Interactive teaching technologies in general education: a literature review

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Lyazzat Rakhimzhanova
Akzhunis Uzakbaeva

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The importance of using interactive learning technologies in the modern general education system is increasing. Interactive methods ensure the active participation of students in the learning process and contribute to improving the quality of education. This work reviews the scientific literature of recent years and analyzes the impact, advantages and limitations of interactive learning technologies on learning outcomes. During the study, 50 documents (articles, meta-analyses, reviews) in the Scopus and Google Scholar databases were systematically analyzed, and the main conclusions about the effectiveness of interactive learning were drawn. It was found that interactive technologies increase students' academic achievement on average, increase their motivation and level of participation in learning. However, the need for competent integration of technologies into traditional lessons, not just as an additional tool, but as an integral part of learning, was highlighted. It was proven that digital competence and pedagogical training of teachers are decisive factors in the successful implementation of interactive learning. Practical significance: the conclusions of the article provide recommendations for the effective use of digital interactive resources in general education and can serve as a basis for the development of future educational technologies and the improvement of the skills of teaching professionals.


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Rakhimzhanova, L., & Uzakbaeva, A. (2025). Interactive teaching technologies in general education: a literature review. Scientific Collection «InterConf+», (61(264), 49–69. https://doi.org/10.51582/interconf.19-20.09.2025.005
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Lyazzat Rakhimzhanova, Department of Computer Science Al Farabi Kazakh National University; Republic of Kazakhstan

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