Within the framework of the 2nd International Talent Summit held in Astana, a memorandum was signed to establish a modern educational infrastructure in Kazakhstan based on the “Sirius” model. This initiative is aimed at supporting gifted youth and developing the country’s intellectual potential. The ceremonial event was attended by Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs of Abai University, Banu Narbekova.

In December last year, the Sirius Educational Center held a meeting with the leadership of Abai University, where the parties agreed to implement joint projects. As a result, the university will take a direct part in creating a modern educational infrastructure and contribute to the scientific and human resource support of the center. In particular, it is planned to train specialists for the international educational center to be established in Almaty and Astana.

The 2nd International Talent Summit is aimed at expanding strategic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia, as well as launching new initiatives in the field of education. The summit was attended by the Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhuldyz Suleimenova, international experts, and renowned scholars. Among them was Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs of Abai University, Banu Narbekova, representing the university, which actively collaborates with Sirius. Such initiatives are expected to provide a new impetus to the development of Kazakhstan’s education system, particularly in the field of information technology.

The core value of Abai University lies in its pedagogical expertise and experience in training specialists. On this basis, the university will be able to develop dual-degree programs in STEM+AI, create next-generation educational programs integrating artificial intelligence into the teaching of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology, and launch joint dual-degree master’s programs. It is also planned to form a new model for training teachers focused on working with gifted children. In particular, specialized teachers will be trained for the Sirius school with instruction based on technological integration. Methodologies for pedagogical support of students’ research projects will be developed, taking into account the analysis of scientific and innovative activities. Additionally, joint laboratories and research groups will be established at the university, with research conducted in AI in Education, EdTech, and STEM Education. Overall, Abai University is proposing a wide range of forward-looking initiatives.

Another key area will be the development of new-format courses and teaching materials for educators, as well as digital content creation. AI tools will be introduced into the teaching process to enhance the qualifications of future professionals. This partnership opens new opportunities for the university’s transformation: educational programs will be updated, and a transition to an interdisciplinary and research-oriented learning model is planned. This project will contribute to the training of a new generation of teachers.

There is strong confidence that the memorandum signed within the framework of the international summit will give a new impetus to the development of pedagogical education in the country.

Media Center “Abai University”