THE DEVELOPMENT OF STEM EDUCATION IN UZBEKISTAN'S EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM
Keywords:
STEM education, Uzbekistan, educational reform, science and technology, curriculum development, teacher training, educational infrastructure, socio-economic developmentAbstract
This article explores the development of STEM education in Uzbekistan’s educational system, highlighting recent policy reforms, curriculum modernization, teacher training initiatives, and infrastructural improvements. It examines the progress made in increasing student participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines, while also identifying challenges such as regional disparities, resource limitations, and the need for stronger collaboration between educational institutions and industry. The study concludes that sustained investment and policy support are crucial to fully realize the potential of STEM education as a driver for Uzbekistan’s socio-economic growth and technological innovation.
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