February 22, 2025
Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Empowered Educators: Shaping the Future Together
This conference serves as a key event for English language teachers in Kazakhstan, particularly in Karaganda. It brings together professionals from various levels of education.
100+
teacher-participants from all over Kazakhstan
teacher-participants from all over Kazakhstan
February 22, 2025
Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Empowered Educators: Shaping the Future Together
This conference serves as a key event for English language teachers in Kazakhstan, particularly in Karaganda. It brings together professionals from various levels of education.
100+
teacher-participants from all over Kazakhstan
teacher-participants from all over Kazakhstan
Conference Dates
Conference time
Location
February 22, 2025
From 8:00 till 18:00
About the Conference
Our mission is to create a space for professional growth and experience sharing among teachers. To support educators by providing modern tools and resources for teaching.
This conference stands outfor placing participants at the forefront, allowing them to actively engage in workshops conducted by guest speakers who hold certifications such as CELTA/DELTA, IHCYLT certifications, and master’s or PhD degrees.
The conference proceeds will be allocated to support the Village social project, aimed at rural schools in the Karaganda region. This project is focused on enhancing the professional development of teachers in rural schools across the Karaganda region.
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Our Mission
The KazAELT Village Project aims to eliminate educational inequality in Kazakhstan by focusing on the professional development of rural teachers.
To ensure that children in rural areas receive the same quality of education as those in urban centers.
By providing teachers with advanced training opportunities and resources, we strive to improve the standard of English language teaching and offer rural students better opportunities for academic and professional growth.
By providing teachers with advanced training opportunities and resources, we strive to improve the standard of English language teaching and offer rural students better opportunities for academic and professional growth.
This conference will be particularly interesting to
English Language Teachers
Methodologists and Teacher Trainers
Educational Leaders and Policymakers
Teachers Interested in Wellbeing and Career Growth
School Administrators and Coordinators
From rural and urban schools, universities, and private educational centers who are looking to enhance their teaching methods, stay updated with modern trends, and network with like-minded professionals.
Those who develop and deliver professional development programs for educators.
Interested in improving the quality of English education and addressing challenges in rural and urban settings.
Professionals looking for emotional support, motivation, and ways to balance their workload while maintaining a high standard of teaching.
Such as deputy principals and academic leaders who aim to implement innovative approaches to English language teaching in their institutions.
This conference offers valuable content through workshops, expert-led sessions, and opportunities to exchange knowledge, making it ideal for anyone passionate about advancing English language education.
Founders of language schools and teacher-entrepreneurs seeking strategies for growth, curriculum improvement, and effective use of social media.
Entrepreneurial Educators
Especially those studying education, linguistics, or planning a career in teaching English.
University Students and Graduates
This conference will be particularly interesting to
English Language Teachers
Methodologists and Teacher Trainers
Educational Leaders and Policymakers
Teachers Interested in Wellbeing and Career Growth
School Administrators and Coordinators
From rural and urban schools, universities, and private educational centers who are looking to enhance their teaching methods, stay updated with modern trends, and network with like-minded professionals.
Those who develop and deliver professional development programs for educators.
Interested in improving the quality of English education and addressing challenges in rural and urban settings.
Professionals looking for emotional support, motivation, and ways to balance their workload while maintaining a high standard of teaching.
Such as deputy principals and academic leaders who aim to implement innovative approaches to English language teaching in their institutions.
Founders of language schools and teacher-entrepreneurs seeking strategies for growth, curriculum improvement, and effective use of social media.
Entrepreneurial Educators
Especially those studying education, linguistics, or planning a career in teaching English.
University Students and Graduates
This conference offers valuable content through workshops, expert-led sessions, and opportunities to exchange knowledge, making it ideal for anyone passionate about advancing English language education.
The Conference will cover the following topics
Teachers’ Wellbeing
Methodology
Entrepreneurship & Social Media
Future of Education (AI, Inclusion)
About Organizor
Our Achievements Over 2 Years
- Conducted over 50 webinars featuring recognized experts.
- Organized 2 major conferences with 100 participants in Astana and 450 participants in Almaty.
- Held more than 80 offline events across Kazakhstan.
- Established partnerships with over 10 organizations to improve working conditions for educators.
KazAELT (Kazakhstani Association of English Language Teachers) — a non-profit association dedicated to the professional development of English language teachers in Kazakhstan.
We are the first and only official regional representative of the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL) in Kazakhstan.
Conference speakers
Conference speakers
Feeling Small: An Honest Story of Speaking English
Bostan Hayat, Educational Leader and Advocate for Teacher Development
Bostan Hayat is an experienced educator, the President of KazAELT. With over 20 years in teaching and leadership, she has launched impactful initiatives in mentorship, inclusive education, and professional development. Bostan has presented at global conferences, co-authored a book on online teaching, and was the first Kazakhstani judge for the ELTons Awards. A passionate advocate for innovation and inclusivity, she collaborates with international organizations to empower educators and foster meaningful change in education.
Bostan Hayat is an experienced educator, the President of KazAELT. With over 20 years in teaching and leadership, she has launched impactful initiatives in mentorship, inclusive education, and professional development. Bostan has presented at global conferences, co-authored a book on online teaching, and was the first Kazakhstani judge for the ELTons Awards. A passionate advocate for innovation and inclusivity, she collaborates with international organizations to empower educators and foster meaningful change in education.
Building your identity as an English teacher on Social Media
Rethinking ADHD: Turning Learning Differences into Opportunities
Merekekyzy Dilnaz, 6 years of teaching experience, focusing on natural speaking skills and general English.
• Host/MC of the KAZAELT International Conference for English Teachers in Almaty,August 2024.
• Organizer of offline speaking clubs for high-level learners in Astana.
• Interpreter
• running a blog on Instagram about a teacher’s lifestyle
• Active member of KAZAELT, contributing to the professional development of teachers
• Host/MC of the KAZAELT International Conference for English Teachers in Almaty,August 2024.
• Organizer of offline speaking clubs for high-level learners in Astana.
• Interpreter
• running a blog on Instagram about a teacher’s lifestyle
• Active member of KAZAELT, contributing to the professional development of teachers
Aigerim Yesdauletkyzy, Vice Principal at Astana Garden International School, Teacher Trainer, CLIL Methodologist, holder of CELTA, IHCYLT, TKT modules 1-5, EMI and other certificates.
From questions to methods: Navigating the Action Research process
Umit Adekenova, Master of Science in Leadership in Education: School Education. English and GPPW Teacher and Head of the English Language, Economics, and CPPW Department at Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics, Astana
Culturally Repevant CLIL
Tamara Jumabayeva, Primary school EFL teacher with 10 years experience, worked in Uğur Schools, Turkey. Celta certified, Master of Education, TKT - all modules band 4, edublogger @teachingdays
YL SIG leader in KazAELT, currently studying for DipTesol in OxfordTEFL
YL SIG leader in KazAELT, currently studying for DipTesol in OxfordTEFL
Differentiation in Science class: planning, teaching and assessment
Gleb Davletgariyev, Computer Science teacher at NIS Karaganda, CLIL trainer with 20 years in pedagogy, 10 years teaching in English. Team leader in concept-based learning, cross-curricular integration, and action research. Trained in CLIL for science and math in London (2017)
Mastering the Art of Topic Sentences: Strategies for Success in IELTS Writing Task 2
Osian Worth
Gets you talking: Why English File works
Yuliya Miller, a highly experienced and dedicated English language teacher and trainer with approximately 20 years of teaching experience. She holds two Higher Education Diplomas with honours, reflecting her strong academic background and commitment to lifelong learning. Yuliya is certified in CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) and IHCYLT (International House Certificate in Teaching Young Learners and Teenagers), equipping her with the expertise to teach learners of all ages and levels
Clear Mind, Fulfilled Life: Tackling Mental Overload in Teaching and Beyond
Darya Nelidova, ELT Coordinator for Central Asia at ETS Global B.V., with a distinguished career spanning education, management, and international development
Task based teaching through generative AI
Yerzhumanova Aziza, English Teaching Assistant, The Vassar College graduate, Fulbright scholar, Senior lecturer at Foreign Languages Department of Saginov Technical University, Master in Humanities
Developing student reading and research skills using graphic organizers
Meruyert Nugumanova, Master of Humanities, EFL Teacher at Saginov Technical University
Don’t Work Harder Than Your Students
Teaching Grammar in Context
How to effectively assign tasks to team members in 9 steps
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Extracurricular English Activities: A Private School Experience
Anara Mussina, CELTA, IHCYLT - certified English Teacher, Head of Partnerships in KazAELT, Teaching teenagers and adults for more than 5 years, IELTS trainer
Kamila Sandybayeva, IELTS Tutor, Co-founder of Perfect Study English School in Karaganda, Master of Education, CELTA Pass A Certificate Holder
Marina Doktorova, CELTA certified English teacher and a teacher trainer, Nazarbayev University Alumna (Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership), co-founder and a Director of Studies of the “Scholarships” Education Company
Assel Akhmedina, Head of English Department at QS School Qaraganda, English Teacher, Cambridge CELTA, Master of Science in Educational Leadership
Future of Education
Future of Education
Methodology
Alina Ostrovskaya, Celta certified English Teacher, Ielts tutor, blogger - @alinaproeng, expert in planing and creating lessons using authentic materials
Teaching Receptive Skills: Designing a Reading Lesson Using the CELTA Framework
Methodology
Alina Ostrovskaya, Celta certified English Teacher, Ielts tutor, blogger - @alinaproeng, expert in planing and creating lessons using authentic materials
Teaching Receptive Skills: Designing a Reading Lesson Using the CELTA Framework
Methodology
Teacher's Wellbeing
Teacher's Wellbeing
Entrepreneurship & Social Media
Entrepreneurship & Social Media
Feeling Small: An Honest Story of Speaking English
Bostan Hayat, Educational Leader and Advocate for Teacher Development
Bostan Hayat is an experienced educator, the President of KazAELT. With over 20 years in teaching and leadership, she has launched impactful initiatives in mentorship, inclusive education, and professional development. Bostan has presented at global conferences, co-authored a book on online teaching, and was the first Kazakhstani judge for the ELTons Awards. A passionate advocate for innovation and inclusivity, she collaborates with international organizations to empower educators and foster meaningful change in education.
Bostan Hayat is an experienced educator, the President of KazAELT. With over 20 years in teaching and leadership, she has launched impactful initiatives in mentorship, inclusive education, and professional development. Bostan has presented at global conferences, co-authored a book on online teaching, and was the first Kazakhstani judge for the ELTons Awards. A passionate advocate for innovation and inclusivity, she collaborates with international organizations to empower educators and foster meaningful change in education.
Rethinking ADHD: Turning Learning Differences into Opportunities
Aigerim Yesdauletkyzy, Vice Principal at Astana Garden International School, Teacher Trainer, CLIL Methodologist, holder of CELTA, IHCYLT, TKT modules 1-5, EMI and other certificates.
Building your identity as an English teacher on Social Media
Merekekyzy Dilnaz, 6 years of teaching experience, focusing on natural speaking skills and general English.
• Host/MC of the KAZAELT International Conference for English Teachers in Almaty,August 2024.
• Organizer of offline speaking clubs for high-level learners in Astana.
• Interpreter
• running a blog on Instagram about a teacher’s lifestyle
• Active member of KAZAELT, contributing to the professional development of teachers
• Host/MC of the KAZAELT International Conference for English Teachers in Almaty,August 2024.
• Organizer of offline speaking clubs for high-level learners in Astana.
• Interpreter
• running a blog on Instagram about a teacher’s lifestyle
• Active member of KAZAELT, contributing to the professional development of teachers
From questions to methods: Navigating the Action Research process
Developing student reading and research skills using graphic organizers
Meruyert Nugumanova, Master of Humanities, EFL Teacher at Saginov Technical University
Task based teaching through generative AI
Mastering the Art of Topic Sentences: Strategies for Success in IELTS Writing Task 2
Osian Worth
Differentiation in Science class: planning, teaching and assessment
Gleb Davletgariyev, Computer Science teacher at NIS Karaganda, CLIL trainer with 20 years in pedagogy, 10 years teaching in English. Team leader in concept-based learning, cross-curricular integration, and action research. Trained in CLIL for science and math in London (2017)
Clear Mind, Fulfilled Life: Tackling Mental Overload in Teaching and Beyond
Darya Nelidova, ELT Coordinator for Central Asia at ETS Global B.V., with a distinguished career spanning education, management, and international development
Gets you talking: Why English File works
Yuliya Miller, a highly experienced and dedicated English language teacher and trainer with approximately 20 years of teaching experience. She holds two Higher Education Diplomas with honours, reflecting her strong academic background and commitment to lifelong learning. Yuliya is certified in CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) and IHCYLT (International House Certificate in Teaching Young Learners and Teenagers), equipping her with the expertise to teach learners of all ages and levels
Culturally Repevant CLIL
Tamara Jumabayeva, Primary school EFL teacher with 10 years experience, worked in Uğur Schools, Turkey. Celta certified, Master of Education, TKT - all modules band 4, edublogger @teachingdays
YL SIG leader in KazAELT, currently studying for DipTesol in OxfordTEFL
YL SIG leader in KazAELT, currently studying for DipTesol in OxfordTEFL
Yerzhumanova Aziza, English Teaching Assistant, The Vassar College graduate, Fulbright scholar, Senior lecturer at Foreign Languages Department of Saginov Technical University, Master in Humanities
Umit Adekenova, Master of Science in Leadership in Education: School Education. English and GPPW Teacher and Head of the English Language, Economics, and CPPW Department at Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics, Astana
Teaching Grammar in Context
Kamila Sandybayeva, IELTS Tutor, Co-founder of Perfect Study English School in Karaganda, Master of Education, CELTA Pass A Certificate Holder
Don’t Work Harder Than Your Students
How to effectively assign tasks to team members in 9 steps
Anara Mussina, CELTA, IHCYLT - certified English Teacher, Head of Partnerships in KazAELT, Teaching teenagers and adults for more than 5 years, IELTS trainer
Marina Doktorova, CELTA certified English teacher and a teacher trainer, Nazarbayev University Alumna (Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership), co-founder and a Director of Studies of the “Scholarships” Education Company
Methodology
Methodology
Teacher's Wellbeing
Teacher's Wellbeing
Entrepreneurship & Social Media
Entrepreneurship & Social Media
Teaching Receptive Skills: Designing a Reading Lesson Using the CELTA Framework
Alina Ostrovskaya, Celta certified English Teacher, Ielts tutor, blogger - @alinaproeng, expert in planing and creating lessons using authentic materials
Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Extracurricular English Activities: A Private School Experience
Assel Akhmedina, Head of English Department at QS School Qaraganda, English Teacher, Cambridge CELTA, Master of Science in Educational Leadership
Future of Education
Future of Education
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Pricing details
KazAELT Member: 10, 000 KZT
Non-member: 15, 000 KZT
Workshops and master classes
The group game "Speed Debating" is an exciting format of team interaction
An open microphone
The morning buffet
The gifts for the participants are pleasant surprises
A bonus event after the conference is a special 2-day online training with a trainer from the USA
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