The first stage of the competition entitled "The use of the digital laboratory equipment "LabDisk" for natural sciences in the teaching process" was completed. The main objective of the competition held for the first time is to expand the use of the new, digital laboratory equipment and the innovative technologies of the twenty-first century in the process of organizing lessons in natural sciences (chemistry, biology and physics). 89 works were submitted to the first stage of the competition jointly organized by the Ministry of Education and "Edumedia" LLC. 3 of them were not suitable for the conditions of the competition and were not accepted for this reason. In summary, 68 of the works accepted in the competition were in the category "The best teacher's work", and 18 of them were in the category "The best instructor`s work". The projects were submitted to the Expert Commission in order to be evaluated on the basis of the criteria defined in the second stage. The results of the second stage and the names of nominees will be announced on February 16. The candidates, who won the competition, will be presented with "iPad air", "Globimate" tablet, "Samsung Galaxy Tab-3” and other special prizes.

12/02/2016 13:51

On February 9, the lesson on the theme "From geography-observation to fundamental science and application" was conducted for 9th and 10th grade students of Classical Gymnasium No.160 in Baku. The lesson was conducted by Ramiz Mammadov, academician, Director of the Institute of Geography of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS).  During the lesson, academician Ramiz Mammadov informed pupils about the assumptions about the history of mankind, the changes that have occurred over a period of time in the world map, and the climatic changes that have been widely discussed in recent years. At the same time, he shared his views on the geography of development, natural resources, physical-geographical and economic zoning of Azerbaijan, and answered pupils` questions. In the end, academician presented the Hydrometeorological Atlas of the Caspian Sea as a gift to Geography Cabinet of Classical Gymnasium No.160. The lesson was attended by employees of the Ministry of Education and Baku City Education Department, education experts and mass media representatives. It should be noted that the lessons are organized in accordance with the initiative associated with the target-oriented program entitled "From Science to Education" and put forward by Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Education, at the ceremony dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS). In accordance with the agreement reached between the Ministry of Education and the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), these lessons are taught by prominent scientists working at ANAS.

11/02/2016 16:38

On February 9, the meeting on changes to student scholarships was held at the Ministry of Education with Vice-rectors and accountants of higher educational institutions, and directors and accountants of secondary specialized educational institutions. During the meeting, the duties arising from the Order No. 1516 of the President of Azerbaijan Republic dated November 10, 2015, on "Making amendments to the Order No. 3108 of the President of Azerbaijan Republic dated August 30, 2013, on "Increasing scholarships for doctoral candidates, students and pupils of higher, secondary specialized and initial vocational educational institutions"" were explained to the employees of educational institutions. It was noted that according to the Order, scholarships would be paid to students receiving full-time education at higher and secondary specialized educational institutions regardless of tuition-free education or fee-based education for students and taking into account the overall average success rate and the academic achievements in subjects. It was underlined that the document signed by the head of state was aimed to increase state care for students, to stimulate students' interest in education, to create a competitive environment among learners in order to improve the quality of education and to strengthen the social protection of youth in accordance with the "National Strategy for the Development of Education in the Republic of Azerbaijan". The new rule reflects the true purpose of student scholarship and is based on the principle of justice. In accordance with the Order, the "Rule of assignment and payment of scholarships to doctoral candidates, students and pupils of higher, secondary specialized and initial vocational education institutions" was approved by the Decision of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Under the new rules, scholarships will be paid to students receiving full-time education at higher and secondary specialized education institutions regardless of tuition-free education or fee-based education for students and taking into account the overall average success rate and the academic achievements in subjects. So, after the first half-year, regardless of tuition-free education or fee-based education for students, scholarships will be assigned to those, who differ in high academic achievement, after taking into account the total number of students admitted to education institution, to this specialty with the state order in the current year. The implementation of the Order provides an opportunity for students from low-income families, and for those, who get a fee-based education and differ in high academic achievement, to receive a scholarship. In addition, refugees and internally displaced persons, as well as students from privileged families, whose tuition fees are paid by the state, will have the opportunity to improve social welfare. In addition to the above, new rules will enable to stimulate interest in education and to create a competitive environment among learners. This, in turn, will create favorable conditions to improve the quality of education and to carry out training of high-quality personnel.  At the end of the meeting, numerous questions of participants of the event were answered.

11/02/2016 12:20

Within the framework of the cooperation between SABAH groups and the project "Healthy Education – Healthy Nation", the internship program has been organized for third-year students studying in the specialty of "Primary School Teacher" at SABAH groups of Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University. Students do pedagogical practical work in "Healthy education classes" of secondary schools No. 23, 26, 83, 114 and 214 of Baku city starting from February 1. The practical work is expected to last until February 12. During the practice period, the resource specialists, psychologist and pedagogue of the project "Healthy Education – Healthy Nation", at the same time, the head of SABAH Center of Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University regularly visit classes and support young teachers. At the end of the internship program, the open lesson, planned by students, will be observed and students will make a presentation on research topics defined in advance. In the end, the students, evaluated by resource specialists, psychologists, sociologists and independent observers in terms of attendance, communication, behavior towards pupils, activeness and other criteria, will receive a Certificate from the Ministry of Education and the National Center of Educational Technologies. It should be noted that "SABAH groups" have been established since 2014-2015 academic year in 7 higher education institutions, and are currently covering 11 higher education institutions and providing better learning and development opportunities for students. The project "SABAH groups" is one of the most successful projects in the field of higher education. The project "Healthy Education – Healthy Nation" serves to protect the health of learners and to improve their training and creative achievements in general education schools.

10/02/2016 14:28

The Ministry of Education began to study public opinion on new textbook projects. For many years, the textbooks compiled on the basis of new educational programs are brought into use for secondary schools of the country. After the launch of textbooks, certain problems are identified in their contents. The elimination of shortcomings is accompanied by certain difficulties because the textbooks have already been published in total circulation. In the academic year 2016-2017, 9th grade textbooks compiled on the basis of new educational programs will be brought into use for the first time in secondary schools of the country. Before the submission of textbooks for publication, their projects have been placed on the homepage of the website www.e-resurs.edu.az in order to improve textbooks by studying public opinion. It is planned to place all textbook projects on the website in the near future. You may be familiar with all textbook projects, placed on the website, by entering the website and pressing the button "Entire list". You can choose the textbook project you want to become better acquainted, can read it online or can download the PDF version to your computer. You can write your opinions, suggestions and comments on a specially designated area or send them to e-mail derslik@edu.gov.az. The Ministry of Education invites the general public - field experts, teachers, parents, in a word, all citizens to take an active part in the process of improving the textbook projects and sending the opinions, suggestions and comments to us. Your suggestions and recommendations are important to us!

10/02/2016 14:26

The citizens mostly appealed on the issues like recruitment of teachers or replacement of work place from one school to another one also from one region to another one, restoration to the work, recognition of educational documents, transfer of the students of higher and secondary specialized schools from one educational institution to another one, study fee and other issues in the reception held in accordance with citizens’ reception schedule of heads of central executive authorities in the towns and regions for February, 2016.  The reception was also attended by the internally displaced persons, temporarily settled in the mentioned regions. Most of the issues raised by the citizens were solved immediately. Relevant bodies of the Ministry were given instructions on several appeals. The citizens` appeals, having a personal character or not being within the competence of the Ministry, were recorded and taken under control in order to be delivered to the relevant bodies.

09/02/2016 17:37

On February 5, the next seminar on the theme "Teacher-student relationships and classroom management" was held in the city of Sumgait with the organizational support of the Ministry of Education. The seminar was attended by employees of the Ministry of Education, the leadership of Sumgait City Education Department, directors of general educational institutions, teachers, education experts, psychologists and mass media representatives. The main purpose of the seminar is to support the improvement of teacher-student relationships and to promote the establishment of parent-teacher-student relationship on the basis of sound principles and the use of new methods in classroom management. At the seminar, Vafa Yagublu, Senior Adviser of the Ministry of Education, delivered a presentation on the formation of positive behavioral habits in students, the development of emotional intelligence, the organization of awareness-raising campaigns for parents, the duties and principles of ethical conduct established by law for teachers' occupational activity. Ilhama Sultanova, Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, delivered a presentation on the theme "Psychological consequences of physical and emotional violence, civilized ways of punishment", spoke about the ways to correct student misbehavior in school, put forward proposals in order to regulate teacher-student, teacher-parent relationships. Then, the speakers touched upon the issue of attitude of mass media and social media towards the importance of improving the management in increasing the quality of education and the processes taking place within the framework of teacher-student relationships. In their speeches, they made proposals on the preparation of qualified parents, the intensification of propaganda work in this regard, the regular holding of such workshops and other such issues. It should be noted that the Ministry of Education has conducted trainings since the academic year 2013-2014 for prospective teachers and deputy directors, who want to become a school principal, in order to create favorable conditions for school principals to acquire the necessary characteristics, modern knowledge and skills.

09/02/2016 10:12

In accordance with the instructions of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Ilham Aliyev, the heads of state agencies hold meetings with members of the public in cities and regions. On February 5, Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Education, met with members of the public in Beylagan. Before the meeting, they visited the monument to national leader Heydar Aliyev erected in the city center of Beylagan and laid flowers at the monument. The meeting, held at the Palace of Culture, was attended by heads of departments, enterprises and organizations, law enforcement agencies of the region, entrepreneurs and members of the public. Speaking at the meeting, Vagif Abdullayev, Head of the Executive Power of Beylagan region, talked about the work done in recent years in the region and the successes achieved in various fields, including in the agricultural sector. He noted that the extensive construction work was carried out, the infrastructure projects were implemented and new jobs were opened in Beylagan as a result of the care and attention of President Ilham Aliyev to the socio-economic development of regions. According to him, there are ample opportunities for the development of cattle breeding, grain growing and cotton growing in Beylagan.  Speaking at the meeting, Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Education, noted that the main purpose of the meetings, held in the regions under the instructions of the President, is to listen to residents, to learn about their ideas and suggestions, to achieve a solution to the issues raised. Speaking about the socio-economic policy founded by great leader Heydar Aliyev and successfully continued by President Ilham Aliyev, the Minister underlined that Azerbaijan made significant progress in all fields in spite of conditions of war and more than a million refugees and internally displaced persons. The regions developed along with the capital. About three thousand schools, hundreds of hospitals were built, thousands of kilometers of roads were laid, infrastructure projects were implemented, extensive construction work was carried out. All these facts prove that the state policy carried out in Azerbaijan is based on improving the social welfare of the population. It was noted that the effective use of the land is of particular importance in order to ensure food security, to increase agricultural production. It is important to learn from the international experience and to use it in this field. The Minister of Education asked members of the public to actively participate in the discussions and to make proposals for solving problems and making full use of the potential of the region. Members of the public and entrepreneurs expressed their gratitude to the President for the attention and care, and put forward proposals on the development of cotton production, the provision of subsidies to cotton producers, the increasing of sowing turnover of the lands rented from winter pastures by 30-40 percent, the construction of new buildings for schools operating in the relevant buildings and the thorough overhaul of these schools. The Minister said that the raised issues would be investigated and the necessary measures would be taken. The meeting was attended by MPs Chingiz Ganizade and Shahin Ismayilov.   AZERTAC

09/02/2016 10:10

The seminar on the theme "Development prospects of Ecological Education and Experience, Tourism and Ethnography Centers operating in the system of the Ministry of Education" was held at the initiative of the Republican Centre of Ecological Education and Experience under Ministry of Education, the Young Tourists and Ethnography Centre by the experts of the Central Scientific Library of Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), WWF, GIZ, BSU, ENPİ FLEG and "Ecosphere" SEC. The seminar, held at the Central Scientific Library of ANAS with the participation of the directors of Ecological Education and Experience and Young Tourists and Ethnography Centers operating in our country, was dedicated to the organization of continuous ecological education on the basis of global and local experience, the strategic areas of activities in this field, joint cooperation, exchange of experience, the use of new teaching methods in the field of ecological education and tourism, and the discussion of various projects. Firuza Sultanzade, Director of the Republican Ecological Education and Experience, Tourism and Ethnography Center operating under the Ministry of Education, welcomed the participants of the event and wished success to the work of the seminar. The participants were informed about the main targets of future development strategy during multiple presentations delivered on the work done in the field of ecological education, ecosystem services, biodiversity conservation, protection and restoration of forest ecosystems. They expressed their views on the prospects of creating the Republican network of ecological and tourism centers, and on the teaching of ecology in secondary and higher education institutions. Extensive discussions were held with the teaching staff on the teaching of environmental topics, the holding of mass events, the environmental protection, the expansion of relations with government agencies and public organizations in the field of children's tourism, as well as the group work on special instructions was organized for the heads of the Centers.

09/02/2016 10:08

Cycling Regional Championships of "Olympic Movement" were completed and training drills were held in Baku in order to prepare young athletes for the final stage. The training drills were attended by 60-member delegation of athletes and teachers of 12 district teams of Baku city. The main purpose of the event is to help young athletes, who won the right to participate in the final stage of Baku City Championship among schoolchildren, achieve better results in the final stage. The training drills were held with the direct support of the Cycling Federation of Azerbaijan, the Republican Sports Center "Tahsil" and with the participation of Agshin Ismayilov, star athlete of the program. After the general instructional part of the event, the teams were divided into groups. Agshin Ismayilov and professional coachers from the Cycling Federation of Azerbaijan provided useful information for schoolchildren about the topics such as important actions at the starting time, speed adjustment during the movement and turning traffic safety. Following the theoretical session, professional sportsmen invited from the Federation clearly demonstrated all the movements. Then, the teams repeated these manoeuvres under the supervision and guidance of the allotted coachers. During the break, a master class was organized for schoolchildren with the participation of members of the National Team and Agshin Ismayilov. Farhad Aliyev, General Secretary of the Cycling Federation of Azerbaijan, expressed his views on the training drills and spoke about the importance of inclusion of cycling into the program "Olympic Movement". Agshin Ismayilov, star athlete of the program, noted that the program "Olympic Movement" aroused great interest among the youth and this program was extremely useful for children who started to ride a bike at the amateur level. It should be noted that the program "Olympic Movement" was jointly organized by the International Olympic Committee, the "Coca-Cola" company - the Worldwide Partner of the Olympic Games, the National Olympic Committee of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Ministry of Education. The pupils studying in more than 290 general education schools in Baku were involved in the regional championships organized under the program. At this stage, about 10 thousand schoolchildren (30 percent of them are girls) attended joyful, inclusive and safe sporting competitions held in 4 types of sports (3x3 basketball, badminton, athletics and cycling) with the support of National Sports Federations. Baku City Championship among schoolchildren will be held on the basis of the rules, approved by the International Sports Federations for sports included in the program of the Summer Olympic Games, and the "Olympic system". The competitions will end with the final round and sports festival which will be organized at one of the sports arenas where the Baku 2015 First European Games have been held.

09/02/2016 10:06