Dr. Elif Polat Hopcan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Education and Instructional Technology at Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa. Her research focuses on educational technology, technology-enhanced learning, artificial intelligence in education, programming education, instructional design, and the use of tangible and digital technologies in inclusive learning contexts.

She has over 15 years of experience in teaching, research, teacher education, and educational technology projects. Her work includes internationally funded projects, interdisciplinary collaborations, and publications in high-impact journals in the fields of educational technology, computer education, and learning sciences. She has also conducted research and teaching activities in international contexts, including Italy and the United States.

Dr. Polat Hopcan’s recent work explores the design and evaluation of AI-supported and technology-based learning environments, with particular attention to accessibility, inclusion, and practical educational impact.