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Education Export: The Kazakhstan Delegation is Enhancing Qualifications at Nordic University!
February 03 , 2025
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Special training sessions on the innovative approaches and models of the Finnish education system, creating a quality learning environment, and knowledge management were organized for school directors from Kazakhstan.
Professors Aija Elg and Tapio Koskinen from Aalto University in Finland and Nordic University are providing the course participants with new international knowledge and skills based on the advanced practices of Finnish school systems.
During the training, a lecture on the application of the important theoretical model SECI (Socialization, Externalization, Combination, Internalization) for knowledge management and innovation development was delivered.
The exchange of social, explicit, and tacit knowledge, its study and use, teamwork, practical exercises, and the design of new ideas were all extensively covered. The effectiveness of this model, aimed at integrating explicit knowledge and creating new knowledge, as well as developing new strategies, was explained.
The Kazakhstani education representatives also showed great interest in learning about one of the innovative approaches of the Finnish education system—the Learning Cafe principle. This approach is one of the best methods to encourage students to engage in independent learning, collaboration, and creativity.
The course emphasized the importance of teachers relying on practical knowledge in education, teaching students to apply knowledge in real-life situations, and placing a strong focus on professional development. Effective models for applying innovative methods in classrooms were taught.
Additionally, participants received significant information about the international monitoring system of education quality, including conceptual changes in the international PISA program for measuring literacy in 2025-2026.
For Kazakhstani educators, this new knowledge will serve as a foundation for improving education and achieving new milestones in the future.
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The Spirit of Art at Nordik
Vocal performances ranging from world classics and national traditional music to modern pop were presented on stage with live performance, powerful voices, and professional skill.
Each performance touched the hearts of the audience and was met with warm applause.
This live music evening dedicated to youth creativity was filled with bright and unforgettable moments.
The Finnish Model in Education: Samarkand Educators Explore the Jyväskylä Experience
The Finnish education model prioritizes a balance between methodological freedom and responsibility in teacher training, continuity across preschool, primary, secondary, and higher education levels, a student-centered approach, and developmental assessment formats.
During the professional development program, key aspects of education are being studied. Active exchange of experience, lesson observations, and professional discussions are taking place.
Participants note that the practices being studied are directly applicable and effective in real educational contexts.
Based on the training program, a solid foundation is being created for sustainable and systematic improvement of the education system in the Samarkand region in the future.
Nordic Environmental Dialogue Platform: “Kyrgyzstan — the Land of Mountains and Snow Leopards”
Organized in connection with International Mountain Day and International Snow Leopard Day, the event featured broad discussions on pressing issues related to the ecological sustainability of Central Asia.
The conference provided an in-depth analysis of key topics such as the protection of mountain ecosystems, sustainability of water resources, glacier retreat, and the conservation of the snow leopard—considered a symbol of the region’s biodiversity.
The meeting, hosted by Nordic International University, was attended by representatives of the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic, scientists from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), faculty members, students, and members of the general public.
At the beginning of the event, a photo exhibition titled “Mountains — Our Shared Heritage” was presented, along with video materials showcasing the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, Ala-Too landscapes, Issyk-Kul Lake, and the region’s unique mountain flora and fauna.
Ecological awareness among young people and participants was enhanced through infographics and informational booklets.
During the opening ceremony, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kyrgyz Republic to Uzbekistan, Duyshonkul Chotonov, spoke in detail about Kyrgyzstan’s international environmental initiatives within the UN framework, including the declaration of 2002 as the International Year of Mountains, December 11 as International Mountain Day, and the Bishkek Global Mountain Summit initiatives. He particularly emphasized the importance of the Bishkek Declaration and regional cooperation in addressing glacier melting, water security, and the protection of the snow leopard population.
At the event, the Rector of Nordic International University, Professor Sherzod Mustafakulov, emphasized that mountains are not only a geographical feature but also a strategic ecological resource that defines life across Central Asia. He highlighted the university’s commitment to ecological sustainability as a priority in education and scientific research, as well as the importance of international dialogue and cooperation in this field.
In addition, Dr. Iskandar Abdullaev, Senior Researcher at IWMI, delivered an analytical presentation titled “Mountains, Water, and Ecosystems.” The presentation scientifically addressed glacier retreat, threats to water resources, the ecological significance of mountain regions, and sustainable water management in Central Asia. A Q&A session and lively discussion followed.
During the conference, Ambassador Duyshonkul Chotonov presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Rector Sherzod Mustafakulov in recognition of his active participation and significant contribution to promoting initiatives aimed at protecting mountain ecosystems and ensuring their sustainable development, as well as for supporting events dedicated to International Mountain Day that strengthen friendship and cooperation.
This event became an important platform for dialogue, contributing to the strengthening of ecological, scientific, and cultural-diplomatic cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, raising environmental awareness among youth, and fostering a deeper sense of responsibility for preserving Central Asia’s shared natural heritage.
A contest of knowledge, logic, and mastery: the “Mayor’s Cup” final competitions at Nordic!
This academic competition was organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, and jointly by the Tashkent City Administration, the Tashkent City Department of Preschool and School Education, Nordic International University, and the IDC Education Center.
The olympiad aimed to identify the most active, knowledgeable, and advanced educators in the capital’s education system, and to showcase their scientific and intellectual potential to the wider public.
The first stage was conducted online and covered all physics and mathematics teachers in Tashkent. From among them, the 50 strongest candidates were selected and granted a place in the final round.
In the final stage, participants demonstrated their professional skills, scientific approach, and creative thinking abilities by solving precise, logical, and analytical problems.The evaluation process is being carried out by a panel of experienced experts, based on the principles of openness and impartiality.