https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste <p>The Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education (ISSN 3041-7848) is a peer-reviewed, open-access international journal dedicated to advancing knowledge at the intersection of scientific inquiry, technological innovation, and educational practice. The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and case studies that explore the integration of scientific methods, emerging technologies, and pedagogical strategies to enhance learning, teaching, and societal development. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary contributions from scholars, educators, technologists, and practitioners, aiming to foster critical dialogue and promote the application of research-based solutions to contemporary challenges in education and STEM fields.</p> en-US integrumpublication@gmail.com (Matteo Peters) admin@integrumpublication.org (Noah Claes) Wed, 20 May 2026 20:41:02 +0500 OJS 3.2.1.5 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/223 Asbtract: This article examines the experiences of using problem-based learning situations in technology education, analyzing both foreign and national practices. Problem-based learning (PBL) has emerged as an effective pedagogical approach that develops students’ critical thinking, creativity, and practical skills through engagement with real-world challenges. The study analyzes the implementation of problem situations in technology education across different educational systems, including approaches from the United States, Finland, Singapore, Japan, and Uzbekistan. The research identifies key components of successful problem-based technology education: authentic real-world problems, student-centered learning, collaborative work, integration of theoretical and practical knowledge, and reflective practice. The article presents comparative analysis of teaching methodologies, assessment approaches, and learning outcomes. Special attention is given to the adaptation of international best practices to local educational contexts while preserving national educational traditions. The findings demonstrate that systematic use of problem situations in technology education significantly enhances student engagement, develops higher-order thinking skills, and prepares learners for modern workplace demands. The article provides practical recommendations for educators on designing and implementing problem-based learning activities in technology classrooms, addressing common challenges such as resource constraints, teacher preparation, and curriculum integration. The research contributes to understanding how problem-based approaches can transform technology education and prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century. Jasurbek Madaminovich Mirzakarimov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/223 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/224 This article examines the interaction between the internal and external motivation of athletes in specific sports and their impact on sports activities. Internal motivation is related to personal interest, self-realization, and the pursuit of perfection, while external motivation is conditioned by external stimuli such as rewards, recognition, and social pressure. The study analyzes the psychological mechanisms that determine the effectiveness of sports activities. The results show that the predominance of internal motivation contributes to sustainable athletic achievements, while excessive dependence on external factors can reduce the stability of results. Dilshod Rakhimboy-ugli Allayarov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/224 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/225 The transformation of urban public libraries from quiet repositories of printed knowledge into dynamic community hubs has accelerated dramatically over the past decade. Central to this evolution is the introduction of makerspaces - dedicated areas where patrons can engage in hands-on creative production using tools ranging from 3D printers and laser cutters to sewing machines and audio recording studios. While anecdotal evidence suggests that makerspaces attract new user demographics and increase visit frequency, rigorous assessment of their impact on long-term engagement remains limited. This article synthesizes findings from a mixed-methods study conducted across three urban library systems in the United States, examining circulation data, entry counts, program attendance, and qualitative interviews with both makerspace users and non-users. The results indicate that makerspaces significantly influence two dimensions of engagement: behavioral engagement, measured by repeat visits and cross-departmental usage, and affective engagement, reflected in users’ sense of belonging and creative agency. However, the article also identifies challenges including staff burnout, spatial inequities, and the risk of prioritizing technology over traditional literacy services. The conclusion offers evidence-based recommendations for urban libraries seeking to integrate makerspaces as genuine engagement tools rather than mere attractions. Diyora Xushvaqtova, Rashid Turgunbayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/225 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/226 This article analyzes the theoretical and methodological system of vocal exercises in the development of vocal stability in students from a scientific and pedagogical perspective. The concept of vocal stability is interpreted as the harmonious functioning of breath control, resonance balance, intonation accuracy and muscle coordination. Methodological approaches aimed at conscious control of the vocal apparatus in students, maintaining sound stability for a long time and increasing performance endurance are considered. An individual approach and the formation of psychological stability are considered as important factors in the theoretical and methodological system. The results of the study serve to develop stable performance skills and optimize voice quality in the process of vocal education. This approach serves as an important scientific basis for increasing the effectiveness of modern vocal pedagogy. Bobirshoh Gaybullayevich Nurillayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/226 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/227 This article analyzes the pedagogical and psychological features of developing digital immunity among students. Digital immunity includes protection against the negative impact of social networks, manipulative media, and information flows, as well as the development of critical thinking and psychological resilience. The article examines methods of formation based on pedagogical approaches (interactive methods, gamification, simulations) and psychological mechanisms (cognitive inoculation, emotional regulation). Samandar Bahodirovich Bahridinov, Dilafruz Dadamirzayevna Oribboyeva Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/227 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/228 This article analyzes the pedagogical foundations, methodological opportunities, and modern approaches to organizing independent learning in music education. Effective methods for developing students’ musical knowledge, skills, and competencies in the process of independent learning are highlighted. It also reveals the importance of using innovative pedagogical technologies, digital platforms, and interactive methods in music lessons. The article provides a scientific and pedagogical justification for the possibilities of developing students’ creative thinking, musical thinking, and professional training through the effective organization of independent learning. Dilfuza Numanovna Muminova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/228 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/229 The rapid evolution of information ecosystems, coupled with the half-life of professional knowledge, demands that librarianship education move beyond the mere transmission of current practices. This article argues that the foundational undergraduate years represent a critical but underutilized window for instilling lifelong learning competencies specific to library and information science. Drawing on a mixed-methods study involving a curricular intervention across three university libraries’ undergraduate programs, we demonstrate that explicit instruction in metacognitive reflection, adaptive information architecture, and community-based participatory principles significantly enhances graduates’ professional resilience. Results indicate that students exposed to a spiral-curriculum model of lifelong skills reported higher self-efficacy in adapting to new technologies and user needs five years post-graduation compared to a control cohort. The discussion synthesizes these findings into a replicable framework for embedding durable librarianship dispositions - such as curiosity, ethical stewardship, and translational expertise - into required undergraduate courses without displacing core content. We conclude that lifelong librarianship is not an additive feature but a structural reorientation of how we design, sequence, and assess undergraduate learning. D.To‘ychiyeva Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/229 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/230 The transformation of academic libraries from repositories of published knowledge to active participants in the research data lifecycle represents one of the most significant shifts in the profession since the adoption of online public access catalogs. Research data management has emerged as a critical service area, driven by funder mandates, publisher requirements, and the growing recognition that data are primary research outputs deserving of curation, preservation, and reuse. This article traces the evolution of research data management services in academic libraries, examining how librarians have moved from peripheral advisory roles to embedded partnerships with researchers. It analyzes the competencies required for effective data services, including metadata, preservation, ethics, and domain-specific literacy, while acknowledging the persistent challenges of staffing, infrastructure, and researcher engagement. The discussion further explores the tensions between generalist liaison models and specialized data curation expertise, the role of library publishing platforms in data dissemination, and the emerging frontier of data citation and scholarly credit. Ultimately, the article argues that research data management is not a temporary add-on to existing library work but a fundamental reconceptualization of what academic librarianship means in an open science ecosystem. Sadoqat Raimjonova, Rashid Turgunbayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/230 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/231 This article analyzes digital transformation processes in Uzbekistan’s agriculture, specifically issues of improving management based on artificial intelligence, Big Data, and IoT technologies. The importance of introducing modern information and communication technologies in the organization of agricultural production, the efficient use of resources, opportunities for increasing labor productivity and optimizing production processes are highlighted. Khayot Barotovich Ismailov, Marjona Nuriddin-kizi Gulomova, Murtazo Zamon-ugli Mustafoev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/231 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/232 This article analyzes the theoretical and pedagogical foundations of implementing innovative pedagogical technologies in music education, as well as the principles of their practical application. The importance of using digital technologies, interactive methods, multimedia tools, and elements of artificial intelligence in the educational process in developing students’ musical competence is highlighted. The article also reveals the essence of the principles of scientific, systematic, interactive, individualization, creativity, and competency-based approaches in the application of innovative pedagogical technologies. The pedagogical effectiveness of innovative technologies in the process of modernizing music education and their role in forming the professional competencies of future music teachers are substantiated. Muqaddaskhon Mahamadjon-kizi Toshtemirova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/232 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/233 The increasing attention to language naturally leads to the expansion of its object of study. In particular, the issue of analyzing the role of linguistic units in the linguistic picture of the world also indicates the broadening of the scope of linguistic analysis. This article examines the study of the linguocultural structure of linguistic associations in Uzbek linguistics, which are regarded as a set of psychological perceptions of the world held by language speakers. Sh.Mahmudov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/233 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/234 In this study, field tests were conducted to determine the biological efficacy of the fungicide TRUSTAN, sdg (“TRUSTCHEM CO., LTD”, China) against monilinia spp. on apple (Malus domestica Borkh.) trees. During the experiments, different doses of the drug were used, and the prevalence and intensity of the disease were compared with the control options. According to the results obtained, the drug TRUSTAN, sdg showed high biological efficacy against monilinia, significantly limited the development of the disease, and had a positive effect on the preservation of fruit quality and yield. The results of the study scientifically substantiate the feasibility of using this drug in the fight against monilinia in apple orchards. Gafurovich Akhadjon Jamolov, Diyorjon Muhammadali-oglu Abdurakhmonov, Gulbakhor Maksudovna Musayeva Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/234 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/235 Special collections libraries occupy a unique and often contradictory position within the broader ecosystem of cultural heritage institutions. They are tasked with preserving rare, unique, or historically significant materials while simultaneously making those materials accessible to researchers, students, and the public. At the heart of this tension lies metadata, the structured information that enables discovery, contextualization, and long-term preservation of special collections materials. Unlike general library collections, which benefit from standardized bibliographic records and large-scale copy cataloging, special collections present a constellation of metadata challenges that are at once technical, intellectual, and organizational. These challenges include the heterogeneity of materials, the prevalence of unprocessed or partially processed holdings, the need for granular description of provenance and physical condition, and the difficulty of balancing legacy finding aids with modern linked data standards. This article analyzes the most pressing metadata obstacles facing special collections libraries today, drawing on case studies from three academic and one public special collections repository. It then proposes workflow solutions organized around four core principles: interoperability without overstandardization, iterative description that prioritizes researcher access, sustainable staffing models that blend professional and paraprofessional expertise, and the strategic adoption of automation tools such as natural language processing and entity recognition. The argument throughout is that metadata workflows in special collections must abandon the dream of perfect, comprehensive description and instead embrace pragmatic, use-driven practices that accelerate access while preserving the nuanced specificity that makes special collections valuable. The conclusion offers a roadmap for library administrators and metadata practitioners seeking to reform their workflows without sacrificing descriptive rigor. Gullola Nuriddinova, Rashid Turgunbayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/235 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/236 This article provides a scientific analysis of the main reasons for the increase in allergic diseases in children in recent years. The influence of environmental factors, poor nutrition, hereditary predisposition, weakening of the immune system, and the modern lifestyle on the origin of allergic diseases is highlighted. It also discusses the negative impact of atmospheric pollution, chemicals, artificial food products, and stress factors on children’s bodies. The article also highlights the importance of prevention, early diagnosis of allergic diseases, and the formation of a healthy lifestyle. Miraziz Allanazar-ugli Ismailov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/236 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/237 The integration of ensemble play and solo repertoire within university-level gijjak training presents a persistent pedagogical challenge in Uzbek traditional music education. While the gijjak functions both as a solo melodic voice in maqom taksim sections and as a heterophonic instrument within the sozanda ensemble, higher education curricula often prioritize one mode over the other, producing graduates with imbalanced competencies. This study compared curricular models across three Uzbek institutions: the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan (solo-heavy model), the Fergana Regional College of Arts (ensemble-heavy model), and the Urgench Branch of the Uzbekistan State Institute of Arts and Culture (balanced model). Data were collected through curricular analysis, blind panel evaluations of twenty-four student performances on solo taksim and ensemble arrangement tasks, semi-structured interviews with nine gijjak professors, and concert program analysis over three academic years. Results revealed that Tashkent students excelled in solo execution (mean score 4.4 out of 5) but struggled with ensemble coordination (3.3 out of 5), while Fergana students demonstrated strong ensemble skills (4.6 out of 5) but weaker solo ornamentation and intonation (3.6 out of 5). Urgench students achieved moderate scores in both domains (solo 4.0, ensemble 4.1) but exhibited excellence in neither. Interview data indicated that structural separation of solo and ensemble instruction, delayed introduction of ensemble play, and a scarcity of graded ensemble repertoire contribute to these competency gaps. The study concludes that effective gijjak pedagogy requires a spiral curriculum integrating ensemble awareness from the first semester, phased ensemble introduction beginning with duets, and the development of repertoire that explicitly reinforces solo techniques within ensemble contexts. Nasimxon Madaminov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/237 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/238 This article analyzes the priority areas of reforming the social protection system in the new Uzbekistan, the poverty reduction strategy, and the digitalization processes in the field. At the same time, the activities of the “Inson” social service centers, new mechanisms for supporting persons with disabilities, and territorial social indicators on the example of the Pakhtachi district are studied. Also, the advantages of reducing the human factor and electronic systems in the targeted delivery of social assistance are scientifically substantiated. Anvar Shamuradovich Norbekov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/238 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/239 In an era where access to digital resources determines economic, educational, and social participation, the concept of digital equity has moved from a technical concern to a fundamental civil rights issue. Public libraries, historically positioned as democratic institutions offering free and open access to information, find themselves at the forefront of this challenge. This article examines the evolving role of public libraries as central hubs for digital equity and literacy training. Drawing on case studies and emerging service models, it argues that libraries are not merely passive providers of public internet terminals but active pedagogical sites capable of addressing the complex, intersecting barriers of access, skills, and motivation. The discussion addresses the limitations of traditional one-shot computer classes, proposes sustainable frameworks for embedded digital literacy instruction, and considers the ethical tensions libraries face when assuming responsibility for a problem rooted in systemic economic inequality. Ultimately, the article concludes that reimagining the library as a digital equity hub requires not only technological infrastructure but a fundamental shift in professional identity, partnership models, and advocacy strategies. Dilnavozxon Iqboljon-qizi Soliyeva, Rashid Turgunbayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/239 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/240 This article examines the interplay between regional variation and oral transmission in Uzbek traditional folk vocal music, focusing on three distinct geographical schools: Ferghana Valley, Khorezm, and the Bukhara-Samarkand region. Drawing on field observations and comparative analysis of melodic contours, poetic meter, and performance contexts, the study argues that Uzbek folk vocal repertoires are not monolithic but rather comprise locally distinctive dialects of a shared musical language. Oral transmission, far from being a source of degradation, operates as a creative mechanism for generating and stabilizing regional identity. The article concludes that the survival of these traditions in the post-Soviet era depends on recognizing regional variation as a core, rather than peripheral, feature of Uzbek musical heritage. Farzona Bahodirjon-qizi Sobirjonova, Rashid Turgunbayev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/240 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/241 This article analyzes modern trends in the development of the tourism industry in Uzbekistan through cultural and mass events, in particular, international festivals. Based on statistical indicators for the first quarter of 2025, the dynamics of economic growth in the sector, the role of festivals such as “Lazgi” and “Boysun Spring” in strengthening international branding and diplomatic ties are highlighted. The article also provides a comparative analysis of the processes of change in the global tourism market. Based on statistical data on the demographic characteristics of event tourism consumers in the Russian Federation and the geography of foreign trips of Uzbeks, the importance of event tourism in reducing seasonality and improving regional infrastructure is scientifically substantiated. Muhammad Rustamov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/241 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/242 The article analyzes the role and importance of fathers as the main educators in family upbringing in the international and Uzbek context. The role of the father in modern society as not only a financial provider, but also a key figure who actively participates in the comprehensive development of the child is considered. Based on the scientific work of foreign and domestic scientists, the positive impact of father participation on the cognitive, emotional, social and moral development of the child is substantiated. It also highlights the factors influencing fathers’ participation in upbringing, as well as current problems and opportunities in this regard. Akhadjon Khamidjon-ugli Turaboev Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/242 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/243 This article examines the main aspects of socio-economic life during the period of the Samanid Empire. In particular, it analyzes the development of agriculture, handicrafts, trade relations, and urban centers. It also explores the lifestyle of the population, social stratification, and the specific features of economic policy. The article reveals the relationship between economic stability and cultural development in this period. Baxodir Asatilla-o‘g‘li Xabibillayev, Hilola Usmonjon-qizi Abduvahobova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/243 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/244 This article provides detailed ideas about the technology and methodological conditions for preparing future primary teachers to implement “4K” educati Farkhod Furqat-ugli Khalilov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/244 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/245 The article describes the development of pedagogical trends, thorough mastering of science by future teachers, and the role of virtual pedagogy in didactics. Nazirbek Azimjanov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/245 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/246 This article examines methods for addressing two types of lexical difficulties encountered in studying William Shakespeare’s sonnets for foreign-language audiences: “translator’s false friends” and Early Modern English archaisms. The linguistic nature of these phenomena is analyzed, a working glossary of units that regularly cause difficulties for students is proposed, and pedagogical strategies for transforming linguistic complexity into a resource for analytical learning are described. Particular attention is paid to how lexical commentary relates to the interpretation of the sonnet’s form and imagery. Using Sonnet 27 as an example, it is demonstrated that working with antithesis and lexical ambiguity facilitates the transition from translation to interpretation. Shakespearean vocabulary becomes a true pedagogical resource when work with it is aimed not only at decoding meanings but also at developing evidential reading and critical thinking. Doniyorbek Kakhramonovich Kurbonov, Mokhinur Khasanboy-kizi Tashkhojaeva Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/246 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/247 This article analyzes the role and importance of oral tradition in transmitting the rich cultural heritage of the Karakalpak people from generation to generation. In particular, the process of transmitting national values, historical memory and social experience through epic poetry, folklore samples, legends and tales, proverbs and sayings, and ritual songs is highlighted. Also, the preservation of oral tradition in the conditions of modern globalization, its role in the upbringing of the younger generation and its importance in strengthening cultural identity are evaluated from a scientific point of view. The article serves as an important source for research on the study and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Karakalpaks. Aygul Seytmuratova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/247 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/248 The pedagogy of Ferghana vocal arts within Uzbek higher education institutions faces a fundamental evaluative challenge: how to assess student progress when the tradition’s core value - authenticity - resists standardized measurement. Unlike Western conservatory models that prioritize technical precision and notational fidelity, Ferghana singing including Tanovar and Katta ashula prizes individualized ornamentation, emotional affect (hal), and fidelity to oral models rather than scores. This study examined how four Uzbek higher music institutions assess both skill development and authenticity in Ferghana vocal performance. Through qualitative analysis of assessment rubrics, examination recordings, and interviews with twenty seven vocal faculty, I identified three assessment paradigms: the technical paradigm measuring pitch accuracy, breath control, and ornament execution; the mimetic paradigm measuring resemblance to a specified master recording; and the holistic paradigm measuring audience emotional response and perceived hal. Results reveal significant faculty disagreement on the weighting of these paradigms, with Ferghana native teachers privileging holistic assessment while conservatory trained faculty favor technical measures. Skill development in core competencies (microtonal bending, ornament sequencing, text driven phrasing) showed measurable progression across four years, but authenticity assessed by external traditional practitioners correlated only weakly with grade point averages. The study proposes a dual axis assessment model separating technical skill from authentic expression, accompanied by structured peer and community jury processes. Findings suggest that Uzbek higher education can preserve Ferghana authenticity while maintaining academic rigor, but only by deliberately decoupling technical assessment from authenticity judgments. T.Khaydarov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/248 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/249 This study examined the role of teacher training in improving the quality of English language teaching in Uzbekistan. It explored current challenges in teacher preparedness and evaluated the effectiveness of professional development programs. The findings suggested that continuous training significantly enhances teaching practices and student learning outcomes. Ruhshona Zohidjon-qizi Mahmudova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/249 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/250 The article analyzes the features of the interpretation of Russian comedies on the Uzbek stage and the artistic and psychological nature of dramatic dialogues. The main attention in the analysis is paid to the harmony of the individual mental state and social content in the speech of the characters, the manifestation of allegory and psychological means of expression is highlighted. These issues are revealed on the example of the adapted interpretation of Semyon Zlotnikov’s play “A Man Who Came to a Woman” on the Uzbek stage. Isfandiyor Xomidov Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/250 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/251 This article describes the content of improving the teaching methods of literary education in a specialized school. An analysis of the principles for improving the teaching methods of literary education in a specialized school is provided. Diyorakhon Ulugbek-kizi Mukhitdinova Copyright (c) 2026 Academic Journal of Science, Technology and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/251 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/257 This article analyzes the role of psycholinguistics in modern linguistics, its theoretical and methodological foundations, and current issues. Also, the trends of changes in psycholinguistic processes in the context of digital technologies, artificial intelligence and virtual communication are assessed on a scientific basis. The article also analyzes the significance of psycholinguistics in the education system, particularly its role in teaching foreign languages, developing speech competence, and improving communicative approaches. Markhabo Farkhod-kizi Akhmedova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/257 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/258 This article analyzes the pedagogical significance, theoretical foundations, and practical mechanisms for developing logical thinking competence in primary education students within the credit-module system. Effective methods for developing logical thinking skills based on the flexibility of the credit-module system and a competency-based approach have been identified. The article substantiates the role of logical thinking in enhancing the professional competence of future primary school teachers from a scientific and pedagogical perspective. Egambergan Madrakhimovich Khudoynazarov Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/258 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/259 This article examines, from a scholarly perspective, the social role of the educator-teacher, their significance within the educational system, and their sociocultural functions. The study is devoted to investigating the personal qualities and professional competencies of educator-teachers, as well as their contribution to the sociocultural development of society. Employing theoretical analysis, observation, and survey methods, this research provides a scientific basis for the contention that the educator-teacher serves not merely as a transmitter of knowledge, but as a decisive factor in the moral and spiritual development of individuals and in the cultivation of civic virtues. Dilfuza Solijanovna Kambarova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/259 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/252 This scientific article analyzes the actual problems of developing students’ creative thinking, their pedagogical-psychological bases, and the factors of forming creative abilities in the modern educational environment. Also, the possibilities of developing creative thinking of students through innovative pedagogical technologies, interactive methods and independent education in higher education institutions are highlighted. Dilobar Allanazarova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/252 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/253 This article analyzes the role of the family institution in the upbringing of a well-rounded individual in the Central Asian region, the transformation of moral values, and emerging new approaches in modern educational and moral development processes. Under the conditions of global information flow, changes in moral immunity, cultural identification, and mechanisms of family-based socialization are examined on a scientific basis. The research findings demonstrate that the region’s traditional educational values are increasingly being harmonized with contemporary pedagogical concepts. Arofatxon Abduvaxobovna Abdullayeva Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/253 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/254 This article examines the development of students’ analytical, evaluative, and creative skills as a key factor in improving the effectiveness of natural science education. It highlights the pedagogical significance of informational texts in fostering research competencies and discusses their methodological application. The study emphasizes how analyzing both local and global issues contributes to the development of higher-order thinking skills. Furthermore, it explores the theoretical role of informational texts in shaping students’ abilities to analyze, evaluate, and create, presents practical classroom experiences, and offers recommendations for their effective implementation. Shirmonoy Isroiljonovna Axunjanova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/254 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/255 The article analyzes the role of creative pedagogy and digital tools in the context of psychological changes of learners in the information society. The study examines the methodological foundations of the transition from traditional methods to project-based education and interactive modules. Mavjuda Zokirjonovna Badalova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/255 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/256 The contemporary landscape of educational management is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting socio-economic paradigms, and an increasingly complex global accountability framework. Within this volatile environment, the traditional model of the educational leader as a bureaucratic administrator is no longer viable. Instead, a new archetype is demanded: the leader as a strategic thinker, capable of navigating uncertainty, fostering systemic innovation, and aligning institutional purpose with long-term societal needs. This article explores the modern mechanisms for developing strategic competences among leaders in educational management, moving beyond conventional professional development to embrace dynamic, context-sensitive, and future-oriented methodologies. It argues that the core of strategic competence lies not merely in the acquisition of technical skills but in the cultivation of cognitive agility, ethical foresight, and the capacity for distributed sense-making. By examining mechanisms such as immersive action learning, data-driven reflexive practice, ecosystem leadership, and the integration of artificial intelligence into decision-making frameworks, this article provides a theoretical and practical blueprint for nurturing leaders who can sustainably transform educational institutions. Kizlarkhon Mashrabovna Azizova Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/256 Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/260 This аrticle exаmines the issue оf enhаncing students’ аctivity in the leаrning prоcess thrоugh the use оf interаctive teаching methоds. It аlsо аnаlyzes аpprоаches tо strengthening cооperаtiоn between teаchers аnd students, develоping independent thinking, аnd imprоving the effectiveness оf the educаtiоnаl prоcess. Gulshanoy Ikhtiyor-qizi O’rozboeva Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 https://integrumpublication.org/index.php/ajste/article/view/260 Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 +0500