Modern Information and Educational Environment in the Context of the Theory of Generations

Abstract

The article analyzes the image of the modern informational and educational environment, taking into account the participation of different generations. The works of modern scientists and practitioners who investigate various aspects related to the impact of information and communication technologies on the current generation of pupils and students are analyzed. Studies analyzing the overall statistics on the use of information and communication technologies (hereafter ICT) up to the impact of these technologies on the human brain and the creation of new learning strategies are taken into account. The authors analyzed Generation Z in detail, providing the characteristics of the generation that is now being studied, by researchers from different countries. The comparative table shows the positive and negative qualities of representatives of Generation Z.Research analysis shows that the psychological readiness of both students and teachers to use information and communication technologies effectively should be taken into account when planning collaborative work in an information and education environment. Distance learning, which is increasingly used in higher education institutions, entails the need for careful analysis of how to create educational material and how to organize work with students. Accordingly, teachers are expected to take different approaches to teaching Generation Z students. Modern students expect an individual approach to learning. It is important to know where you can find relevant information and how to apply it in practice. At the same time, the article emphasizes that during the distance education of students, the role of the teacher in the didactic process is even more significant than in traditional education.Based on the analyzed sources, the article concludes that the urgent need of today is to create a new model of information and educational environment, which, taking into account changes in society and in the minds of students, will allow the qualitative use of the creative potential of information and communication technologies, without giving up other forms of knowledge acquisition and competence formation.