Our Future is Now  

Here I am at home eating chocolate to deal with the anxiety of a nation in distress 

outside my home. 

In the neighborhood 

Where I live

Garbage 

I mean heaps of garbage 

I mean an abandoned shopping cart 

filled with detritus 

I mean a suitcase 

contents spilled out on the sidewalk 

Agin eating chocolate because I don’t know what I can do

I am disabled

In a wheelchair I don’t know what to do

Call someone?

Who?

Will they care?

The homeless we always be there outside my building 

I think I’m safe

The day Alex was killed across the country 

I cried in the dark waiting for my transport which was over an hour late because the driver got caught behind protesters.

I felt vulnerable. 

I felt unsafe 

I felt abandoned 

I just wanted to get home. 

Who knew a National Tragedy would affect me in California?

I am a disabled woman in a wheelchair 

I wanted to be home and safe

WAS I?

(Damn! Where’s my chocolates?)

Routine

Enchanted mornings 

on a fair twilight.

The fading moon

is blanketed by misty clouds,

so are the stars

that are coated for a few hours hiatus.

Dawn approaches with its promise 

of a brighter day.

The erosion of slumber sets in

with a hymn and our Lord’s prayer.

The day ahead, with a hopeful gaze

stretches beyond my optimistic expectations, with a drab end at the setting of the grinning sun.

‘The day is over’ it says

Tomorrow is another day.

Another day of routine hopes

with its attendant drabness.

A routine of expectations of an entire lifetime in the dull-coloured decades of seventy, eighty, ninety, hundred, as our strength endures until the sun finally sets.

(Young Central Asian woman with long dark hair and a black coat over a white collared top)

Missing the spring

The dark days of winter come one by one,
Today I long for light, as small as a coin.
From its pitch-black face, the rain spares no tears,
Will the moonlit night ever understand me?

Not the dim drops poured down by dark clouds,
My heart today longs for the blossoms of spring.
I wish not for sorrow clouding my soul today,
Where have those happy eyes disappeared?

My spring, do not make your poet wait in such longing,
My heart yearns to speak verses only for you.
My awakening spring, even sleepless nights must end,
Burnt hearts, too, are destined to bloom again.

If you come, I have a single request for you:
Come, and live forever within my soul.
For I have waited for you with endless yearning—
Say again and again, “I missed you too, my spring.”

Student of Uzbek Language and Literature
Kattakurgan State Pedagogical Institute

MY CHILDHOOD

Of my world, in my childhood,  

I was the king.  

I could enjoy freely everything.  

I was the king without a crown.  

I would wander around the village or the town.  

I knew no right and wrong;

 For my pleasure I would sing any familiar song.  

I would laugh at everyone’s grief,  

As long as I wished.  I would sleep  

Wherever I wished, I would play  

In the kitchen or on the way.  

I didn’t know It was bad.  

If I was stopped, I felt sad.  

Now I am grown up and I know 

What to do and where to go.

Shafkat Aziz Hajam is a children’s poet. He writes for little children and adult children. He is the author of two children poetry books titled as The Cuckoo’s Voice and Tawheed Islamic Rhymes. He has also authored one adult poetry book titled as The Unknown Wounded Heart. His poems have appeared in international magazines and anthologies like Wheel song anthology UK based, Prodigy, digital literary magazines based in the USA, Inner Child Press International USA and translated works in a Lebanese anthology.

WALKING AWAY FROM MY DREAMS!

I keep on hearing what I never said

Without reasons I am weaving dreams

Know not whose evil eyes have caught me

No place for me in this city any more

Walking away from my dreams I suffer

The pain now is more than it used to be before

I once again make a promise to myself

May the silent gaze remain speechless

My lips do always tremble while talking

Inexpressible are the secrets of the heart 

I am on a journey without any companion

I kept on going far and near

Once again she comes into my sight

The smoke from past still pricks my eyes

Why the same world is forming again 

Far from my reach, beyond my knowing.

 WORDS IN MY HEART!

I am waiting for your benign glance

Though I am sitting through dreams

While the night remains restless

The words in my heart escape from lips

How many nights I‘ll awake like this

My heart‘ll be content with this thought

That my well-being ‘ll become yours 

As the restful night ‘ll remain restless 

I am still waiting for your benign glance.

 THE SIMPLE CONFESSION!

I have been waiting for you for long

The night is picking up the dreams

How long I should hold on to both lips

The words my heart wishes to speak

How many sleepless nights I shall pass

Before I do place the simple confession

I like you and I do love you the most

My heart will be pleased with the thought

Finally, I wonder if you feel the way I feel

So restless is the night of tranquility 

I have been waiting for you for long.

 AS A MUTE WITNESS!

My heart lets me move elsewhere 

Woes of world have filled my soul 

Looks for me now here and there 

Where no one is battered by woes

Sans twinkling stars of false hopes

What use of autumns for me now

Which freeze the buds of my soul

Which renew all of my old wounds

Some do shed their genuine tears

Some flee turning face in despair

Someone’s world is badly looted

The earth as a mute witness stands 

The ruthless sky too maintains silence.

Sahitya Ratnakar Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai.

(DOB 07/06/1973) is a passionate Indian Author-cum- bilingual poet while a tremendous Asst Professor of English by profession in the Ganjam district of Odisha.He is an accomplished source of inspiration for young generation of India .His free verse on Romantic and melancholic poems appreciated by everyone. He belongs to a small typical village Nandiagada of Ganjam District,the state of Odisha.After schooling he studied intermediate and Graduated In Kabisurjya Baladev vigyan Mahavidyalaya then M A in English from Berhampur University PhD in language and literature and D.litt from Colombian poetic house from South America.

He promotes his specific writings around the world literature and trades with multiple stems that are related to current issues based on his observation and experiences that needs urgent attention. He is an award-winning writer who has achieved various laurels from the circle of writing worldwide. His free verse poems not only inspire young readers but also the ready of current time. His poetic symbol is right now inspiring others, some of which are appreciated by laurels of India and across the world. Many of his poems been translated in different Indian languages and got global appreciation. Lots of well wishes for his upcoming writings and success in future.

He is an award-winning poet author of many best seller books. Recently he is awarded Rabindra nath Tagore and Gujarat Sahitya Academy for the year 2022 from Motivational Strips . Jaidev Puraskar from Kavita Minar Badamba Cuttack A gold medal from world union of poets France & winner Of Rahim Karims world literary prize 2023.The government of Odisha Higher Education Department appointed him as a president to Governing body of Padmashree Dr Ghanashyam Mishra Sanskrit Degree College, Kabisurjyanagar. Winner of ” HYPERPOEM ” GUNIESS WORLD RECORD 2023.Recently he was awarded from SABDA literary Festival at Assam. Highest literary honour from Peru contributing world literature 2024.Prestigious Cesar Vellejo award 2024 & Highest literary honour from Peru. Director at Samrat Educational charitable Trust Berhampur, Ganjam Odisha.

Vicedomini of world union of poets Italy. UHE awarded him prestigious Golden Eagle award for the contribution of world literature 2025.

Completed 257 Epistolary poetry with Kristy Raines USA.

Bharat Seva Ratna National award 2025, International Glory award from Manam Foundation Hyderabad Telengana. On the eve of 79 Independence Day got Rashtra Ratna award & Maa Bharati seva Sammana. 2025.Received Doctorate in Humanity and literature from Theophany university Haiti with UNESCO, AEADO and leaders of autonomy international. The prince of Crimea and the Golden Horde from the house of Genghis Khan given prestigious “Honorary Bey”

Received Sahitya Ratnakar from New Delhi 2025, Honorary Doctorate from RMF University collaborated with east and west university Florida United States Of America on the eve of International Peace Day. Prestigious THE CONDOR OF ANDES from UHE Mexico 2025. PRESTIGIOUS DOCTORATE from VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF CULTURE AND WORLD PEACE 2025. Nominated for Padmashree 2025. Three-time Gold from the world Union of Poets France. Doctorate from Theophany university Haiti contribution for the world literature 2025.Conferred title SAHITYA RATNAKAR from New Delhi.Dr Mayadhar Mansigh Saraswat Samman 2025.Doctorate in Gandhian Philosophy,Peace and Humanity 2025.

Doctorate from VICTORIA University for peace 2026.UHE of Peru appointed as a world ambassador for the peace and justice 2026.Valiant of Nation award 2026 on the eve of Subash Chandra Bose 129 birth anniversary.

INTERNATIONAL BOOKS

1.Psalm of the Soul, 2. Rise of New Dawn, 3. Secret Of Torment, 4.Everything I Never Told You.,5.Vision Of Life National Library Kolkata, 6.100 Shadows of Dream, 7.Timeless Anguish, 8. Voice of Silence, 9.I Cross my Heart from East to West, and epistolary poetry with Kristy Raines, published in USA.

DIGITAL LITERACY AND PISA: DEVELOPING STUDENT COMPETENCIES BASED ON MODERN EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

JDPU

Faculty of Preschool and Primary Education

Primary Education major

1st-year student

Ibadullayeva Sevinch 

Ulug`bek qizi

ABSTRACT:

This scientific article provides a theoretical analysis of the essence of digital literacy in the modern education system and its close relationship with the international assessment program PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment). The importance of digital literacy in developing students’ functional literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective information management in the context of rapid digital transformation is substantiated. In addition, the article examines the integration of digital literacy components into PISA assessments, the experience of high-performing countries, and the prospects for developing digital literacy within the education system of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Keywords: digital literacy, PISA, functional literacy, modern education, quality of education, competency-based approach.

Introduction

The processes of globalization and digitalization are having a strong impact on all areas of 21st century society, including the education system. Today, the main task of education is not only to provide knowledge, but also to develop students’ skills in making independent decisions in life situations, analyzing information, and using it effectively. From this point of view, digital literacy has become one of the most important requirements of modern education.

While the concept of digital literacy was initially limited to the skills of using computers and information technology, today it means much wider. It includes competencies such as searching for, selecting, evaluating, and processing information, and acting safely and responsibly in a digital environment. These competencies are consistent with the core ideas of the PISA international assessment program.

The PISA program aims to assess the ability of 15-year-old students to apply their reading literacy, mathematical literacy, and natural science knowledge in real-life situations. In recent years, the proportion of tasks based on digital technologies in PISA tasks has been increasing. This shows that the development of digital literacy is an important factor in the quality of education and achieving a worthy place in international rankings.

The purpose of this article is to analyze the relationship between digital literacy and PISA requirements from a scientific and theoretical perspective, and to highlight the current issues of developing this direction in the modern education system.

The concept of digital literacy and its content

The concept of digital literacy is interpreted differently by different researchers. In general, digital literacy is the ability of an individual to find, analyze, create, and effectively use information using digital technologies. It encompasses not only technical skills, but also critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.

In modern scientific literature, digital literacy is considered to consist of the following components:

information literacy;

media literacy;

skills in using information and communication technologies;

compliance with digital safety and ethical standards.

These components are instrumental in developing students ‘ functional literacy.

The essence of the PISA international assessment program

PISA is an international study conducted by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and is conducted every three years. The program is focused on assessing students ‘ ability to practice knowledge rather than their level of knowledge.

PISA assignments are based on real-life situations and require students to understand, analyze, find solutions and draw conclusions about the problem. In recent years, the use of digital formats in these tasks has been expanding.

The intrinsic link between PISA and digital literacy

Although digital literacy is not directly assessed as a separate subject in PISA studies, it plays an important role in all areas. For example, reading literacy assignments are common for electronic texts, graphs, and table-based tasks.

Mathematical and natural science assignments also require understanding and analysis of information given in a digital environment. This means that students’ digital literacy levels directly affect PISA results.

Experience of developed countries

Countries that have shown high results in PISA studies, including Finland, Singapore, South Korea, and Canada, pay special attention to the development of digital literacy in their education systems. In these countries:

 digital technologies of teachers integrated into the educational process 

digital competencies are regularly increased;

students develop independent learning and critical thinking skills.

Issues of developing digital literacy in the education system of Uzbekistan

In recent years, significant reforms have been implemented in the digitalization of the education system of Uzbekistan. The use of electronic textbooks, distance learning platforms, and digital resources is expanding. However, in order to develop digital literacy from the perspective of PISA requirements, it is necessary to pay attention to the following issues:

adapting curricula to PISA competencies;

increasing teachers’ digital pedagogical competencies;

Conclusion

In conclusion, digital literacy is an integral part of the modern education system and is important in shaping the requirements of the PISA international assessment program. Students’ ability to effectively function in a digital environment increases their functional literacy and competitiveness.

Further deepening the reforms being implemented in the Uzbek education system to develop digital literacy and effectively using PISA experiences will serve to improve the quality of education.

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