Metaphors of the Students in the Faculty of Sport Sciences on the Conceptsof “Smart City” and “Accessibility”-Prof. Dr. Elif KARAGÜN-Doç. Dr. Sevinç NAMLI
The aim of this study is to determine the views of the students studying at the faculty of sports sciences on the concepts of “smart city” and “accessibility” through metaphor. The research is in the qualitative survey model and its application was carried out in the fall semester of the 2022-2023 academic year at Erzurum Technical University Faculty of Sport Sciences. For this purpose, 119 students, who were randomly selected from Erzurum Technical University Faculty of Sport Sciences, participated in the study in accordance with the principle of volunteerism... Continue reading
Disaster Risk Reduction Practices in Smart Cities-Prof. Dr. Şerif BARIŞ-Doç. Dr. Abdullah Can ZÜLFİKAR-Mustafa KORKMAZ-Süleyman TUNÇ
...In this study, the concept of a Smart City and its use in local governments will be explained. Some sample smart city applications will be included in Disaster Risk Reduction. It is thought that the study will be beneficial in terms of developing similar practices in local administrations. Examples of some good meteorological early warning systems and earthquake and tsunami early warning systems, which have been established especially to reduce the disaster risk of a very dense population, are given... Continue reading
Technology Trends in Building a Data-Driven Smart City-Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan URHAN-Prof. Dr. Mehmet Kemal GÜLLÜ
In this study, the concept of smart city, whose applications have been increasing day by day in the last 20 years with the developing technology, has been assessed in a comprehensive way. In this framework, starting from the definition of smart city, the need for this scope has been examined. Technologies that can be used for this purpose and their possible usage scenarios are discussed. Finally, by evaluating smart city applications in our country and abroad, suggestions have been made for data-based city management and increasing the efficiency of these applications. Continue reading
Smart Environment Applications in Cities-Prof. Dr. Nihal BEKTAŞ-Doç. Dr. Mehmet ÇETİN
The concept of smart city can be defined as the integrated management of social, environmental and economic elements of local governments using information technologies. Smart cities, which emerged as a solution to the sustainability problems arising from rapid urbanization, are important tools that enable the efficient use of environmental resources, which are largely a common property. In this study, the importance of geographic information system applications, which provide the spatial analysis functions required for urban design and geographical data about cities, in smart city planning has been examined... Continue reading
City Branding-Prof. Dr. Alpaslan YÜCE
In the globalizing world; products, services, ideas, people and even cities are in competition. Hence, this competetive envi- ronment requires cities to use marketing methods. In this sense, branding of cities has gained importance today. Defining and diversifying characteristics of cities are the main determinants of competition when it comes to city branding. So, these components such as city brand identity, city image and brand positioning should be managed carefully while build- ing and managing an effective city brand. In this study, the importance of city branding and its components were dis- cussed and suggestions were presented. Continue reading
Historical and Cultural Values of Nicomedia-Prof.Dr. Ayşe ÇALIK ROSS
The city of Izmit, which forms the center of the territory of today’s Kocaeli Metropolitan administration, first made its mark on history in the Ancient Period, as the city of Nicomedia. Nicomedia was a port city with a very safe and sheltered port, and throughout human history has been positioned on the main route between Asia and Europe. Besides possessing great geopolitical significance, Izmit is surrounded by arable land and quarries that supply materials to countries overseas. While constantly recurring earthquakes have had a devastating effect on the city, Izmit has also been a source of spring water, and thus a source of life... Continue reading
A Qualiative Research for The Evaluation of Marine TourismPotential of Kocaeli-Doç. Dr. Tülay POLAT ÜZÜMCÜ
Turkey is one of the most preferred countries in the world for marine tourism with its clean seas, suitable coasts for marine tourism, natural and historical beauties and suitable climatic conditions. From past till today the most preferred type of tourism by foreign tourists coming to our country is Marine Tourism. Marine Tourism, even known in general as sea-sand-sun, has actually a wide scope. Marine tourism consists of activities like yacht tourism, cruise tourism, daily tour boats, gulets, thalassotherapy practices, water sports and recreational activites. In this respect, in the literature review part of the study; marine tourism, types of marine tourism and its development in our country are addressed... Continue reading
Nature-Based Tourism Of Kocaeli-Prof. Dr. Gökalp N. SELÇUK
The above and belowground resources that nature offers are more than necessary for human beings to maintain their life. So, people are enabled to discover the world by observing, experiencing, exploring and researching while enjoying these re- sources. Although, more and more people move away from nature and rural places to urban areas nowadays, this rapid increase in urbanization causes heavily stressed people. While the social and cultural needs of people who prefer urban life increase, their family sizes decrease due to income and other related factors. Thus, the traditional extended family stru- cture is being replaced by the nuclear family structure... Continue reading
Evaluation of the Business Tourism Potential of Kocaeli-Doç. Dr. Birsen BİLGİLİ
Kocaeli is one of the most leading cities of manufacturing industry in Turkey, although it is not considered as a big city in terms of area and population. The city ranked as the second biggest city after Istanbul with 96 thousand 745 TL per capita in Gross Domestic Product in 2020. According to the data in last 10 years, Kocaeli fulfils 13% of manufacturing industry in Turkey. Due to its leading role in manufacturing, the number of tourists with business purposes is quite high... Continue reading
A Study on Kocaeli’s Gastronomy Tourism Potential-Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Nihan AKDEMİR
Gastronomy is important in terms of offering a niche market for consumers seeking authenticity and providing a cul- tural experience for tourists. While responding to the varying tourist demands and preferences, it is necessary to empha- size originality and local identity in promotion and branding strategies. In this context, local foods being prepared with unique local products ensures a leading role in tourism sector. Studies show that gastronomy tourism contributes posi- tively to regional development while more expenditure is made in the economic context than other types of tourism... Continue reading