QUALITY POLICY

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The Language Education Evaluation and Accreditation Board (DEDAK), which aims to enhance the quality of language education provided in higher education institutions, especially in Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), adopts the philosophy of continuous improvement in foreign language education. To maintain the highest standards in its services, DEDAK adheres to the following principles:

 

1. Leadership in Establishing and Applying Standards:
DEDAK takes a leading role in defining criteria for language teaching and management and ensures that these standards reflect the best practices in teaching, learning, and administration.

 

2. Student-Centered Approach:
DEDAK recognizes the foreign language needs in the country and provides guidance to ensure education aligns with the needs of students in higher education.

 

3. Respect for Diversity:
DEDAK respects the diversity of missions, goals, and models of language programs and institutions. It supports the development of different methods and approaches based on the educational philosophy of each program and institution.

 

4. Supportive Role:
DEDAK supports institutions striving for accreditation in meeting its established standards.

 

5. Promoting Continuous Improvement, Development, and Learning:
Through its criteria and accreditation process, DEDAK contributes to the development of language programs. It encourages administrators, educators, and staff within programs or institutions to actively participate in the process. Furthermore, DEDAK learns from its own performance and the experiences of similar organizations, supporting the professional growth of staff in accredited institutions and helping them realize and utilize their potential.

 

6. Integrity and Ethical Conduct:
DEDAK is committed to being honest with the institutions and individuals it serves. Throughout the accreditation process, it maintains open communication, transparency, accountability, respect, consistency, and fairness. Its auditors, commission members, and staff adhere to ethical principles and act professionally within the framework of DEDAK's Code of Ethics, avoiding conflicts of interest.

 

7. Collaboration:
DEDAK values collaboration in inspection and decision-making processes. DEDAK seeks and develops opportunities for cooperation with national and international organizations.