EXPERIENCE OF PEDAGOGICAL PRACTICE IN THE CONTEXT OF DIGITAL EDUCATION

At the Higher School of Education of L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, within the Department of Pedagogy, the final conference of the teaching internship for 4th-year students of the educational program 6B01201 – “Preschool Education and Upbringing” was held. The conference took place online via Microsoft Teams under the theme “Experience of Pedagogical Practice in the Context of Digital Education.” The event became an important academic and practice-oriented platform where students analyzed the experience they had accumulated over several months and shared their pedagogical insights.

In today’s educational environment, digital technologies have become an integral part of a teacher’s professional activity. Therefore, the main objective of the conference was to analyze the outcomes of the internship, demonstrate students’ professional achievements, and facilitate experience sharing. The event brought together the internship supervisor and students, who reflected on their initial professional experiences in the field of preschool education.

Teaching practice is one of the most important stages in the professional development of future specialists. During this period, theoretical knowledge is integrated with real-life pedagogical activity. Through direct interaction with children, students mastered various approaches to organizing the educational process and developed an understanding of the responsibility inherent in the teaching profession. During the conference, they presented their lessons, innovative teaching methods, and engaging activities conducted with children.

The internship was carried out in preschool institutions No. 5 “Akbota,” No. 7 “Akku,” “Altyn Urpaq,” “Spectrum International Kindergarten,” and “Abadan.” These institutions served as practical training grounds, allowing students to gain insight into the real functioning of the preschool education system. Future teachers organized learning activities in accordance with children’s age characteristics, actively applying play-based learning, creative tasks, and interactive methods.

The presentations delivered at the conference covered the content and methodological features of the educational process in preschool institutions. Students highlighted the effectiveness of play-based technologies, interactive approaches, and the use of digital educational tools. This experience contributed to the development of their professional competencies and facilitated their adaptation to pedagogical work.

Attention was also given to the challenges encountered during the internship, such as adapting to individual differences among children, effective lesson planning, and selecting appropriate teaching methods. Possible solutions were discussed, and the support of experienced educators played a significant role in helping students overcome these difficulties.

During the interactive session, the internship supervisor initiated discussions through problem-based questions. Students shared the most effective methods they had used, meaningful professional experiences, and the skills they had developed. Special attention was given to the use of digital educational tools and the potential of artificial intelligence. Preliminary results of their graduation research projects were also presented, contributing to a productive academic discussion.

A key feature of the internship was the exploration of the possibilities of applying artificial intelligence technologies in pedagogical practice. Students used digital tools to enhance children’s cognitive activity, develop creative thinking, and foster research skills. AI-based interactive platforms, educational applications, and digital games helped to make the learning process more engaging and personalized. In addition, students applied AI technologies to visualize learning materials, differentiate tasks, analyze children’s progress, and provide effective feedback. Thus, pedagogical practice in a digital education environment contributed to the development of innovative thinking and elevated the professional competencies of future teachers.

Throughout the conference, participants actively expressed their opinions via online chat and open microphones, fostering an open and constructive dialogue. Importantly, the internship enabled students to effectively integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application. The use of digital tools and artificial intelligence technologies helped them develop skills in planning educational activities, designing interactive tasks, and implementing modern teaching approaches.

At the conclusion of the conference, the internship supervisor highly evaluated the students’ work, noting their professional growth, the quality of their teaching, and their creative initiatives. Outstanding presentations and innovative ideas were specially recognized. This event became an important step in shaping a professional community of future teachers committed to continuous learning and the implementation of modern educational technologies.

4th-year student

Kuralay Nurbodatkyzy