwide
  • To promote al languages and cultures
  • To foster international cooperation and understanding
  • To encourage personal and professional development
  • To uphold openness and transparency
  • To support fair dealing and professional service

 

Leading Strategic Partners

  • The Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)
  • The Council of Europe
  • The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)
  • British Accreditation Council (BAC)

Scope of the Evaluation

The EAQUALS accreditation process involves a comprehensive evaluation procedure. As part of the evaluation of the School of Foreign Languages at Istanbul Nisantasi University, the following activities were carried out:

  • conducting meetings with the institution’s management and academic administrators
  • holding interviews with student and teacher focus grps
  • conducting one-to-one interviews with staff members
  • carrying out classroom observations
  • reviewing the operation of academic management and administrative systems
  • examining al key documents, including materials stored in online environments
  • evaluating the buildings and physical facilities used by the language department

The 12 Evaluation Areas

Institutional Management and Governance:

  1. Management and Administration
  2. Quality Assurance
  3. Communication with Staff
  4. Communication with Students and Other Stakeholders

Academic Management:

  1. Course Design and Supporting Systems
  2. Teaching and Learning
  3. Assessment and Certification
  4. Academic Resources

Student Services:

  1. Student Services

Staff:

  1. Staff Profile and Development
  2. Staff Employment Terms

Learning Environment and Facilities:

  1. Learning Environment

EAQUALS Guarantees 

As an institution accredited by EAQUALS, our department is committed to upholding the following assurances for our students, staff members, and institution. You can access the related documents below:

EAQUALS Accreditation Guide

You can access the EAQUALS website here.

You can access the Istanbul Nisantasi University EAQUALS profile page here.

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