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Evaluating the National Digital Platform for Inclusive Professional Development of Vulnerable Faculty in Uzbekistan

Year: 2026

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of a centralized digital professional development platform designed to support socially vulnerable faculty in Uzbekistan, including female faculty with young children, retired academics, and faculty with disabilities. Using a quantitative approach, platform data from 81 participants across 27 universities were analyzed, including participation patterns, course completion rates, and pre- and post-training assessments. Results showed high levels of engagement, particularly among female faculty with young children, and statistically significant gains in knowledge across all three groups. These findings demonstrate the potential of state-supported digital ecosystems to advance equity in faculty development and provide a scalable model for inclusive professional training.

Source: International Conference on Education and Training Technologies (ICETT)

DOI: 10.1109/icett70124.2026.11666175

Authors: Feruza Zakirova, Farogat Bultakova, Madina Zakirova

Institution: Tashkent University of Information Technology

Language: English

Topic: Education, Management, Technology, Human Resources

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Reduced inequalities, Decent work and economic growth, Gender equality

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7204599588

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