ABOUT ME

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Hello Reader!

I'm a 22-year-old teacher candidate from Istanbul. I study at Marmara University. Currently, I'm a junior in ELT and I'm here to share my views and knowledge of the field of education that I have gathered so far. 

Enjoy your reading!

-Nursena

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