Cooperation between universities in Turkmenistan and the United Kingdom is developing within the framework of the Accelerating English Language Learning in Central Asia (AELLCA) programme. The project is being implemented on the basis of a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Westminster and aims to update teaching methods and introduce inclusive approaches, according to IIC.

During the second phase of the programme, a delegation of British academics visited universities in Ashgabat and Turkmenabat. Master classes and methodological seminars were held for teachers.

The venues for the exchange of experience were the International University for the Humanities and Development, the Magtymguly Turkmen State University and the Seyitnazar Seydi Turkmen State Pedagogical Institute. Andrew Lynn, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of Westminster, and Dr Anastasiya Bezborodova presented approaches to academic writing and modern communication methods. Issues of inclusive education and the adaptation of curricula to regional conditions were discussed separately.

The visit concluded with an international conference on the role of English in the integration of science and education. It was noted that the teaching materials developed as part of the project are already being used in Turkmen universities.

The next stage of cooperation will be the preparation of joint methodological publications. The parties also plan to expand academic mobility and launch new research projects.