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1) Course Overview

The course "Youth Policy" explores the evolving role of youth in Kazakhstan's socio-political landscape and the state's efforts to support and empower young citizens. The course highlights the historical and modern development of public youth policy in Kazakhstan, focusing on its goals, implementation mechanisms, and impact on national progress.

Young Kazakhstani citizens have grown alongside the nation, contributing to its development and celebrating its achievements. As the country undergoes political, economic, and spiritual modernization, the role of youth becomes even more central in achieving the ambitious national goal of joining the top 30 developed countries of the world in the 21st century.

This course introduces learners to key documents, initiatives, and strategies in youth policy, with special emphasis on the speech by President N.A. Nazarbayev at the IV Congress of the “Zhas Otan” youth wing. Students will analyze the social, cultural, and economic aspects of youth participation and policy-making and understand how public youth policy is adapted to contemporary challenges.

Learning materials include lectures, video lectures, assignments, and tests based on the thematic content.

2) Learning Outcomes Map

Learning Outcome	Description	Delivery Methods
Understand the foundations of public youth policy	Learn the principles, goals, and historical development of youth policy in Kazakhstan	Lectures, video lectures, tests
Analyze youth policy in the context of national development	Assess the role of youth in state-building, modernization, and competitiveness	Lectures, thematic assignments
Evaluate public initiatives and programs for youth	Explore existing policies and programs aimed at supporting youth development	Video lectures, assignments
Identify the challenges and prospects of youth participation	Critically examine issues such as education, employment, and civic engagement	Lectures, assignments, tests
Develop informed views on effective youth policy-making	Formulate proposals for youth empowerment in modern Kazakhstan	Assignments, final test

 

3) Knowledge Assessment System with Indicators and Evaluation Criteria

Forms of assessment:

1. Thematic Tests: Assess comprehension of key terms, facts, and policy developments (40% of the final grade).
2. Assignments on lecture topics: Evaluate the ability to apply course content in real-life analysis and policy review (30%).
3. Final Test: A comprehensive test on all course topics to assess synthesis and understanding (30%).

Evaluation Criteria:

• Knowledge of youth policy principles and history: Tested through quizzes and short-answer questions.
• Analytical thinking: Demonstrated in assignments by evaluating case studies and drawing policy-related conclusions.
• Understanding of national priorities and youth’s role: Reflected in responses to lecture and video content.
• Clarity and coherence in written assignments: Logical structure, argumentation, and relevance to course themes.

Certification:
Upon successful completion of all tests and assignments, students will receive an official certificate of course completion, confirming their understanding of youth policy and its relevance to Kazakhstan's development agenda.