MANAGEMENT MECHANISMS OF THE EDUCATION SYSTEM IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF KAZAKHSTAN AND CHINA

Abstract

In the context of global changes and increasing environmental and social challenges, the concept of sustainable development has become crucial for all aspects of public life, including education. Education, as a fundamental part of shaping a conscious and responsible citizen, is essential for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as outlined in the UN's 2030 Agenda.

To ensure the effectiveness and adaptability of the education system, it is necessary to establish appropriate management mechanisms. These mechanisms will help to ensure that the education system can continue to provide the skills and knowledge needed to prepare the next generation to think and act in the interests of a sustainable future.

The relevance of this study stems from the need to reconsider approaches to education management in light of sustainable development, particularly in countries with diverse historical, cultural, socioeconomic, and political backgrounds. Kazakhstan and China are both actively developing their education systems based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while adopting different management approaches and institutional models and varying degrees of integration of sustainability principles in educational policy. A comparative analysis between these two countries can help identify effective mechanisms and understand the specific challenges of implementing educational policies in a sustainable manner.

This study aims to conduct a comparative analysis of education system management in Kazakhstan and China within the context of sustainable development to identify similarities, differences, and unique features. The research objectives are as follows:

To reveal the theoretical and methodological foundations of the education system management in the context of sustainable development;

To analyze the key regulatory and institutional mechanisms of education management in Kazakhstan and China, as well as assess the degree to which the Sustainable Development Goals have been integrated into their educational policies and practices;

To compare the effectiveness of the management approaches implemented in these countries and identify factors that contribute to or hinder the sustainable development of their education systems.