Akademide Mesleki Kimlik: “Akademisyenlerde Mesleki Kimlik İnşası’’

This book, "Akademide Mesleki Kimlik" (Professional Identity in Academia), provides an in-depth examination of the professional identity construction process among academics, who occupy the highest tier of the education system. Derived from Dr. Ejder Güven's doctoral dissertation, the work addresses the multifaceted roles of academicians—teaching, research, community service, and administration—revealing how this professional group responds to societal and institutional expectations. The book focuses on the process of professional socialization and the key factors influencing identity construction, such as social experience, education, professional adaptation, demographic characteristics, professional image, and professional experience. It also analyzes the professional difficulties and barriers encountered, including gaps in political/legal and institutional practices. By exploring how the professional identity of academics is constructed, this book aims to provide a roadmap for the academic profession and serve as a guide for researchers interested in studying professional identity. It underscores the significance of academics in the creation and dissemination of knowledge.