Uzbekistan Advances Digital Education: UNESCO and UNICEF Empower Teachers with AI and ICT Training

During her visit, Wendy Gorton collaborated with local teachers and education leaders at regional training centers to introduce digital training programs and establish a sustainable ICT competency framework.

The government of Uzbekistan is embracing cutting-edge technology to enhance education and ensure inclusive learning for all. Under the Empowering Education in Uzbekistan: Leveraging ICT and Digital Learning for High-Quality and Inclusive Education Results project, implemented by UNESCO in collaboration with UNICEF through the Uzbekistan Vision 2030 Fund ISHONCH, digital transformation in education is taking a significant step forward.

From February 5 to 7, Wendy Gorton, a globally recognized learning and development specialist, visited the regions of Sukhandarya, Bukhara, and Fergana to support educators in their digital transformation journey. Her expertise is helping implement UNESCO's ICT Competency Framework for Teachers, integrating AI-based solutions and ensuring that teachers are well-equipped with digital tools to enhance learning experiences.

Strengthening Teachers' Digital Skills

During her visit, Wendy Gorton collaborated with local teachers and education leaders at regional training centers to introduce digital training programs and establish a sustainable ICT competency framework. Her efforts included:

• Implementing AI-powered educational tools to personalize and enhance teaching methodologies.
• Providing professional development on integrating technology into curricula effectively.
• Building digital literacy to ensure teachers can leverage online platforms for interactive and inclusive education.

A Lasting Impact on Uzbekistan's Education System

Wendy Gorton continues working with the project team to develop training modules, train master trainers, and upgrade the digital infrastructure of teacher training centers. With her extensive experience in technology-driven education and community engagement, she is ensuring that Uzbek educators are at the forefront of digital transformation.

This mission marks a critical milestone in Uzbekistan's commitment to providing equitable and high-quality digital education. By equipping teachers with AI-driven tools and ICT competencies, this initiative aims to have a long-term impact, ensuring no teacher or student is left behind in the digital era.

About the UNESCO-UNICEF Initiative

The Empowering Education in Uzbekistan project seeks to bridge the digital divide and enhance education quality, particularly in rural and marginalized areas. Key components of the initiative include:

• Establishing a national teacher education policy to align with digital advancements.
• Developing an ICT Competency Framework to standardize digital training for educators.
• Creating comprehensive training modules to support teachers in effectively integrating technology into their classrooms.

Through these efforts, educators are gaining the necessary skills to foster innovative, technology-enhanced learning environments, preparing students for a digitally connected world.

This initiative reaffirms Uzbekistan's dedication to ensuring its education system remains inclusive, forward-thinking, and technologically advanced.