On October 20, 2026 the second day of the Uzbekistan–Korea Education Innovation Forum, entitled “From Teaching Innovation to Future Cooperation,” was successfully held at the Rich Park Hotel in Tashkent.

The international event focused on developing the digital and artificial intelligence (AI) competencies of vocational education teachers, exchanging advanced pedagogical practices, and further strengthening educational cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea.

The second day of the forum brought together technical college teachers, representatives of the education sector, and Korean experts. The programme included a special lecture, question-and-answer sessions and discussions, presentations on best practices at technical colleges, and meetings dedicated to future prospects for cooperation.

The moderation provided by Associate Professor Guzal Eshchanova, Coordinator of the Digital Education Innovation and Support Centre (DEISC), played an important role in ensuring the event was meaningful and productive. Throughout the forum, the sessions were conducted in a well-structured manner, creating a favourable environment for effective dialogue and the exchange of experience between speakers and participants.

Special Lecture by a Korean Expert

One of the key events of the forum was a special lecture delivered by Korean education expert Professor Myungsook Choi. The lecture was entitled “Pedagogical Support Strategies for Strengthening the Digital and AI Competencies of Technical College Teachers.”

The lecture addressed ways to improve the digital literacy of vocational education teachers, effectively integrate artificial intelligence into the educational process, and enhance teaching methods through the use of modern technologies.

Following the lecture, a question-and-answer session and discussion were held with participants. They exchanged views on the use of digital technologies in teaching practice and approaches to supporting teachers in their professional development.

Best Practices from Technical Colleges Presented

The next part of the forum programme featured presentations showcasing best practices from vocational education institutions.

First, Ismoil Ergashev, Director of International Technical College No. 4 in Samarkand, delivered a presentation. He provided a detailed overview of the ten-year partnership established with Keimyung College University, the achievements resulting from this cooperation, and initiatives undertaken to develop vocational education. He also highlighted the importance of international partnerships in improving the quality of education, adopting advanced practices, and enhancing teaching activities.

The presentation demonstrated the practical outcomes of long-standing educational cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea. It also underscored the importance of exchanging experience among vocational education institutions and further developing cooperation in the future.

In addition, Associate Professor Rustam Baratov, Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics at the Faculty of Energy of the National Research University “TIIAME,” presented examples of advanced practices.

During these presentations, participants discussed ways to improve the quality of vocational education, promote effective practices, and expand the implementation of modern teaching methods. The question-and-answer sessions provided opportunities to exchange ideas and propose new initiatives.

Prospects for Future Cooperation

The final part of the forum focused on summarising the issues discussed throughout the day, with particular attention to developing student exchange programmes and taking educational cooperation between Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea to a new level.

Held to a high standard over two days, the international forum served as an important platform for dialogue on modernising vocational education, strengthening teachers’ professional competencies, making effective use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence, and learning from advanced international practices.

The forum marked an important step towards strengthening educational ties between Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea, expanding international knowledge exchange, and advancing future joint initiatives.

At the conclusion of the forum, speakers and participants who had actively contributed to the event were awarded certificates in recognition of their participation and contributions to the development of educational cooperation. The certificates acknowledged their efforts in facilitating the exchange of experience and further strengthening educational partnerships between Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea.

Information provided by Associate Professor Guozal Eshchanova,“TIIAME" National Research University