President Mirziyoyev dynamic efforts in edcuation
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has been personally involved in the education reforms and has called for the active participation of all stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and students, in shaping the future of education in Uzbekistan
Under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev the education system of Uzbekistan has undergone significant reforms.
Several areas of knowledge are determined every year in Uzbekistan, the development of which is given priority attention.
President Mirziyoyev, who assumed office in 2016, has prioritized education as a key area for development and has implemented various measures to improve the quality and accessibility of education in the country
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized the need for creating decent conditions for teachers and stimulating them based on their qualifications.
One of the main goals of the educational reforms in Uzbekistan has been to align the system with international standards and best practices. Efforts have been made to modernize the curriculum, introduce new teaching methods, and enhance the quality of teaching and learning.
The government focus has shifted towards fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students
Another important aspect of the reforms has been the emphasis on vocational education and training (VET). The government has recognized the importance of equipping students with practical skills that are in demand in the labor market. As a result, vocational schools and colleges have been revitalized, and partnerships with the private sector have been established to provide students with internships and job placement opportunities.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev vision for education is to create a system that prepares students for the challenges of the modern world, fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, and promotes national and global citizenship.
In Uzbekistan, the learning of foreign languages is encouraged and promoted as part of the education curriculum.
On May 6, 2023 President Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired a meeting on measures to improve the system of teaching foreign languages
Teaching in foreign languages is conducted in 25 higher education institutions in Uzbekistan. In 2016, there were only 7 such institutions. Over the past 3 years, the number of applicants who have received a language certificate of international level has increased tenfold.
This year 350 students received grants to study at prestigious foreign universities through the El-Yurt Umidi Foundation, which is five times more than in previous years.
Various problems were comprehensively analyzed at the meeting. Priority tasks were identified.
“The time has come to create in Uzbekistan a new system of teaching foreign languages, which will become a solid foundation for the future. Since we set ourselves the goal of building a competitive state, from now on, graduates of schools, lyceums, colleges and universities must be fluent in at least two foreign languages. This strict requirement should become the main criterion for the work of the head of each education institution”, Shavkat Mirziyoyev said.
It was noted that an Agency for the Promotion of Learning Foreign Languages will be created under the Cabinet of Ministers.
The agency will be engaged in the introduction of proven methods, programs and textbooks into the education system, and will organize training in at least 10 foreign languages based on the needs of educational institutions, industries and regions.
The agency’s competence will also include the task of developing and introducing methods for ministries, agencies and other employers that will allow employees to carry out professional activities in foreign languages.
One of the main tasks of the structure will be the creation of methods for professional translation from the state language into foreign and from foreign languages into the state.
The agency will also maintain a rating of foreign language proficiency, develop qualification requirements and criteria for assessing foreign language teachers and assign qualification categories to them.
In general, the main activity of the Agency will be the development and implementation of methods, recommendations and textbooks for all categories of the population along the chain “kindergarten – school – higher education – enterprise”.
Over the next three years, all 53 thousand foreign language teachers in schools should receive an international certificate. The task was set to fill vacancies in schools with qualified specialists.
President Mirziyoyev proposed to establish a President’s Award to determine the best schools teaching foreign languages
The quality of teaching also depends on textbooks and teaching aids, which must comply with international standards. Therefore, the task was set to approve English textbooks from the Cambridge University publishing house in 200 schools. Similar activity will be carried out for textbooks in Russian, German, Korean, Chinese and French.
The emphasis on foreign language education in Uzbekistan reflects the country’s recognition of the importance of language skills in the globalized world. The aim is to equip students with the necessary linguistic competence to communicate effectively, expand opportunities for international collaboration, and enhance their future prospects in various professional fields.
Overall, the education system of Uzbekistan is undergoing significant transformations under the leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, with a focus on improving quality, accessibility, and relevance. These reforms aim to equip Uzbekistan’s youth with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the country’s socio-economic development and compete in the global arena.
