GÖZDETOMRİS | Early Childhood Special Education | Best Researcher Award
Assoc Prof Dr. GÖZDETOMRİS, Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Turkey.
Dr.Gözde Tomris is a distinguished researcher affiliated with Eskişehir Osmangazi University in Eskişehir, Turkey. With a focus on inclusive education and early intervention, she has made significant contributions to understanding and supporting children with special needs, particularly those with Down syndrome.
Publication Profile
Education and Experience 

Dr.Gözde Tomris has accumulated valuable experience through her extensive academic and professional journey. She is an influential voice in the field of special education, having co-authored numerous articles and collaborated with various experts to improve educational practices for children with disabilities. Her work at Eskişehir Osmangazi University allows her to engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to the academic community through teaching and mentorship.
Professional Development 

Dr.Gözde Tomris is dedicated to continuous professional development. She regularly participates in workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in her field. Her proactive approach to professional growth ensures that she remains at the forefront of educational research and practice.
Research Focus 

Dr.Tomris’s research primarily revolves around inclusive education, early intervention for children with Down syndrome, and parental involvement in special education. She employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating insights from psychology, education, and social work to create comprehensive support systems for children and their families. Her recent publications reflect her commitment to improving educational outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for children with special needs.
Publications 
- “A chain of interlocking rings”: Preschool teachers’ experiences regarding home-school collaboration with a focus on children with special needs and their parents in inclusive education (2024)
Children and Youth Services Review
- Views of Parents of Children With Down Syndrome on Early Intervention Services in Turkey: Problems, Expectations, and Suggestions (2022)
Infants and Young Children
- The COVID-19 pandemic: The evaluation of the emergency remote parent training program based on at-home support for children with down syndrome (2022)
Children and Youth Services Review
- Early Intervention Services for Young Children with Down Syndrome and Their Families: Recent Trends in the World and Turkey (2020)
International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education
- Effectiveness of teaching café waitering to adults with intellectual disability through audio-visual technologies (2017)
Education and Training in Autism and Developmental Disabilities
- Effectiveness of the preschool version of the first step to success early intervention program for preventing antisocial behaviors (2016)
Kuram ve Uygulamada Egitim Bilimleri
- Early childhood inclusion in Turkey (2016)
Infants and Young Children
- Views of teachers, parents, and counselors toward the preschool version of first step to success early intervention program (FSS-PSV) in preventing antisocial behaviors (2015)
Kuram ve Uygulamada Egitim Bilimleri
- Antisosyal davranışları önlemeye yönelik başariya i̇lk adim erken eǧitim programinin etkililiǧi ile i̇lgili yapilan bilimsel çalişmalarin i̇ncelenmesi (2014)
International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education