Pedagogical Studio as a way to develop the technological competence of prospective foreign language teachers

Abstract

Modern research in the field of professional pedagogical education, as well as training of prospective teachers of a foreign language reveals a necessity to implement theoretical knowledge, skills and abilities in the process of professional training of prospective teachers of a foreign language. The research results also show urgent need for deeper and more versatile development of acquired skills, including technological skills in various systems. The authors of the paper have chosen a pedagogical studio as one of the ways to develop technological skills of prospective foreign language teachers, mastering the higher education program in accordance with the Federal State Educational Standard 3++ and majoring in 44.03.01 Pedagogical education (bachelors degree level). During the implementation of the curriculum of the bachelors professional training program, a necessity to use pedagogical studios as a way to develop the technological competence of prospective foreign language teachers was defined. Career guidance, as one of the components of the pedagogical studio, provides an opportunity for a more detailed immersion into professional activities of a prospective teacher, reveals all the nuances of working in the school education system which also provides an opportunity to communicate with professionals and to exchange experience. Career guidance activity involves calendar and thematic planning aimed at the development of technological skills, and therefore, technological competence.