Centre for Teaching, Learning & Technology

Grounded in UCA’s unique context of a residential university with campuses in remote mountain regions, the Centre for Teaching, Learning & Technology (CTLT) provides support to all those who teach at UCA and promotes teaching practices that are relevant to the UCA learning environment and circumstances.

CTLT supports UCA teaching that leads to transformational and meaningful learning, and, ultimately, to students' success.

About CTLT

UCA’s Centre for Teaching, Learning & Technology (CTLT) was established in 2021 to provide support to all those who teach at UCA and promote teaching practices that are relevant to UCA learning environment and circumstances.

CTLT supports:

▶ evidence-based
▶ innovative
▶ sustainable
▶ strategic

programme enhancement initiatives, and supports emerging, grassroots investigations of novel approaches to teaching, learning and assessment.

Vision

To be an innovative centre that plays a strategic role in all areas of teaching, learning and technology in order to realize UCA’s vision and mission and to offer, across a variety of learning formats which enable knowledgeable, skilled, and creative graduates.

We prepare workshops, courses, online modules, links to resources and one-on-one consultation about all aspects of teaching including course and assessment design, lesson planning, active learning strategies, student engagement and the integration of technology tools into teaching. The work of the Center is evidence based and grounded in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) research.

Meet CTLT Team

Mariia Guzikova | Director

Chynara Turatbek Kyzy | Senior Educational Developer

Anara Momunalieva | Project Manager

Aichurok Mekisheva | Quality Assurance Assistant Manager

Professional Development Activities in 2024-2025 Academic Year

1022

Number of Participants

556

Hours

54

Workshops

Schedule of Activities for Spring-Fall 2026

March 2026

A hands-on 3-day intensive workshop designed to sharpen your teaching techniques and deepen your understanding of how people learn. Through collaborative activities and peer feedback, you'll explore evidence-based strategies to boost learner engagement and improve outcomes in the classroom. Walk away with practical tools you can apply immediately in your teaching practice.

Format: In-person, 3 days/8 hours workshop

April 2026

Ensure your courses meet institutional standards through structured review, evaluation, and continuous improvement practices. This in-person workshop guides you through frameworks for assessing course quality across design, content, and delivery. Leave with a clear process for identifying gaps and making meaningful improvements to your educational materials.

Format: In-person

May 2026

Learn to build engaging, learner-centered online courses in an interactive virtual setting. This synchronous workshop covers instructional design principles, content structuring, and strategies for keeping online learners motivated and on track. You'll gain practical skills to translate your expertise into a well-organised, effective digital learning experience.

Format: Online

May 2026

A hands-on 3-day intensive workshop designed to sharpen your teaching techniques and deepen your understanding of how people learn. Through collaborative activities and peer feedback, you'll explore evidence-based strategies to boost learner engagement and improve outcomes in the classroom. Walk away with practical tools you can apply immediately in your teaching practice.

Format: In-person, 3 days/8 hours workshop

June 2026

Self-paced pre-recorded video tutorials covering the core tools and features of the Moodle LMS. Work through each module at your own pace and build confidence navigating the platform, setting up courses, managing participants, and delivering content. Ideal for instructors who are new to Moodle or looking to solidify their foundational skills.

Format: Online (pre-recorded)

June 2026

Self-paced pre-recorded video tutorials focused on adding interactive elements to your Moodle course for richer, more engaging student experiences. Learn how to incorporate quizzes, activities, and dynamic content using Moodle's interactivity H5P plugin. Perfect for instructors ready to go beyond the basics and create more immersive online learning environments.

Format: Online (pre-recorded)

November 2026

Explore practical and critical ways to integrate artificial intelligence into your teaching, assessment, and course design. This in-person workshop unpacks the latest AI tools relevant to education, addresses ethical considerations, and helps you develop a thoughtful approach to AI in your classroom context. Leave better equipped to navigate and leverage AI as both an educator and a guide for your students.

Format: In-person

AI related workshops

The Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology (CTLT) at the University of Central Asia (UCA) has been actively providing and participating in workshops and discussions focused on the transformative impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI). These initiatives aim to equip UCA’s faculty and staff with the knowledge and skills to effectively integrate Gen AI into teaching, learning, and research. By staying abreast of the latest developments in AI, CTLT ensures that UCA remains at the forefront of AI-driven innovation, enhancing educational practices and advancing its mission across Central Asia.

LMS use

The Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Technology (CTLT) at the University of Central Asia (UCA) continuously provides workshops on Moodle for the School of Arts and Sciences (SAS), School of Professional and Continuing Education (SPCE), and Graduate School of Development (GSD) across Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. These workshops, tailored for beginners, intermediate, and advanced users, are part of UCA’s ongoing commitment to its digitalization strategy and the enhancement of human capital within the university. By equipping faculty and staff with essential digital skills and tools, CTLT is strengthening the university’s capacity for technological innovation in education, furthering UCA’s mission to advance learning and development across Central Asia.