EDUCATION IN UZBEKISTAN: REFORMS, CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE PROSPECTS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/Keywords:
education, Uzbekistan, educational reform, digital education, higher education, innovation, teacher development, lifelong learning, educational technology, quality education.Abstract
Education is one of the key pillars of national development and social progress. In recent years, Uzbekistan has undertaken comprehensive reforms to modernize its education system, improve educational quality, and align national standards with international practices. These reforms aim to develop human capital, promote innovation, strengthen digital literacy, and prepare young people for the demands of a global knowledge economy. This article examines the structure of the education system in Uzbekistan, recent educational reforms, the integration of digital technologies, teacher professional development, higher education modernization, and existing challenges. It also discusses future prospects for improving educational quality and competitiveness. The study concludes that sustainable investment in education, innovation, and teacher training is essential for achieving long-term socio-economic development.
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