Development of education in the context of state management of the quality of life of the population in the Republic of Kazakhstan

Abstract

Object: This paper aims is to identify current trends and challenges to providing quality and affordable education to the population through the analysis of the process of state management of the quality of life in education, and to propose recommendations on how to resolve the said challenges and improve the quality of education in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Methods: The following methods were used during the research: empirical, analytical, synthetic and comparativelogical ones. Results: The article explores the education system of the Republic of Kazakhstan as a key branch of the social sector and the most important aspect in the state management of the quality of life of the country's population. In particular, we have seen into the indicators that characterize the following: coverage of children with preschool education, dynamics of secondary, technical and professional, higher and postgraduate education, inclusive education development, all of which are aimed at comprehensive development, creativity and strategic thinking, the ability to adapt to different personal conditions and contribute to improving the quality of life of the population, and consequently, sustainable socioeconomic development of the country. Conclusions: As a result of the research, we have identified issues, the solution of which shall help to improve the quality of educational services and ensure their accessibility. We have formulated conclusions and proposals to improve the effectiveness of strategic management of the education system to achieve a decent level of quality of life for the population in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Recommendations formulated and proposed by the authors can be used by research centers involved in national research, by public associations and public administrations directly for the elaboration of state programs, strategic plans in education and in the process of improving the quality of education management system as a component of the quality of life of the Republic of Kazakhstan population as a whole.