TRAINING COURSE TO ENHANCE THE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF YOUNG FACULTY MEMBERS HELD AT AMANZHOLOV UNIVERSITY

As part of the “Young Lecturer School” professional development program, Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University held a training course entitled “Designing Students’ Professional Practice Based on the Competency-Based Approach. Assessment of Professional Practice Outcomes: Modern Tools and Criteria.”

The course, organized from September 16 to October 23, 2026, was aimed at improving the professional and pedagogical competencies of young faculty members, developing skills for the effective organization of the educational process, and enhancing the quality of students’ professional training.

During the training, participants explored issues related to designing students’ professional practice based on the competency-based approach, mentoring students, and objectively assessing the outcomes of practical training. The course also covered modern tools for determining learning outcomes, developing professionally oriented assignments, establishing assessment criteria, and providing constructive developmental feedback.

Particular attention was paid to creating conditions for students’ adaptation to the professional environment, setting individual learning goals, organizing reflective activities, and preventing conflicts and resolving challenging situations. Participants expanded their practical knowledge and developed approaches to applying the acquired skills in their professional activities.

The training course was conducted by Zhanna Toleukhankyzy Tokayeva, Head of Professional Practice at the University.

As a result of the training, young faculty members improved their knowledge and skills in the systematic planning of professional practice, aligning its content with educational objectives, and effectively assessing achieved outcomes.

The implementation of such educational initiatives contributes to the development of students’ professional competencies, the practical application of theoretical knowledge, and greater readiness of future specialists for independent professional activity.