Today, the educational and methodological open house day “Methodfest” continued at the Faculty of History and Law. As part of the “One Day – One Faculty” project, the event began with an exhibition presenting the faculty’s academic content, teaching methodology, and digital technological innovations.

History and law are fundamental fields that explore the past and present of society as an integral whole. During the festival, the faculty team reinterpreted the role of these two disciplines within the modern educational environment. The focus was placed not only on updating course content, but also on optimizing students’ modes of perception. The integration of modern digital technologies, artificial intelligence, gamification, and an integrated educational model aims to deepen students’ historical thinking skills.

At the opening of the festival, young researcher Aydana Idrisova presented her experience of applying VR/AR technologies in history lessons. She emphasized that visualizing historical spaces can significantly increase students’ interest in the subject.

“History is often presented in a generalized way, and students remain passive listeners. However, when learners not only listen but also ‘experience’ an era through new technologies, it has a powerful impact on their understanding. Their interest in history grows considerably,” she noted.

According to her, if a student can walk through the streets of an ancient city in a virtual environment, history becomes more than a collection of abstract facts—it turns into a vivid and tangible reality. Instead of merely memorizing chronology and events, students perceive them almost as if they had witnessed them firsthand, making such lessons truly unforgettable.

Indeed, the ultimate goal of new teaching methodologies is not to increase the volume of information, but to transform the quality of perception. During the festival, participants were introduced to methods of analyzing historical sources using artificial intelligence, incorporating gamification elements into lesson structures, and conducting reflective research based on Lesson Study. This format requires educators to be inquisitive and continuously refine their professional competencies.

The festival also showcased other strengths of the faculty. In legal education, particular emphasis is placed on interactive practicums and situational case studies. Processes ranging from contractual relations to electronic justice are examined through realistic scenarios, allowing the logic of legal reasoning to be developed step by step. Case studies designed to foster legal literacy among school students serve as effective tools for decision-making, demonstrating the legal responsibilities that may arise from everyday actions.

The integration of artificial intelligence tools into teaching, the use of proprietary digital resources, and the introduction of digital forensics elements represent part of the faculty’s systematic transformation. Historical content based on visual data does not contradict classical academic material; rather, it adapts it to contemporary formats. This approach broadens perception and presents knowledge in a modern form. After all, law is not merely the text of a rule, but a measure of justice.

The educational and methodological open house day “Methodfest” clearly demonstrated the identity of the Faculty of History and Law. The faculty does not limit itself to delivering information; its mission is to cultivate professionals who can think critically, argue convincingly, and feel a deep sense of responsibility to society. 

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