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In a rapidly changing world, preserving the connection with historical roots and cultural heritage is of particular importance. Developing students' cultural and historical literacy and fostering a respectful attitude toward the past are crucial tasks of higher education. This initiative directly contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting global citizenship and the appreciation of cultural diversity among young people.

An educational session titled "Development of Spiritual and Moral Values through Museum Pedagogy," held on March 26, 2026, was dedicated to this topical theme. The event took the form of a field trip to the Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan. First-year students of the "Energy Systems and Renewable Energy" program at 91��ý KazNU participated in the visit. As an educational space, the museum provides unique opportunities for implementing innovative pedagogical approaches.

The Central Museum of Kazakhstan is one of the oldest in the Central Asian region, housing nearly 300,000 items. Through its seven permanent halls, the museum covers paleontological history, as well as ancient, medieval, and modern eras. The choice of museum pedagogy as a format was methodologically justified: here, theory is organically combined with emotional perception, which helps form value orientations and strengthens national identity.

During the tour, learners explored the extensive exposition. Direct interaction with artifacts fostered observational skills and the ability to interpret historical facts. The session was interactive: debates and mini-discussions were organized as part of the event, where participants reflected on the role of heritage in the life of a modern person. This approach develops critical thinking skills, the ability to argue one’s position, and teamwork. Students learned to analyze historical sources, expanding their intellectual horizons.

The practical focus of the event contributed to the prevention of cultural discontinuity. Engaging with historical experience helps young people find healthy ways of self-identification and strengthens their emotional well-being through a sense of belonging to a great history. Education that goes beyond the classroom becomes a living process of discovery. It is through such forms of work at the university that a generation is raised that is capable of treating the past with care and building the future with responsibility.