Results of regional workshop on training teachers of computer science and robotics as part of Pilot Project “Ozyq Urpaq” in Ridder town

Robotics is an applied science focused on developing automated technical systems, allowing students to enhance their skills in real time and boost their physical and mental abilities.

On 11-13 December, 2024, Örken East Kazakhstan Regional Scientific and Methodological Center for Informatization and Education Development of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region and Education Department of Ridder town, jointly with Robotek Group LLP, conducted a three-day training as part of the Pilot Project “Ozyq Urpaq” for 14 teachers of computer science and robotics from 6 schools of Ridder town: Secondary School No. 2, Secondary School No. 3, Secondary School No. 10, Secondary School No. 14, Secondary School No. 16, Shanyrak Multidisciplinary Gymnasium School”.  

The opening ceremony was attended by Sanzhar Zh. Shalkarbekov, the founder and director of Robotek Group LLP, who introduced the stages of the teacher training program, the “Robotek.pro” platform, the benefits of the project and the expected outcomes.   

Andrey P. Lazarev, Executive Director for Administrative Affairs of Kazzinc LLP, discussed the mission, goals, and current projects of the company, highlighting the importance of launching this project to improve schoolchildren’s technical skills and knowledge levels, spark interest in science and technology, and foster a new generation of high-tech engineers and specialists.

Innesa A. Chernysheva, Head of Education Administration of East Kazakhstan region, expressed gratitude to Robotek and Kazzink for their efforts in conducting free robotics and programming clubs and identifying talented students.  

All project participants engaged in the practical activities led by the trainers, who would begin instructing students in school hobby groups from December 17, 2024. Schools will receive free access to the “Robotek.pro” platform. A qualifying round for the Republican Robotics Festival will take place in April, 2025.