Teachers of the department have published a number of scientific articles, monographies, textbooks and teaching aids on actual problems of language teaching: Kulazhanov K.S., Bekturov S.K., Bopishev V. S. «Kazakh for food industry and household service specialists», Sagimova A.S., Aukhadieva Z.Zh. «Kazakh С1-2», Esenova E.M., Jakipova L.S.
Teachers implement innovative methods of teaching in the educational process in accordance with modern technologies and transition to the credit system of education. Collective scientific-methodical and copyrighted works of teachers of the department are assigned for both classroom and independent work of students. They are: Ergazieva N.I., Nizamova M.N., Eseteva A.T. «Teaching materials on the practical course of the Russian language for students studying on credit technology», Zhakipova M.N., Saparova A.A. «Professional Russian Language», Aukhadieva Z.Zh., Sagimova A.S. «Professional Kazakh for Еconomics», Marinova N.I., Yezhenova A.A. «Professionally-oriented English», Aukhadieva Z.Zh. «Business Kazakh», Yegemberdieva G.M. «Deutsch für den Beruf», Yesenova E.M. «Grammar of the English», Besschetnova L.V. «Russian В2», Smagulova Sh.K., Almatova N.A. "Professional Russian", Nizamova M.N., Nurpeisova G.M., Tekeyeva G.K. "Professional Russian".
Today, the activity of the Department of State and Foreign Languages is aimed to the further development and introduction of innovative methods of language teaching in educational process, elaboration of teaching aids, professionally-oriented dictionaries and collections of texts on specialties of Almaty Technological University in the aspect of language use as a means of intercultural communication, expansion and strengthening of international cooperation with the purpose of exchange of experience in teaching and improving the preparation of future specialists.
In the 2022-2023 academic year, almost 90% of the faculty members of the department took professional development courses. Teachers are interested in improving their own scientific and professional competence. In addition, the acquired knowledge and skills are reflected in the scientific research of the teachers and in their research work with students. The information mastered by the teachers about modern innovative approaches to the process of education allows to optimize the process of professional education of students in the technological university taking into account their future specialty. Especially fruitful were the seminar-trainings on the following topics: "Improvement of foreign language teaching methodology" (09.0-16.01.23), "Application of digital technology in language teaching” (04.01-14,01. 2023)", "Online - teacher: methods and tools of effective online learning (23.01-02.02.2023)", organized by leading teachers of foreign language of Al Farabi KazNU and Abylai Khan KazUMO and IMYA. Abylai Khan from 30.05. to 07.06.2022. During these courses, teachers of the department learned the use of digital educational technologies, gamification of podcasts, Chatbots in language teaching, the development of "soft competencies" in students, the introduction of CLIL in the classroom, the use of blended learning in higher education, as well as the effective conduct of online classes, which are information sources in digital form, which will be successful in the future.
Achievements
Senior Lecturer of the Department of State and Foreign Languages Abdullaeva A.A. held a seminar for ATU employees as part of the Winter School event on January 13, 2025 on the topic: "Modern Teaching Methods in the Digital Age: Artificial Intelligence". The purpose of the event: To familiarize ATU employees with modern approaches to teaching based on the capabilities of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, as well as to discuss practical methods for implementing AI in the educational process. The main issues discussed at the seminar: Transformation of education in the context of digitalization; The role of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning; Intelligent teaching systems and adaptive technologies; Examples of using AI in higher education; Ethical aspects and challenges of implementing AI in the educational environment. Format: The seminar included a presentation with a theoretical part, a demonstration of cases of using AI in educational practice, as well as a discussion and answers to questions from the participants. Results and Outcomes: The seminar participants received up-to-date information on digital trends in education, discussed the possibilities of integrating AI into educational courses, and expressed interest in further professional development in this area.
"Senior Lecturer of the Department of State and Foreign Languages was awarded for the Republic Day" On October 25, 2024, as part of the ceremonial event dedicated to the Republic Day, Senior Lecturer of the Department of State and Foreign Languages Nurpeisova Gulzhakhan Muratbekovna was awarded a letter of thanks for her significant contribution to the development of the university. The rector of the university Talgat Kulazhanov highly appreciated the work of Nurpeisova G.M. in the scientific and educational process of the university and expressed his gratitude to her. This award is evidence of hard work and professional excellence in the field of education. We sincerely congratulate our colleague and wish her creative success and new achievements!
Serikbaeva Gulshat Zhapargalievna, assistant professor of the Department of State and Foreign Languages of the Almaty Technological University, was awarded the breast medal "Best Researcher of the CIS - 2024" of the Commonwealth of Independent States on April 15, 2024 for her significant contribution to the development of science and education. Registration number: No. 046 Place of award: Astana This award confirms the high level of professional and scientific activity, recognized at the international level.
Conversation Clubs at the Department of State and Foreign Languages: Live Communication Practice and Language Skills Development Starting in 2024 and continuing in 2025, the Department of State and Foreign Languages is actively implementing the initiative to hold conversation clubs in English, Russian and Kazakh. The clubs are attended by students, master's degree students and doctoral candidates interested in improving their language skills in an informal and friendly environment. Conversation clubs are held on a regular basis and cover a wide range of topics - from everyday situations and cultural differences to professional terminology and current social issues. Each lesson is aimed at developing communicative competence, confidence in oral speech and enriching vocabulary. The organizers strive to create an atmosphere conducive to the free exchange of opinions and active participation of all those present. This format helps not only to improve the level of language proficiency, but also develops critical thinking, creativity and intercultural understanding. The department thanks all participants and invites new students to join the conversation clubs in the future. Together we learn to speak freely and confidently!
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On November 28, 2024, ATU held a training seminar for the faculty on the topic "Individual approach and adaptation to the needs of students: the practice of effective interaction." The speaker of the event was the head of the department of state and foreign languages, Gulshat Zhapargalievna Serikbaeva. During the seminar, the participants were presented with effective approaches to building a personalized educational process focused on the needs, level of training and individual characteristics of students. The speaker dwelt in detail on the methods of diagnosing educational needs, reviewed practical cases and proposed tools for creating an inclusive educational environment. Particular attention was paid to issues of communication, student motivation and building trusting relationships between the teacher and the student. The event was held in an interactive form, the participants were actively involved in the discussion, shared their experiences and received answers to current questions related to teaching and supporting students. Result: The training seminar contributed to the improvement of the professional competence of the teaching staff, the expansion of the range of pedagogical and methodological techniques and the strengthening of the practice of an individual approach in educational activities.
On February 21, 2025, the Department of State and Foreign Languages together with the Scientific Library of ATU held a round table on the topic "E.A. Buketov - the architect of science and education", dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the outstanding scientist, academician Ebiney Arystanovich Buketov. Responsible organizers of the event: Head of the Department of State and Foreign Languages - Serikbaeva G.Zh., Senior Lecturer - Sagimova A.S., Responsible employee of the Scientific Library of ATU - Sauytbek Arailym Nurbolkyzy. Honorary guests of the round table: Vice-Rector of ATU for Educational Work - K.S. Batkholdin, Dean of the Faculty of FDTTiO - Sarttarova L.T., Director of the Scientific Library of ATU - Tulekova B.T. During the event, the outstanding merits of E.A. Buketov in the field of science and education, as well as his personality, were widely discussed.
