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On February 29, 2024, for students of the educational program 6B01501 - “Informatics”, 7M01501 - Computer Science and the teaching staff of Astana International University, a guest lecture was held by candidate of pedagogical sciences, associate professor of West Kazakhstan University named after M. Utemisov Medeshova A.B.

As part of the guest lecture by Medeshova A.B. Issues of digitalization of education, the use of artificial intelligence were raised, and the results of the project on the topic “Part-time learning in the context of digitalization of vocational education” were shown. The lecturer demonstrated the operation of the edtime.kz platform, and discussed issues of attaching to it, maintaining and working on the platform.

On March 15, 2024,The Federation for Sports Programming, with the support of the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry, held a competition for promoting Kazakh-language content on programming on YouTube. The main goal of this competition is to actively spread knowledge about programming in the Kazakh language, involving the widest possible audience.

The competition is also aimed at promoting the development of the Kazakh-speaking programming community, creating a space for knowledge and experience exchange, thereby facilitating integration into the global programming community. The total prize fund of the competition amounted to 1,000,000 KZT.

According to the competition rules, each participant was required to upload at least three videos in the Kazakh language to their YouTube channel. Students from the 3rd year of the educational program «Computer Engineering and Software», Ondas Suynkhanov and Shapagat Serikova, participated in this competition and became the winners.

The historic moment came on March 2, 2024, within the walls of Astana International University, on this day the grand opening of the «AIU kids University», the first of its kind in Astana, took place. Since that day, AIU University has joined the prestigious global movement of Children's Universities EUCUNET, opening up wide horizons of science and opportunities for young minds. This project is designed to inspire and motivate children to self-development, search for new ideas and creativity, and scientific activities in the future.

Scientists of the Pedagogical Institute of Natural Sciences met with students of grades 5-6 of Binom school, gymnasium schools No. 78, No. 73.

An exhibition of scientific and technical creativity of students "AIU" was launched in five classrooms of the university: INVASION OF KNOWLEDGE" – robots, exciting experiments, inventions that cause surprise and admiration in the fields of mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry, biology.

We present the scientists of Astana International University who will help children discover their potential and find their vocation:

1. Akhmadieva Zhanna Kuanyshevna – Associate Professor, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Director of the Pedagogical Institute

2. Musayeva Binur Gabbasovna – Professor, Candidate of Chemical Sciences

3. Almir Askarovich Aniyarov – Associate Professor, Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

4. Nurkenov Serik Amangeldinovich – Associate Professor, Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

5. Nurgalieva Damen Aukilovna - Associate Professor, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences

6. Khamzina Saltanat Rashidovna – PhD doctor

7. Damekova Saule Kayrollovna – Associate Professor, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences

At the official part, a symbolic key was handed over from the hands of a scientist, Professor Musayeva Binur Gabbasovna to schoolchildren who became the first students of our Children's University.  This moment is a symbol of the transfer of scientific knowledge, experience and skills from the older generation to the younger. This key transfer has become a symbol of the well-being and prosperity of our Children's University!

We hope that our children will develop and study with joy and diligence, and that the Children's University will become a place for them where they can reach their potential and reach new heights.

Congratulations to our first students of the Children's University!

We invite everyone to join us and give their children a unique opportunity to take their first steps into science.

We invite university partners, sponsors, and parents to support the initiative of scientists from the Pedagogical Institute of Astana International University. Don't miss the chance to be a part of this important event!

Follow our news and come to classes to learn more about the Children's University.

The Cultural Representation of the Iranian Embassy in Kazakhstan initiates various events aimed at strengthening friendly relations between states and presenting the cultural heritage of their country. One of such events is an exhibition of calligraphic rarities and a master class by famous Iranian calligraphers for students of the Higher School of Art and Design.

On February 27 this year, Dean of the Higher School of Art and Design Sayat Baymuratuly Ybyry and Dean of the Higher School of Social Sciences and Humanities Ibraeva Aigerim Yergalievna visited the Cultural Representation of Iran in Astana, where they met with the Cultural Adviser of the Iranian Embassy in Kazakhstan, Mr. Ali Akbar Talebi Matin.The purpose of the visit is to identify the main areas of cooperation in the field of humanitarian research and art, as well as new prospects for Kazakh–Iranian cooperation at the level of educational activities with Astana International University.

The award ceremony " Best University Lecturer — 2023", which was held on March 1-2, 2024 at the International Kazakh-Turkish University named after Khoja Ahmed Yasawi in Turkestan with the participation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan S. Nurbek, became an important event in the education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. 

Alibek Baktybayevich Barlybayev, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Information Technology and Engineering at Astana International University, became one of the honored owners of the prestigious award "Best University Lecturer — 2023". His work, commitment to high standards of education and innovative teaching methods have been recognized by the educational community. Alibek Baktybaevich Barlybaev is a teacher who has a deep understanding of his activities and effectively transmits knowledge to students. His teaching methods are characterized by an innovative approach and the use of modern technologies. He strives not only to impart knowledge to his students, but also to inspire them to seek new knowledge and research.

Congratulations to Senior Lecturer of the Higher School of Natural Sciences, Aiman Karabalayeva, on being awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the field of «6D011300 – Biology»!

Her dissertation titled «Monitoring of visual system indicators in students and scientific and methodological basis for implementing the results in higher education» was defended on December 8, 2023, at the dissertation council of Abai KazNPU.

We wish Aiman Karabalayeva further scientific and creative achievements!

On February 28, 2024, Astana International University and the branch of JSC “National Center for Advanced Studies “Orleu” “Institute of Professional Development for the City of Astana” signed a memorandum of cooperation.

The parties identified the following areas of mutual cooperation:

- increasing the competencies of teachers through the participation of representatives of the parties in scientific and methodological seminars, scientific and practical conferences, webinars, innovative platforms, master classes, trainings for the exchange of accumulated knowledge and experience in the field of preschool and secondary education;

- conducting joint research and development that meets global trends and demands of modern society in the field of education with the involvement of students and teachers;

- development of methodological recommendations for improving the teaching practices of future specialists, aimed at self-development and organizing reflective practice and improving the research culture, etc.

Astana International University invites you to study at the School of Social Entrepreneurship «Oreli urpak». The training will take place from March 6 to April 12, 2024 with the issuance of a certificate. After successfully completing the training, participants will receive advice and assessment of social projects from project experts.

On May 24, 2024, we are waiting for the best social projects for the Social Ideas Competition. For questions regarding participation, please call +7 701 7305411 (WhatsApp). Follow the announcements on the NGO Academy project website https://academy-ngo.kz/. 

Between January 15 and February 25, 2024, students at the Higher School of Economics book courses from Coursera. 50 second and third year students, at the expense of the university, successfully studied courses «Project Management» and «Consumer Behavior».

The knowledge gained strengthens the competence of our future specialists, targeting efficiency and career self-determination.

On February 21, 2024, Astana International University (AIU) welcomed a delegation from Michigan State University (MSU), which included: Julie A. Sinclair, PhD, Deputy Director of the Office of International Educational Research, University of Michigan College, Xinyu Wu, PhD, Director of the International Professional Visits Program at the University of Michigan, Sakil Malik, Senior Advisor for Global Education at the University of Michigan College, and Aliya Bizhanova, PhD candidate in the Education Policy Program and Research Associate in the Office of International Educational Research at the University of Michigan College.

The MSU delegation shared information about the wide range of internships that MSU provides for Kazakh scholars and students. They praised the academic achievements of the visiting trainees, including AIU staff.

The parties plan to establish close cooperation in various areas, including innovations in pedagogy, research methods, educational leadership, etc.

This important event reflects the growing interest of Kazakhstani educational institutions in international cooperation and exchange of experience in the field of higher education.

The parties expressed hopes for future fruitful cooperation, with the goal of enriching educational opportunities and academic exchange between Astana and Michigan.

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Michigan State University, founded in 1855, is one of the leading universities in the United States. It offers a variety of training programs and is highly ranked nationally and globally. The university is renowned for its research programs and emphasis on innovation in education.

On February 23, 2024, the Higher School of Law and the Department of Student Affairs of the Astana International University organized and held a meeting of students with the prosecutors of the Prosecutor's Office of the city of Astana - Saduakas Zhangir Raiymbekuly and Anuarov Gylymkozha Abdikaugaly.

Gylymkozha Abdikahuly noted that the problem of drug addiction among young people today is becoming a problem all over the world. This is because nine out of ten drug addicts are unlikely to receive full treatment. Most of them do not live to be 40 years old. The bulk of drug users are young people aged 18 to 30 years. However, unfortunately, recently children and teenagers are among those who use drugs. Therefore, representatives of the prosecutor's office and the competent authorities for youth affairs put drug addiction prevention efforts at the forefront.

Zhangir Raiymbekuly spoke about plant and synthetic drugs and their compounds. He also warned that the illegal use, manufacture, storage, purchase, transportation, sale and advertising of drugs is subject to criminal liability and punishment in the form of imprisonment. 

Prosecutors devoted a separate part of their speech to an appeal not to participate in gambling, and it is better to devote free time to loved ones and personal growth. To summarize, gambling addiction often ends in prolonged depression, the commission of serious crimes, even suicide.

Students were also told about measures to protect themselves from fraudulent activities related to financial pyramids and gambling addiction.

The students were shown videos and given real examples from the professional experience of a prosecutor, and they received detailed answers to their questions.

This event was attended by the director of the Department of Student Affairs of the AIU A.T. Tlesheva, Deputy Dean of the Higher School of Law Zh.D. Seilkhanov, manager of the student affairs department K.S. Bakenova, curator of HSL A.K. Elubekova.