Analyzing the Educational Architecture of a Country: Historical Traces of the Education System, Teacher Training and Language Policies of Türkiye

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of Türkiye’s educational architecture, teacher education system, national and international educational projects, and the historical development of teaching Turkish as a foreign language within and beyond the country’s borders. Drawing on national policy documents, institutional reports, historical archives, and international frameworks, the research explores how Türkiye’s education system has evolved in parallel with its cultural, political, and linguistic objectives. Particular emphasis is placed on the strategic expansion of Turkish language instruction worldwide, the role of state institutions in shaping language policy, and the significance of Türkiye’s cultural geography in strengthening its soft power through language dissemination. By integrating educational policy analysis with the history of foreign language pedagogy, this study reveals the multidimensional nature of Türkiye’s educational and linguistic vision. The findings highlight how national educational reforms, teacher training models, and international collaborations collectively contribute to the global visibility and cultural transmission capacity of the Turkish language.