Within the framework of the cooperation between the Ministry of Science and Education and Microsoft, work continues on forming a unified digital ecosystem in higher education institutions.
According to the information provided to “Elchi” by the Ministry, the joint efforts serve to expand access to modern digital tools for university faculty, students, and administrative staff, as well as to implement digital solutions in teaching and management processes.
It was noted that within the centralized approach, a total of 20 higher education institutions are planned to be provided with licensed Microsoft tools: “Currently, all technical and organizational work has been completed and Microsoft solutions have been launched at the Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Azerbaijan Technical University, Karabakh University, Ganja State University, Sumgayit State University, Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University, Azerbaijan University of Languages, Azerbaijan Technological University, Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University, and Mingachevir State University. The connection process is continuing in stages at other higher education institutions.
Artificial intelligence-based solutions provided on the Microsoft platform, especially the Copilot tool, create additional opportunities for teachers to prepare lesson plans, create teaching materials, and organize assessment and other academic activities more efficiently. The application of artificial intelligence tools contributes to the optimization of teachers’ workloads and the improvement of the quality of the teaching process.”
It was stated that this program implemented between the Ministry of Science and Education and Microsoft is of great importance in terms of accelerating digital transformation in the higher education system, integrating innovative technologies into the learning environment, and developing human capital with digital skills.