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Vocational school launched in Baghdati
“Iberia” - a vocational college based in Kutaisi, has now finished the renovation process for its vocational college branch in Baghdati. Imereti region now has one of the strongest vocational schools with a brand new building.
A large-scale renovation at the Batumi University
A first phase of large-scale renovation process was completed at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University. The five-storey main university building was completely renovated. Also, the laboratories for physics, information technology, zoology, forensics and mineralogy faculties were completely refurbished and equipped with the latest technological appliances
European logistics standards in Georgia
A new partnership project was formed between Kobuleti Community College “Akhali Talgha" and the Estonian Vocational Education and Training institution - “Valga", which entails a continous cooperation in the logistics industry, and the preparation of a highly qualified personnel in heavy and large-scale domestic and international freight transportation.
Innovation laboratory opened at Batumi University
During the visit to Adjara region, the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze visited several educational institutions. Amongst them was the Shota Rustaveli State University, where the Minister inspected the newly renovated technological faculty building, recently created university test center, and the industry related innovation laboratory – Publab, where students design their own products.
A new school was opened in Salibauri – Adjara region
During the visit of Adjara region, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze, together with the Minister of Education, Culture and Sports of Adjara A/R – Mr. George Tavamaishvili inspected a newly constructed public school in Salibauri - Khelvachauri municipality and met with the school teachers.
Infrastructural projects at “Akhali Talgha” vocational college
Within the vocational education reform framework, Kobuleti vocational college “Akhali Talgha” is undergoing a major renovation and refurbishment process. The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze, together the Minister of Culture and Sport of Adjara A /R – Mr. George Tavamaishvili got acquainted with the whole process.
A successful cooperation with the successful companies
College "Spektri" has been successfully cooperating with the private company - "Elita Burji" for three years now. The company’s is mainly focused on construction and manufacturing materials for the construction industry. Additionally, the company is equipped with modern equipment, and is one of the largest companies not only in Georgia but in the region of Caucasus.
New prospects of vocational education in tourism
Today, a conference was held, organized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia in partnership with the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ). The conference "New perspectives for vocational education in tourism" was opened by the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze.
Applicants of Vocational education program with special educational needs and disabilities are being tested
First Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Ketevan Natriashvili attended the testing process of the vocational education applicants with special educational needs at the EMIS (Education Management Information System) educational institution. She also got acquainted with the learning process of the facility, and met with the students in person.
The applicants of Vocational education programs are being tested
Since 9am -April 23, applicants of vocational education are being registered throughout the examination centers in Georgia. Upon a successful test completion, any person no matter the age of can have a full state-funded course of their preference (in the fields of tourism, construction, agrixulture, transport, information technology, and etc.) in a government established educational institution. In case of demand, there will be evening courses.
American professors to conduct a two-day seminar for the students, interested in the fields of engineering and technology
On 23-24 of April, professors visiting from the San Diego State University (SDSU) will perform a two-day seminar - STEM Academy, for the university entrants. Today, STEM Academy was announced to open, and the participants of the seminar were addressed with a speech by the Ministrer of Education and Science of Georgia –Ms. Tamar Sanikidze, the executive director of Millennium Challenge Account – Ms. Magda Magradze and the Dean of San Diego State University – Dr. Ken Walsh.
Dual vocational education reform is being implemented successfully
Throughout the recent years, a solid cooperation has formed between The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia and the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) in terms of vocational education development. GIZ is one of the supporters of the reform and encourages the strategical deveopment and its effective implementation.
Vocational education and the private sector strengthen their partnership
Within the borders of “Vocational Education for Economic Development" project, organized by the Millenium Challenge Account (MCA) Georgia, the winners of competition in terms of implementing the best practices in the vocational education industry were announced. Within the first phase, seven projects were funded, which amounted to a total of 70,000 US dollars.
School competitions are announced
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia announces creative competitions for students in public and private schools: 1. " A step towards support" is a competition based on slogans, concepts and school performances (i.e flash mobs), in which the students have to express their views on violence and bullying at school, in conjunction with presenting their vision to solving such problems.
Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia – Kalistrate – 150
Owing to the Korneli Kekelidze Georgian National Center of Manuscripts of Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, in partnership with Tbilisi Spiritual Seminary and Academy, a conference –“ Catholicos-Patriach Kalistrate – 150” was held regarding the 150th anniversary of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia – Kalistrate Tsintsadze.
An unprecedented Public School project
Refugees and asylum-seeking foreign students, who, unwillingly were forced to leave their homeland on account of war, are now studying at Public School № 81. These students are involved in the program - “Georgian language learning program for refugees, asylum-seekers and persons with humanitarian protection status”, initiated by the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia, under which, the students will have the opportunity to learn and gain sufficient knowledge (writing, reading, listening, speaking), allowing them to continue their future education in any given general educational institution in Georgia.
Pedagogical Education Reform
The Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia has launched a reform concerning a pedagogical education. The reform itself is divided into medium and long term stages. Under the medium-term stage, the personnel will undergo a training with the help of the most modern and updated methods and practices. Furthermore, a one-year university training and educational program (60 credits) is bound to be launched from Septermber, 2016.
Vocational college teachers share their German experience
The new stage in vocational education incorporates the involvement of private sector to its development. This stage is of significant importance, as it prioritizes the training of teachers and tutors. In this regard, the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia within the scope of "Private Sector Development in South Caucasus" Project, successfully cooperates with the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ).
Two professors of the Technical University were awarded
The Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze, handed a medal of honor to the respected teacher and scientist of Georgian Technical University, a doctor in scientific engineering – professor Liana Sutidze. Moreover, a medal of honor was also given to the Tsotne Mirtskhulava Water Management Institute, the head of natural disasters, construction and agro-amelioration faculty leader, Dr. Robert Diakonidze.
Tamar Sanikidze attended an international conference
An international conference "supportive environment for sustainable enterprises” was held at Tbilisi Technological Center. The conference was organized by the business association "Georgian Employers Association” in partnership with the International Labor Organization (ILO). Mr. Dimitri Kumsishvili – the Vice President and the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia opened the meeting. The conference was also attended by the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia – Ms. Tamar Sanikidze and Business-Ombudsman – Mr. Giorgi Gakharia.
Georgia will host the International Chemistry Olympiad
For the first time, International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) will be held in Georgia, which starts on July 23, up to August 1, 2016. Moreover, the Olympiad hosted in Georgia will be the biggest Olympiad ever to be hosted in its history. Despite having a larger-scale, it is holds a world-renowned reputation, which gives an extraordinary reputation to students from more than 100 countries across the globe.No news found.