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Mikheil Chkhenkeli discussed details of ongoing and future cooperation in the field of education with the British Ambassador
Mikheil Chkhenkeli, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, hosted Justin McKenzie Smith, British Ambassador to Georgia, and discussed ongoing and future cooperation plans across all levels of education. The meeting was attended by Zaza Purtseladze, Director General of the British Council in Georgia.
"Sportphoto 2019" - The Sports Photo Exhibition Held for the Sixth Time
The "Fabrika" exhibition space hosted the sixth exhibition depicting sports events – "Sportphoto 2019". Within the framework of the exhibition, a photo exhibition depicting significant sports events of 2019 and a catalog presentation were held.
Freestyle wrestling team returned to Tbilisi
Following the European Championship held in Rome, the Georgian freestyle wrestling team returned to the homeland with 1 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals. The Georgian team took third place in the team ranking at the European Championship.
Mikheil Chkhenkeli Discussed Future Cooperation Issues with the Ambassador of Israel
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli, held an introductory meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the State of Israel to Georgia, Ran Gidor, during which the parties discussed future cooperation issues between Georgia and Israel in the fields of education and culture.
Registration time for externate exams has been extended
Based on the interests of the students, the deadline for those wishing to overcome the I-XII grade general education curriculum in the form of externship has been extended, and February 18, 2020 has been determined as an additional registration date.
To strengthen the social work component, the Mandaturi Service is getting acquainted with European experience
A one-week forum on issues related to strengthening the social work component in public schools of Georgia has opened. Wim Hansens, Deputy Director and Senior Trainer at the Don Bosco Groenveld School in Belgium, has visited Georgia specifically for the forum.
Tamar Kitiashvili discussed current and future cooperation issues with UNICEF representatives
Tamar Kitiashvili, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, held a working meeting with representatives of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), within the framework of which she spoke about the ongoing reform and existing challenges in the vocational education system.
Cooperation with the European Union will continue in order to develop key competences at the general and vocational education levels
Tamar Kitiashvili, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, participated in the discussion of the results of a study implemented with the support of the European Union, which addresses issues related to the development of key competencies at the general and vocational education levels.
Mikheil Chkhenkeli: "Each of you is a winner today, because you serve the most vital cause, which is the upbringing of the future generation"
With the support of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, and through the initiative and organization of the National Center for Professional Development of Teachers, the "Best Director of the Year" award ceremony was held for the first time in Georgia.
Shalva Gogoladze donated sports equipment to Tsalka municipality
On February 14, the final stage of the Judo and Greco-Roman Wrestling Tournament was held at Tsalka Sports Complex (7 Chabukiani Street). The two-day tournament was held in 13 weight categories. 80 young athletes participated in the competition.
The governing body of the Abastumani Observatory will be its Scientific Council
Nunu Mitskevich, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Georgia, held a meeting with the administration and scientific staff of the Evgeni Kharadze Abastumani Astrophysical Observatory. At the meeting, the parties discussed the process of transforming the observatory into a Legal Entity of Public Law, which is being carried out through communication and agreement with all scientific staff.
New authorization standards have been introduced
The National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement has launched large-scale measures to support the introduction of new standards for the authorization of vocational education institutions, many of which will be implemented within the scope of the agreement between the Center and UNDP.
The introduction of the general education component in vocational education begins
This spring, the vocational education system will receive students for the first time, who will be offered general education in addition to studying the vocation of their preference.
Mikheil Chkhenkeli discussed details of implementation of $ 7 million educational project in Georgia with USAID Mission Director
Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli met with USAID Mission Director in Georgia - Peter Weibler to discuss the implementation of a $7 million educational program within the framework of the US-Georgia Strategic Partnership.
Nunu Mitskevichi discusses future plans with Horizon 2020 local representatives
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, Nunu Mitskevich held a working meeting with the local representatives of the EU Research and Innovation Framework Program "Horizon 2020", which is coordinated by the Ministry.
Mikheil Chkhenkeli discussed new educational projects with the Italian Ambassador
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia, Mikheil Chkhenkeli, held an introductory meeting with the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Italy to Georgia, Enrico Valvo, where the sides discussed the prospects of cooperation between Georgia and Italy.New standards have been introduced into the vocational education system
As part of a comprehensive education reform, new standards for authorization in the vocational education system have been adopted, bringing the vocational education system closer to the European standard.
The Regional Guide Program has its first graduates
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Tamar Kitiashvili attended a summary event of the regional tour guide short-term training course, where 63 graduates of four regions of Georgia were awarded with relevant certificates.
The Norwegian ambassador got acquainted with the ongoing reforms in vocational education
Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Tamar Kitiashvili hosted the Ambassador of Norway to Georgia - Helen Sandersen and introduced the current developments in vocational education.
The “new school model” is moving to a large scale
Ekaterine Dgebuadze, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia held a presentation on system development vision of general education for media representatives.
Mikheil Chkhenkeli discussed the transition to a new stage of cooperation with the Estonian Ambassador
The Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia - Mikheil Chkhenkeli held a working meeting with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Estonia to Georgia - Kai Kaarelson.No news found.