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PREPARATION OF AUDIO AND VISUAL MATERIALS ON THE HISTORY AND
ETHNOGRAPHY OF THE FORISH DISTRICT AND A INDIVIDUAL
METHODOLOGY FOR TEACHING THEM
Boymatov Sherzod Safarali ugli
Master’s student of the Faculty of History,
Jizzakh State Pedagogical University
Annotation:
This article discusses the history, ethnography of the Forish district, the
methodological methods for preparing audio and visual materials for secondary schools and
teaching them. Through these methods, the place and significant aspects of the Forish district in
the history of our Motherland are revealed in detail.
Keywords:
Forish district, sahibkiran Amir Temur, Paris, Jizzakh archaeological detachment,
history of the Forish district, virtual excursion, archive, audio and visual materials, online
platform.
INTRODUCTION
It is impossible to create the future without studying the past. After all, the value and value,
essence and weight of today are fully perceived only through the scales of yesterday. Indeed, no
society will develop further until practical conclusions are drawn from history that serve the
present and the future.
The peoples living in each region of our Motherland have their own glorious history. In this
regard, Forish, one of the most important districts of our Republic, also has its own unique
history. In this sense, through this article, we have decided to study the history of Forish, one of
the largest districts of Jizzakh region.
The importance of audiovisual materials in studying the history of the Forish district is
incomparable. These materials help to revive past events by presenting history not only through
text documents, but also through images and sounds. Below we will analyze the role of
audiovisual materials in historical research: When existing written sources, archival materials, or
folk tales about the history of the Forish district are presented in visual form, their impact
increases [Mirkomilov B., Akbutayeva N. p.107-108]. For example, scientific truths can be
illuminated by analyzing photographs and videos of ancient monuments, archaeological
excavations, or old maps.
MAIN PART
Recording the unique folklore of the district in audio format or recording ancient songs on video
will serve to pass them on to future generations. These materials are of great importance in
studying history as part of the national heritage. Interviews with prominent figures of the district
or documentaries depicting events bring history to life. For example, audiovisual materials
enriched with the memories of local historians, archaeologists or representatives of the older
generation offer a new approach to the history of Forish. Videos or virtual tours on the history of
the Forish district are very useful for teaching in schools and universities.
At the same time, they serve to familiarize the general public with their past. Audiovisual
materials will serve as the basis for creating digital archives on online platforms for studying the
history of the Forish district. These materials are a convenient tool for researchers, students and
other groups interested in history[Mirkomilov.B., Raimov S., p.76-79].
So, as one of the main sources for studying the history of the Forish district, the following
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information is provided in the work “History of the Forish District”:
According to information circulating among our local people, the origin of the name “Forish”,
which became the name of the district, is said to be the name of the village “Parij”, which our
grandfather Amir Temur wanted to build in the vicinity of Samarkand, and it was taken from its
name. There is an assumption that later in the local dialect this term changed to Forij, Forish.
Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor R. Shamsutdinov, explained his opinion in this regard as
follows: “Amir Temur considers it his duty to turn Samarkand into one of the most beautiful
cities in the world - the “Saykali” of the earth[Azamat Ziyo., p.41.].
Amir Temur believed that in front of the magnificent and beautiful Samarkand, the capitals of
other countries of the world should look like small villages. Based on this logic, the ruler created
a number of settlements (villages) around Samarkand and gave them the names of the capitals of
major countries in the world: Baghdad, Damascus, Cairo, Shiraz, Sultania, Paris, and so on
[Koraev S., p.43]. Paris later became known in popular pronunciation as Farish.
The history of Forish also goes back a long way. Archaeological research has revealed that the
population has been living in this area since the Paleolithic era. In 1981, the Jizzakh
archaeological detachment led by T.Sh. Shirinov conducted research and exploration work in the
Forish district under the theme “Creating a complex of archaeological monuments of
Uzbekistan”. According to the results of the research, the monuments, city ruins, monuments of a
centralized village type, small-scale construction buildings, mounds and burial mounds preserved
in the district were examined[Orinboev B., p.52-54].
Since the historical monuments of this area and the history of irrigation structures and irrigation
networks related to their activities were almost not covered, in 1993 the Jizzakh archaeological
detachment conducted research in the Forish district. As a result of the research, along with the
monuments of the city, village, mound, and fortress type preserved in the oasis, the old
foundations of irrigation networks were recorded.
The initial research was conducted at the Old Kurgantepa monument located in the Mujrumsoy
basin in the oasis and its surroundings. It was the nomadic Turkic tribes that migrated and settled
in the territories of the Forish district, mastered new lands and began to engage in agriculture.
The agricultural oases of this period were identified by archaeological finds in the Forish
district[Hakimov K., p.62.]. For example, such monuments as Khonkelditepa (V-VI centuries),
Kamishtepa (IV-VI centuries), Oktepa I (V-VII centuries), Oktepa II (V-VII centuries), Oktepa
III (V-VII centuries), Korovultepa (V-VIII centuries), Oristepa (V-VI centuries) are among
them[Haydarov H., p.23-24].
RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Online platform project. Creating an online platform on the history of the Forish district is a
significant project, which will help not only popularize historical knowledge, but also interest the
younger generation in the heritage of their homeland. Below are recommendations on the main
stages and components of creating such a platform:
1. Developing a platform concept. Purpose: To collect, store and share historical information
about the Forish district. Audience: Intended for schoolchildren, students, researchers and local
residents. Features: Providing text materials, images, maps, video and audio materials.
2. Data collection and analysis Sources: State document archives, local historians, written and
eyewitness accounts of the history of Forish. Books, articles, historical studies. Organization:
Dividing data into thematic sections, for example: Ancient history of Forish. Culture and
traditions. Archaeological finds. Famous people.
3. Technological solutions Website platform selection: WordPress or Wix: Convenient for small
projects. Django or Laravel: For scalable and professional platforms. Features: Interactive map:
Showing historical sites of the Forish district. Search engine: For easy navigation. Multimedia:
Special sections for photos, videos and historical documents. Ability to add user comments and
stories.
4. Platform design and user experience. Local culture and colors (Incorporating elements specific
to Farish). Simple and intuitive interface. Responsive design for mobile devices.
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5. Uploading information. Verifying each piece of information and presenting it clearly to users.
Uploading stories and thematic articles about local historical events[[Mirkomilov B., Akbutayeva
N. p.108-111].
6. Promotion Social media: Advertising on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Telegram.
Local partnerships: Working with schools, neighborhood committees, and historical
organizations. Events: Holding conferences and seminars on the history of Farish.
7. Funding and resources Grants: Obtaining grants from programs related to the development of
culture and history. Sponsors: Working with local businesses and entrepreneurs. Crowdfunding:
Raising public funds to develop the platform.
8. Continuous development. Constantly adding new information and content. Taking into
account user suggestions. Updates and maintenance.
9. Creating an online platform will open up new opportunities for researching and preserving the
history of the Forish district. Such a platform will not only collect historical materials and
information, but also allow users to share their thoughts, comments, memories, and
experiences[website www.wikipedia.org.].
CONCLUSION
To summarize, as they say, “The homeland begins at the threshold,” the history of the Forish
district, although it is considered a small particle, has its place in the study of the rich history of
our country. As many historians and statesmen have noted, “Understanding oneself begins with
knowing history.” Historical realities that could not find their solution found their proof and
solution during the years of our state’s independence. In studying the history of the Forish district,
audiovisual materials – videos, films, photographs, audio recordings and other visual and
broadcasting media – allow us to express historical events and processes in a more vivid,
accurate and impressive way.
In studying the historical development of the Forish district, with the help of these materials, not
only textual sources, but also vivid memories and visual experiences become useful resources for
the researcher. Audiovisual materials also serve as an important tool for updating, imagining and
evaluating historical research. This type of source is especially important in understanding the
daily life, traditions and culture of the Farish people. Therefore, in studying the history of the
Farish district, audiovisual materials serve as an important tool not only to revive historical
events, but also to preserve the historical memory of the district's residents and pass it on to
future generations. We hope that this brief study of ours will be a tool in illuminating the history
of our Motherland and its widespread study by future generations.
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