Turkmen authorities have approved new regulations governing the use of personal mobile devices in educational institutions, introducing formal rules for smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other devices used by students and teachers.
The document, prepared by the Ministry of Education, outlines how digital devices may be used in the learning process. Under the new rules, such technology may serve as a source of information and be used to access electronic libraries, educational platforms, and distance-learning tools.
Schools have been assigned a number of responsibilities. Educational institutions must ensure access to essential digital services, specialized software, and data networks. They are also required to train staff in the use of modern technologies and provide students with methodological support in configuring devices for academic purposes.
A separate section of the regulations addresses digital discipline and safety. Students are required to use devices exclusively for educational purposes and only with a teacher’s permission. During lessons, devices must be switched to silent or airplane mode.
The document also prohibits taking photos or videos of participants in the educational process without their consent.
The document says the new measures are intended to strengthen preventive work with students and parents, with a focus on protecting children’s moral and physical well-being.
Oversight of compliance with the new regulations has been assigned to the relevant departments of Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Education.
