The Faculty of Education session of the 22nd Student Scientific Society Conference held at MDU

On November 3, 2026, the Faculty of Education session of the 22nd Student Scientific Society Conference, entitled “City, Culture and Education: From National Heritage to a Modern Development Model” and dedicated to the “Year of Urban Planning and Architecture,” was held at the Heydar Aliyev Museum of Mingachevir State University (MDU).

The main purpose of the conference was to increase students’ interest in scientific research, develop their research and analytical skills, promote the study of national and cultural heritage, and discuss contemporary development processes from a scientific perspective.

Opening the event, Aygun Gadirova, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Education, spoke about the importance of engaging students in scientific activities. She highlighted the role of scientific research in higher education and emphasized the importance of developing students’ research skills and supporting their scientific initiatives.

During the conference, research presentations by 10 students from various specializations and years of study within the faculty were heard. The presentations covered urban planning, history, literature, linguistics, psychology, preschool education, STEAM, artificial intelligence, and modern educational technologies.

The presentations addressed issues related to the study of national heritage in the modern era, the preservation of cultural values, the application of innovative technologies in teaching, and their impact on society. The diversity of topics provided an opportunity to examine the connections between the city, culture, and education through an interdisciplinary approach.

By providing a platform for students to present their research and exchange ideas, the conference promoted quality education, a culture of research, and innovative thinking. The event contributed to exploring the connections between the preservation of national and cultural heritage and modern approaches to development, while broadening future professionals’ perspectives on sustainable development and social responsibility.