On the 11th of November, an inter-university methodological online conference titled «Language − a bridge to peace» («Dil – parahatçylyk köprüsi») was held at the State energy institute of Turkmenistan.
The event brought together university lecturers and methodologists from across the country, creating a productive platform for exchanging experience and discussing innovative approaches to language education.
Agenda of the forum covered key issues in foreign language instruction: the development of communicative competencies, English for specific purposes (ESP), the mastery of technical terminology, intercultural dialogue, and the integration of artificial intelligence and digital platforms into the educational process.
During the conference, educators and methodologists from the leading universities of the country shared their professional insights, examined current and future objectives, delivered presentations, and showcased relevant methodological developments.
M.M. Hallyyeva, a lecturer at the State energy institute of Turkmenistan, spoke about the integration of artificial intelligence into the teaching of technical English.
A presentation by N.M. Garryyeva (Turkmen state institute of architecture and construction) focused on the extra linguistic features of scientific and technical literature and issues related to specialised translation.
In her presentation titled «The Role of Language in the International Arena», B.G. Bekmyradova (State medical university of Turkmenistan named after Myrat Garryyev) explored the significance of languages as a means for international integration, partnership, and intergovernmental dialogue.
In her presentation, O.A. Annamyradova (International University for the humanities and development) examined the integration of problem-based learning and digital tools in the teaching of ESP.
A comparative analysis of the semantic features of phraseological units with colour components in the English and Turkmen languages was presented by B. Arslanova (Institute of Engineering, technical and transport communications of Turkmenistan).
The topic «The Russian language − bridge between different cultures and peoples» was addressed by O. B. Annataganova (International oil and gas university named after Yagshygeldi Kakayev).
O.H. Movlamova (Engineering and technology university of Turkmenistan named after Oguz han) shared her methodological approaches to teaching technical terminology to future engineers.
G.M. Veliyeva, an educator at the State energy institute of Turkmenistan, discussed enhancing the effectiveness of language training for IT specialists through the use of AI.
Overall, the forum featured substantive, topic-focused presentations by faculty members and methodologists from 12 universities across the country. Presentations of the participants highlighted both the scale and the effectiveness of the work being carried out in the country to continuously improve foreign language instruction by actively drawing on the best national and international practices and to enrich the educational process through the introduction of cutting-edge methodologies and innovative technologies. Furthermore, a key focus of this work is to stimulate and develop interest of young people in learning foreign languages, and to foster an understanding of the role these languages play in building strong, friendly international relations.
Following the forum, participants concluded that modern language education requires a harmonious blend of a solid academic foundation, a practical focus, and advanced technologies. AI and multimedia tools serve as a valuable addition to pedagogical practice, facilitating the individualisation of the learning process.
The conference reaffirmed the importance of inter-university cooperation in improving teaching methodologies, enhancing the quality of training for highly qualified professionals, and fostering proactive young people who are prepared to make a meaningful contribution to strengthening international peace and trust.
