Funda TOPRAK

Professor Funda Toprak is involved in various research activities related to Turkish language and literature. Her work encompasses a range of topics, including the examination of Old Turkish literature, semantics, and linguistic structures. Some notable areas of her research include:

1. Old Turkish and Ottoman Turkish: She focuses on the semantics of Old Turkish poems and the analysis of historical texts, such as works by Ali Şir Nevâyi. Her studies also explore metaphorical elements in traditional narratives like "Dedem Korkut."

2. Morphology and Vocabulary Studies: Her research includes morphological examinations of Turkish, particularly regarding constructs that generate nouns and verb structures in historical texts.

3. Comparative Linguistics: She investigates the vocabulary of Turkish dialects and their relations to other Turkic languages, emphasizing comparative studies between modern and historical forms.

4. Supervision of Graduate Studies: Professor Toprak actively supervises numerous doctoral and postgraduate students, guiding research on various aspects of Turkish linguistics and literature. 

Professor Toprak has been actively involved in various research projects, focusing on:
Comparative studies of idiomatic expressions in contemporary Turkish and historical dialects.
The use of reading strategies in Turkish language education.
Some notable publications by Professor Toprak include:
1. "Replacing Idioms Used Today Between Turkish and Historical Turkish Dialects" - This paper explores the evolution and replacement of idiomatic expressions across different Turkish dialects.
2. "Reading Strategies for Use in the Courses of Turkish Teachers" - Co-authored with Selma Erdağı Toksun, this work discusses effective reading strategies tailored for Turkish language educators.
Additionally, she has supervised numerous postgraduate and doctoral theses focusing on various aspects of Turkish linguistics, such as thematic vocabulary in historical texts and comparative studies of Turkish and Azerbaijani literature.

1. Course Instruction: She teaches various undergraduate and graduate courses, including those related to Turkish linguistics, literature analysis, and the history of the Turkish language.

2. Supervision of Theses: Professor Toprak actively supervises Master's and PhD students, guiding their research projects. Her supervision covers topics like metaphorical elements in traditional narratives, idiomatic expressions in Turkish, and vocabulary studies in historical texts.

3. Focus on Methodology: Her teaching emphasizes critical thinking and analytical skills, encouraging students to engage deeply with literary texts and linguistic structures.

4. Workshops and Seminars: She also participates in workshops and seminars aimed at enhancing teaching methodologies for Turkish language educators.