Роль неформальної освіти в системі підготовки майбутніх учителів іспанської мови

Abstract

The article is devoted to the analysis of the role of non-formal education in the training of Spanish language teachers in the higher education system of Ukraine and Spain. It has been focused on the importance of non-formal education for the quality of learning Spanish and its importance for the professional development of teachers in domestic higher education institutions. For this purpose, the essence of non-formal education, its advantages and tools that can be used for Spanish language teachers’ training have been considered. The research has stated that non-formal education in training of foreign language teachers, notably Spanish, is undoubtedly important, as it forms the individual educational trajectory of students, helps to adapt to constant changes in society, stimulates the cognitive level of world perception, forms language competence, etc. It has been emphasised that the teacher training system in higher education institutions should take into account the importance of non-formal education due to the growing need for Spanish language teachers and the expansion of intercultural communication. Higher education institutions should offer opportunities for students to participate in language clubs, cultural events, exchanges, and other forms of non-formal education to prepare students for the real challenges they will face in their professional lives.