HIGHER SCHOOL OF PEDAGOGY AT AMANZHOLOV UNIVERSITY PRESENTED ITS DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES

Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University hosted a working meeting between The Chairman of the Board – Rector Gulzhan Jarassova and the management team of the Higher School of Pedagogy. The discussion focused on the results of the School’s activities, current priorities, and strategic directions for its further development.

The meeting was attended by the University’s Vice Rectors, the Deputy Dean for Academic Affairs, and heads of departments. Gulnara Borisovna Kulenova, Dean of the Higher School of Pedagogy, presented the School’s key achievements, priority areas, and prospective initiatives.

One of the key issues was strengthening the material and technical infrastructure. Participants considered proposals for equipping specialized classrooms required for the practice-oriented training of future preschool and primary education teachers.

A separate part of the discussion focused on the development of special education and speech therapy, which are in high demand within the region’s education system. The importance of close cooperation with schools and special education institutions was emphasized, along with the need to update educational programs in line with modern professional requirements.

In the context of improving the quality of teacher education, participants discussed the further development of training for primary school teachers, preschool educators, and specialists in special education. Particular importance was attached to strengthening partnerships with employers, enhancing the practical orientation of training, and increasing graduates’ competitiveness.

Among the new initiatives presented was the Pedagogy educational program with a specialization in Art Therapy, developed by the Department of Psychology and Correctional Pedagogy in cooperation with Semey Medical University. Cooperation with Altai State University also continues within the framework of a network educational program. In addition, opportunities are being explored to launch dual-degree programs, expand academic mobility, and develop massive open online courses.

The meeting also addressed the research activities of the Higher School. Priority areas include the development of research projects, increasing the publication activity of faculty members, and strengthening interdisciplinary scientific cooperation.

Following the meeting, priority tasks were identified to improve the quality of teacher training, strengthen research potential, modernize educational infrastructure, and expand partnerships. Their implementation will help strengthen the position of the Higher School of Pedagogy and ensure the training of competitive specialists who meet the needs of the regional education system.