Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Kaymak

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ali Kaymak is an academician specialized in special education, particularly focusing on autism spectrum disorder. He serves as a lecturer at Anadolu University Disability Research Institute.

Dr. Kaymak began his academic journey at Anadolu University Special Education Department between 1998-2002, completed his master’s degree in Mental Disabilities Teaching at Marmara University in 2013. He completed his doctorate at the Educational Sciences Institute in partnership between Eskişehir Osmangazi University and Anadolu University between 2017-2024, earning his “Dr.” title.

Dr. Kaymak’s main areas of work include online intervention programs for individuals with autism (such as ETEÇOM), discrete trial teaching, applied behavior analysis, physical activity and sports support education, social skills training, and sensory intervention strategies.

Dr. Kaymak also plays an active role in the professional development and skill-building processes of teacher candidates. He has authored numerous publications on social interaction skills for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, physical activity programs, and replicated teaching strategies.

Recipient of the “Best Young Researcher Award” in 2014, Dr. Kaymak has participated in projects supported by TUBITAK, European Union, and UNICEF. He contributes to the dissemination of evidence-based practices used in the education of individuals with autism by presenting at both national and international conferences. With his knowledge, field experience, and contributions to education, he makes valuable contributions to the development of the special education field in Turkey.