Welcome to Koç University LearnX Educational Platform

Değerli Koç Üniversiteliler,

Koç Üniversitesi her türlü cinsel şiddet ve tacizden arınmış bir akademik araştırma, eğitim ve çalışma ortamını güvence altına almak ve cinsel taciz konusundaki farkındalığı, bilgiyi ve duyarlılığı artırmak amacıyla 2015 yılında “Cinsel Tacizi Önleme E-Eğitim” programını hazırlamış ve tüm çalışanların erişimine açmıştır.

Cinsel Tacizi Önleme Yönetmeliği güncellenerek Koç Üniversitesi Cinsel Şiddet ve Tacizi Önleme Yönergesi olarak 27 Nisan 2022 tarihinde yayınlanmıştır.

Güncellenen Cinsel Şiddet ve Tacizi Önleme Yönergesi’nin tüm çalışanlar tarafından bilinirliğini sağlamak amacıyla, “Cinsel Tacizi Önleme E-Eğitim” programının da içeriği yönerge doğrultusunda güncellenmiş ve eğitim süresi 15 dakikaya indirgenerek “Koç Üniversitesi Cinsel Şiddet ve Tacizi Önleme Eğitimi” olarak sizlerin erişimine açılmıştır.

Yeni eğitim programı, tüm akademik ve idari çalışanlar için zorunlu olup 17 Ekim 2022 tarihine kadar tamamlamanız önem taşımaktadır.

Sorularınız olması halinde İnsan Kaynakları Direktörlüğü Öğrenme ve Gelişim Ekibi (hr-gelisim@ku.edu.tr) ile iletişime geçebilirsiniz.

Tüm dünyada önemli bir toplumsal sorun olan cinsel şiddet ve tacizi önlemek konusunda gösterdiğiniz hassasiyet ve dayanışma için teşekkür ederiz.

İnsan Kaynakları Direktörlüğü.

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Dear Members of the Koç University Community,

In order to ensure an academic research, education, and working environment free of any form of sexual assault and harassment, and to increase awareness, knowledge, and sensitivity about sexual harassment, in 2015 Koç University prepared the program “Online Training for Sexual Harassment Prevention” and made it accessible to all employees.

The Regulation on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment was revised and published on April 27, 2022 as the Koç University Directive on the Prevention of Sexual Assault and Harassment.

To ensure that all employees are aware of the revised Directive on the Prevention of Sexual Assault and Harassment, the content of the “Online Training for Sexual Harassment Prevention” program has also been updated accordingly, and the training has been streamlined to 15 minutes and made available as "Koç University Sexual Assault and Harassment Prevention Training”

The new training program is mandatory for all academic and administrative employees and must be completed before October 17, 2022.

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Learning and Development Team (hr-gelisim@ku.edu.tr).

We would like to thank you for your sensitivity and solidarity in preventing sexual assault and harassment, which is an important social problem all over the world.

Human Resources Directorate

LIBR500 is a 4-week online course for Koç University graduate students. The course, which consists of 4 modules, has been created to support the development of graduate students and to assist them during their research processes. Students participating in the course will be familiar with;

The course modules will be made available weekly.

You can send your LIBR500-related requests via the Library Trackit System.

LIBR500 is a 4-week online course for Koç University graduate students. The course, which consists of 4 modules, has been created to support the development of graduate students and to assist them during their research processes. Students participating in the course will be familiar with;

The course modules will be made available weekly.

You can send your LIBR500-related requests via the Library Trackit System.

About Program

The program is designed to introduce participants to environmental archaeology broadly, including a survey of research questions and methods, and to explore in depth three important subfields: archaeobotany, zooarchaeology and bioarchaeology.

This course aims to examine business government relations in a rapidly changing international context. As learning outcomes, the students will be able to (1) identify shapeholders (i.e. social actors) that affect business risks and opportunities; (2) understand main global and regional trends in international politics; (3) analyze the major contours, concepts, and issues of foreign policy analysis with a particular focus on Turkish Foreign Policy in the post-Cold War era, which are relevant for business leaders. The goal is to provide the students with a better understanding of the key issues and regions through a comprehensive analysis of the conduct and changing priorities in a turbulent regional and global setting. Within this context, the impact of international developments on policy decisions, domestic and foreign policy linkages, the role of key figures and organizations, and the interaction of political, economic, cultural and military factors in foreign policy making and their significance for business leaders will be examined. There will be a special emphasis on relating foreign policy analysis with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Cleanroom Orientation Training

Laboratory Safety Online Training

“Türkçe Öğreniyoruz” is an asynchronous survival Turkish course for international students and staff members that introduces the university, city and Turkish language. There are five modules with videos and numerous tasks targeted to make the arrival in a new setting more comfortable.

Within the framework of Koç University Waste Management and Sustainable Environmental management; To have information about Legal Environmental Obligation, To have information about the Zero Waste Target and its practices within the Campus, It is organized to gain knowledge about recycling and waste reduction and to contribute to Koç University Zero Waste Initiative. The training takes 15 minutes. The training will be completed after answering the questions at the end of the training. We thank you.

Path 5: Emergent Leader 

Credential Description 

The Emergent Leader badge is the pinnacle recognition within the KUComPass Badge Program, awarded to students who demonstrate the ability to lead, inspire, and create positive impact across multiple contexts. To earn this badge, students must have completed the prior four badges—Reflection Star, Inclusivity Champion, Connection Master, and Career Strategist—ensuring a solid foundation in self-awareness, global mindset, inclusivity, teamwork & collaboration, communication, and career awareness. 

Building on this foundation, Emergent Leaders participate in experiences that require active leadership, initiative, and responsibility, such as team captain roles in sports, student representative, club leadership or program mentorship positions, peer-leading academic sessions, and various ambassador roles. This badge recognizes students who translate their competencies into tangible leadership actions, effectively guiding peers, shaping communities, and demonstrating readiness for future professional and civic challenges. 

Competencies 

• Self-awareness 

• Global mindset 

• Diversity and Inclusion Awareness 

• Teamwork and Collaboration 

• Communication 

• Career Awareness 

• Leadership: The ability to guide, inspire, and influence individuals or teams toward achieving shared goals, while demonstrating integrity, accountability, adaptability, and effective decision-making. 

Earning Criteria 

To earn this badge, students must: 

1. Complete all four preceding badges: Reflection Star, Inclusivity Champion, Connection Designer, and Career Strategist. 

2. Engage in leadership-focused experiences, including but not limited to: 

1. Serving as captain of a sports team 

2. Holding student representative or leadership positions 

3. Leading student clubs or organizations 

4. Acting as a Career Ambassador or mentor for new students 

5. Taking on peer leader roles in academic or group tutoring sessions 

Students are expected to fully meet the highest standards of engagement in the programs, activities, and experiences they participate in. Only those who meet these expectations will be able to progress toward fulfilling the badge requirements. 

Path 2: Inclusivity Champion 

Credential Description 

The Inclusivity Champion badge recognizes students who actively foster meaningful connections across cultures, identities, and perspectives. By engaging in programs and activities that promote global awareness, diversity, and inclusion, students demonstrate the ability to bridge differences, cultivate respect, and contribute to a more equitable and welcoming campus environment. 

Competencies 

Global mindset: The ability to understand, respect, and effectively engage with diverse cultures, perspectives, and global issues. 

Diversity & Inclusion Awareness: The ability to understand, respect, and effectively engage with diverse cultures, perspectives, and global issues, with awareness of one’s own cultural lens and the capacity to adopt others’ perspectives to foster intercultural empathy. 

Earning Criteria 
To earn this badge, students must participate in a set of experiences that provide opportunities to practice and reflect on inclusivity and intercultural engagement. Eligible experiences may include, but are not limited to: 

• Serving as a mentor (exchange, international, disabled students) or leading Conversation Circles. 

• Participating in short-term study abroad programs. 

• Supporting initiatives that connect domestic and international student groups, or serving as a diversity representative. 

• Attending workshops and trainings focused on diversity and inclusion. 

Students are expected to fully meet the highest standards of engagement in the programs, activities, and experiences they participate in. Only those who meet these expectations will be able to progress toward fulfilling the badge requirements. 

Path 3: Connection Master 

Credential Description 

The Connection Master badge recognizes students who excel in building bridges among diverse talents, perspectives, and ideas. These students strengthen team bonds, foster collaboration, and create environments of open and effective communication. By actively contributing to group success—whether through leadership in sports teams or student clubs, tutoring peers in academic subjects, or mentoring within peer support programs—Connection Designers demonstrate their ability to nurture trust, teamwork, and constructive dialogue. Their actions not only enhance group performance but also cultivate inclusive and cooperative communities. 

Competencies 

Teamwork and collaboration: The ability to work effectively and respectfully with individuals and groups, contributing to shared goals, and valuing different perspectives to achieve collective success. 

Communication: The ability to express ideas while demonstrating active listening, empathy, respect and adaptability through written, verbal, and non-verbal forms to different audiences and contexts. 

Earning Criteria 

To earn this badge, students must engage in activities that demonstrate collaboration and communication, such as: 

• Serving as a captain in team sports or student clubs. 

• Providing academic support through peer-to-peer or group-based study programs. 

• Actively contributing as a member of a sports team. 

• Serving as a mentor in programs that promote interpersonal connection and peer support. 

Students are expected to fully meet the highest standards of engagement in the programs, activities, and experiences they participate in. Only those who meet these expectations will be able to progress toward fulfilling the badge requirements. 

This module supports entrepreneurs in developing the knowledge and skills needed to grow sustainable, competitive businesses in European mountains. Focusing on eco-friendly innovation, product differentiation, and responsible marketing, it helps participants strengthen their entrepreneurial capacity while contributing to greener, more resilient local economies.

This module develops job application, CV writing, and interview techniques tailored for migrants, helping them enter the local job market with confidence. Emphasis is placed on migrant women.

This module strengthens entrepreneurial thinking and small business skills, with a focus on self-employment, financial literacy, and local innovation, with a focus on social entrepreneurship. Learners will discover how to identify and develop business opportunities within their communities, manage resources and finances effectively, and harness digital and remote work tools to grow.

This module introduces people with disabilities to AI tools that can help overcome physical challenges and enhance daily life. Learners will explore apps and technologies for communication, accessing adapted information, reading, and other practical tasks, with a focus on fostering independence, inclusion, and active participation in digital and community life.

This module helps older adults (65+) develop essential digital literacy skills, including using smartphones, accessing online services (including public services), engaging with social media, and communicating safely with family and institutions. The module will address how older adults can use digital tools for online promotion, remote work, and self-employment, thus supporting silver economy initiatives in rural Europe.

This module fosters understanding and empathy among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds to promote social cohesion and inclusive community engagement. The main focus is on development of cultural competence and communication skills to enable integration of newcomers.

More focus on a 'train the trainer' element whereby PwD are equipped with the necessary skills to lead trainings in their own communities. This module promotes a range of transerval skills (e.g., communication, self-esteem, negotiating, thinking skills) to help individuals take active roles in their communities through practical and inclusive exercises.

By participating in this module, you will

• understand what mental wellbeing means especially in the context of isolation;
• recognise the specific challenges faced by people living in remote and mountainous areas during winter and crisis periods;
• apply practical, low-tech ways to stay socially connected and reduce loneliness.

Ten moduł wzmacnia myślenie przedsiębiorcze oraz umiejętności prowadzenia małej działalności gospodarczej, ze szczególnym naciskiem na samozatrudnienie, edukację finansową oraz innowacje lokalne, w tym przedsiębiorczość społeczną. Uczestnicy dowiedzą się, jak identyfikować i rozwijać możliwości biznesowe w swoich społecznościach, skutecznie zarządzać zasobami i finansami oraz wykorzystywać narzędzia cyfrowe i pracę zdalną do rozwoju działalności.

Acest modul abordează provocările de sănătate mintală cu care se confruntă locuitorii zonelor rurale sau montane izolate, care au acces limitat la servicii. Modulul oferă strategii practice pentru reducerea singurătății, menținerea rezilienței emoționale și păstrarea conexiunilor sociale în perioade de izolare fizică, cum ar fi lunile de iarnă sau situațiile de criză sanitară. Participanții vor explora soluții simple, cu nivel redus de tehnologie, pentru comunicare, rutine de autoîngrijire și modalități de accesare a sprijinului comunitar și instituțional.

Tento modul posilňuje osoby s telesným postihnutím v používaní asistenčných technológií a online platforiem s cieľom zlepšiť prístupnosť, samostatnosť a sociálnu participáciu. Dôraz sa kladie na využívanie online platforiem na prístup k digitálne poskytovaným sociálnym službám.

Η ενότητα αυτή υποστηρίζει τους επιχειρηματίες στην ανάπτυξη των γνώσεων και δεξιοτήτων που απαιτούνται για τη δημιουργία βιώσιμων και ανταγωνιστικών επιχειρήσεων στα ευρωπαϊκά ορεινά. Εστιάζοντας στην οικολογική καινοτομία, τη διαφοροποίηση προϊόντων και το υπεύθυνο μάρκετινγκ, βοηθά τους συμμετέχοντες να ενισχύσουν την επιχειρηματική τους ικανότητα, συμβάλλοντας παράλληλα στη δημιουργία πιο πράσινων και ανθεκτικών τοπικών οικονομιών.

Η ενότητα αυτή ενισχύει την επιχειρηματική σκέψη και τις δεξιότητες μικρής επιχειρηματικότητας, με έμφαση στην αυτοαπασχόληση, τον χρηματοοικονομικό εγγραμματισμό και την τοπική καινοτομία, με ιδιαίτερη αναφορά στην κοινωνική επιχειρηματικότητα. Οι εκπαιδευόμενοι θα ανακαλύψουν πώς να εντοπίζουν και να αναπτύσσουν επιχειρηματικές ευκαιρίες στις κοινότητές τους, να διαχειρίζονται αποτελεσματικά πόρους και οικονομικά στοιχεία και να αξιοποιούν ψηφιακά εργαλεία και εργαλεία εξ αποστάσεως εργασίας για την ανάπτυξη της δραστηριότητάς τους.