Development Of Distance Education Research Articles

THE METHODOLOGICAL POTENTIAL OF HIGH EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

With the development of information technology, the Internet is also constantly iterative and updated, and is currently evolving to Web 3.0, which is synonymous with the next Internet era, which complements the metaverse. This essay is dedicated to one of the most relevant issues in contemporary philosophy: the methodology by which technology is reshaping educational spaces and educational models. The research adopts the method of philosophical speculation, starting from conceptual analysis, tracing the development of distance education and its technological evolution, and examining the educational process of technology from the source. The results of the study show that with the emergence of concepts such as digital campus, smart campus, digital twin campus, and metaverse school, the educational space is changing to the metaverse. The transformation triggered by science and technology covers both individuals and society, not only referring to the specific content or form of people's understanding and thinking, but also the depth and complexity of the thinking world of the entire society. In order to adapt to the changing situation, higher education institutions are establishing new curriculum models. Various words associated with these patterns are: blended learning, flipped classroom, virtual learning, smart classroom, etc.

PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL ASPECTS OF DISTANCE EDUCATION IN MODERN RUSSIA

The article touches upon the issues concerning the influence of informatisation of modern society, which are network and global in nature, on educational systems, distance education in particular. It is noted that the emphasis of the development of distance education should not be on technical features of certain educational platforms, but on the development of digital forms of education, taking into account national characteristics and interests of society. Special attention is paid to the fact that in the psychological and 70 Научное мнение № 4 (2023) pedagogical aspects of distance education, fundamentally important issues are the issues of developing psychological and pedagogical tools for the formation of a new model of thinking for both teachers and students, resistant to negative and sometimes aggressive factors of the modern reality of digital communications, which actually displace the “traditional communication” of people.

Distance education in the education system of European Union countries

The article describes the experience of distance education in the education system of the countries of the European Union for the introduction of a new innovative level of education quality in the European dimension. The main characteristics of distance education are highlighted: learning at an individual pace, in a convenient format, in any city, at a convenient time; flexible pedagogical and educational frameworks that respond sensitively to internal and external changes; consideration by education of students' ability levels, various learning styles, interests, needs, and experience. Various technological tools of modern distance education and the main possibilities of intensive development of distance education in the education system of the European Union countries are considered. The role of the European Association of Distance Learning Universities is shown. The requested educational projects within the framework of the Erasmus+ program was analyzed. The regimes in which distance education can be carried out in the education system of the countries of the European Union are listed.

Digital teaching competence for inclusion and social cohesion in teaching processes: Chilean experience during COVID-19

This study examined teacher digital competence training for inclusion and social cohesion in Chile during the Covid-19 confinement. The objective was to analyze how teachers are trained in ICT and how they use these tools to develop distance education processes. The methodology used was a quantitative approach through a descriptive design of a multiple-choice questionnaire. The findings indicate that ICT training occurs mainly as a spontaneous process of self-learning by the teacher and that their motivations for training in ICT respond mainly to the desire to improve their professional skills. Teachers highly value training processes to develop distance education processes around the use of technologies. The teachers who adapted their planning for the new distance education are those who carried out self-learning processes and have training in technological tools. Most teachers opted for a mixed approach in content delivery and complemented classes through video calling platforms with tools for asynchronous work. Regarding evaluation processes, teachers certainly know that clear and precise instructions are relevant in distance education.

Education Quality Problems in Using Distance Learning Technologies

The article deals with the process in distance learning in the Republic of Kazakhstan, as one of the main parameters for introducing digital literacy development at the tertiary level. Buketov Karaganda University has been taken as the research site for data collection and analysis of quality distance learning. The authors have revealed the devices used by students in distance learning, the amount of available educational materials, the positive aspects of online teaching. At the same time, the paper aims at identifying the problems of distance learning in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), electronic library resources. The analysis proved the effectiveness of distance learning at the university. It suggests some assumptions on the improvement of distance learning and education technology based on the survey results among students and teaching staff. It is believed that the development of distance education and their technologies will enable HEIs to meet students’ demands and rights to quality education. It will allow anyone to receive bachelor degree and professional engagement simultaneously

Main mechanisms of state administration regarding the relevance of the development of distance education in the sphere of training of future rescuers of Ukraine during marital state

At the beginning of 2022, Ukraine became a bridgehead and a zone of active hostilities, which determined the lives of its citizens for years to come. The war had a decisive influence on all sectors, including the branches of our state, both in production and in educational processes.
 The significant events that have taken place make us think about the fact that the prospective aspects of education in the universities of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine and the transformation of methods of providing quality education cannot be considered separately from the most important task of providing quality education. This applies both to young people who suffer from a lack of resources or a favorable environment for access to learning and acquiring knowledge, and to teachers and their needs for more effective mastering of new teaching methods. And finally, it concerns the educational community as a whole, including local communities, which directly depends on the continuity of education in an extremely difficult period for the entire Ukrainian community.
 So, the article defines the ways to solve the current scientific problem regarding the formation of innovative systems for the development of state management by distance learning in universities of the State Service of Ukraine for emergency situations during the period of hostilities.
 Person-oriented technologies of the information mechanism of the state management of the development of distance learning are identified, pedagogical technologies are considered, which use well-known didactic principles of distance higher education of Ukraine, taking into account the peculiarities of the training of future rescuers.
 The main principles of distance learning technology based on the state management of the development of distance educational technology, as a set of methods, forms and means of interaction with the learner, where the mastering of the educational array of knowledge is independently controlled in the process, with the aim of obtaining professional skills and abilities, have been considered and improved.
 An analysis of the foreign experience of state management of the development of distance higher education was carried out, which in turn made it possible to determine a number of advantages regarding the training of future rescuers, using distance learning in universities of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.

Teaching methods in light of e-learning between reality and hope

In our research, we seek to shed a spot of light on one of the most important and controversial issues, given the excitement that this topic is characterized by, especially in our era today, the era of globalization that has upset the balance of life, and perhaps the post-Corona world has contributed significantly to changing the lifestyle of people, as education to virtual reality through new technological technologies that have changed the course of human lives.Education has been and still is the pillar of the development of any nation and is the main engine for advancing sustainable development. Education in the world has made great strides as many new technologies have been introduced that undoubtedly contribute to raising the quality of education and achieving scientific renaissance, which raises many important questions. And the focus on the reality and challenges of distance education in the Arab world, perhaps the most prominent of which are:_ To what extent can we talk about the development of distance education in the Arab world?_ How can Arab governments work to raise the efficiency of professors and teachers in various educational stages to keep abreast of recent developments in distance education techniques?_ What are the real ways and tools that can be embodied on the ground to advance distance education in the Arab world?_ How can Arab scientific competencies as well as businessmen have a prominent role in supporting new projects on distance education to advance sustainable development?Through the foregoing, we will work according to the two mechanisms of disassembly and analysis, to stand on the reality and challenges of distance education in the Arab world, in an effort to work on finding new ways and techniques to raise the quality of distance education in the Arab world and to confront the trend of cultural globalization, in order to keep pace with new global developments that have reached degrees Very high quality.

SEARCHING FOR WAYS TO IMPROVE THE FORCED DISTANCE LEARNING OF STUDENTS

First, the coronavirus pandemic, and then the war caused the search for ways to organize the educational process. Education is undoubtedly important for any country in the world, so it is necessary to organise the educational process at a high quality level under any conditions. Thanks to information technologies, it has become possible to study at a distance online. However, educators had to face a number of difficulties when implementing the educational process in a distance format. The purpose of this study is to analyze the problem of organizing distance learning in the conditions of the pandemic and russian aggression and to identify ways to improve forced distance learning in Ukraine. The main research methods that were used in writing the article are statistical, graphic, analysis and synthesis. Distance learning has become a challenge not only for students but also for teachers. There are problems in the process of working remotely during quarantine: technical competence of teachers and students; registration and communication procedures, meaningful structuring of information flow; remote schedule and workload optimisation; multitasking; personal space as a learning environment; electronic dean's office. In the article, the authors analyzed statistical data on the number of education seekers and educational institutions in which classes were held in various formats: distance, face-to-face, and mixed. Four teaching models are explored in the article: correspondence, tele-education, multimedia, virtual. Authors distinguish certain types of learning: traditional learning, synchronous learning, blended learning, and revel the essence of them. Authors analyzed platforms such as Moodle, Google Classroom, which can be used for study and communication, or an educational institution can use its own developed learning platform, such as MIX SumDU at Sumy State University. Analyzing the essence of distance education and e-learning, authors conclude that the idea is not new, as its elements are implemented in educational process. The development of distance education in Ukraine continues and it is enhanced by the development of the Internet and the improvement of distance learning methods.

Formation of Lexical Competence in Applicants for Education at Distance Learning (Experience of Foreign Scientists)

The modern peculiarities of the formation of lexical competence in students in distance education are quite acute due to the alternative organization of the scientific process and the possibility of its improvement in modern educational programs. The use of digital technologies in the learning process can be useful from the point of view of forming lexical competence and their further development in the context of strengthening the role of distance education in the modern educational program. The purpose of the article is to study the formation of lexical competence in students in distance learning, as well as the use of effective digital platforms and information technologies that can improve the components of lexical competence, such as terminology, word formation, the ability to build lexical and semantic constructions, etc. The main objective of the study is to analyze the theoretical and methodological aspects of lexical competence development in students in the context of global digitalization. The article focuses on current trends in the development of distance education and its role in the further educational process. The key prospects for development and possible ways to improve the formation of lexical competence of students studying in a distance format are outlined. Useful means of development and features of lexical competence formation are proposed, its theoretical concept is studied and its structural components are characterized. The obtained results of the study can be useful for improving the quality of the educational process in educational institutions and can be used for further development of education in the modern world.

Quality Management of Distance Learning Higher Education

This article aims to describe the implementation of distance learning necessitates a quality management system for higher education. The method is qualitative, which can be explained by the reality of quality management in distance learning higher education. Literature related to quality management of distance learning in higher education, including problems and constraints of distance learning, management models in distance learning, distance learning systems approaches, roles in distance learning, online learning design components, and long-distance higher education quality assurance systems, serves as a data source. The results of the discussion can indicate actions for maintaining quality levels, such as (a) quality management, management so that there is still quality control for graduates who are expected to meet nationally accepted competency standards (quality control), and (b) higher education with distance learning is able to respond to any situation. Changes in learning include the development of distance education, and (c) distance education is the development of the concept of a cyber university or what is commonly known as distance learning in Indonesia.

Distance learning as an integrative response to contemporary challenges

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised the issue of using distance learning as a separate independent model of organizing the educational process. The purpose of the article is to analyze distance learning as a form of organizing the educational process, which is dynamically developing in response to global challenges, from the point of view of an integral approach. Accordingly, the object of the study is modern forms of distance learning as a way of organizing the educational process. To achieve this goal, an analytical research approach was used that allows correlating and identifying effective solutions taking into account the unique features of the educational system: content analysis (32 items of scientific literature were analyzed), prognostic, systemic, structural methods, as well as methods of specification and abstraction. The empirical data for the study were obtained by using a survey method, which involved 100 higher education students. Its main goal was to determine the readiness of students to perceive distance learning not only as a response to the challenges of quarantine restrictions but also as a separate form of educational activity. The results showed that despite the efforts of teachers and the use of modern digital technologies, students had to study a lot of new educational materials on their own. The transition to distance learning has led to an increase in the importance of homework and independent work compared to traditional forms of educational activities. The majority of respondents noted that despite the increase in the share of online tests and other control activities, the average academic performance has not decreased. It was found that the number of students who improved their performance did not differ from those who used traditional forms of education. As a result, many higher education students expressed the opinion that studying remotely was generally easy, despite all the obstacles. Such a positive assessment allows us to interpret distance learning as a promising and independent vector for the development of future education. The conclusions emphasize that a condition for the further development of distance education is the development of digital technologies that form the basis of the technical implementation of distance learning. We believe that distance learning should be perceived as a separate branch of the educational system. The practical significance of the study lies in proving the functioning of distance education as an original form of organization of the educational process.

Prospects for the development of distance education in Ukraine: methodological aspect

The article identifies and characterizes the organizational and pedagogical preconditions, patterns, features of the development of distance education in Ukraine, analyzes its role in solving the problem of modernization of vocational education in Ukraine. The main trends in the development of distance education and new learning technologies in Ukraine, based on modern information and telecommunication means of manipulating educational information, have been studied in order to find out the prospects for its further development. The principles of modeling the process of distance learning are disclosed, which allow creating a special learning environment in any geographical location and due to the didactic tasks of higher education. The concept of variable modeling of distance training systems for a future specialist by creating a special learning environment in any geographical location has been developed and theoretically substantiated. The organizational and pedagogical conditions for the effective implementation of distance learning models in the current system of training specialists in higher education are shown.

Prospects for the development of distance education in Ukraine: Methodological aspect

The article develops the theoretical and methodological foundations of distance learning in the system of continuous education and its characteristic features (flexibility, modularity, parallelism, long-range action, asynchrony, mass character, economic efficiency, the changed role of the teacher, the new role and activity of the student, specialized control of the learning process, the use of modern teaching aids, sociality, internationality); the differences between distance learning and the traditional full-time form are established (in the distance learning system, the student is the customer of knowledge; the information and educational environment of distance learning is much wider, but less than traditional full-time education, regulates the behavior of participants in the pedagogical process and disciplines students to a greater extent); the specifics of the personal interaction of participants in the distance learning process and the management of distance learning processes (human studies, psychophysical, socio-psychological aspects predominate in it) are revealed; carrying out educational work in the conditions of remote betrothal puts forward the axiological approach in the first place; resolved a set of issues related to the introduction of a distance learning system into real pedagogical practice (its social, worldview, value, methodological, legal, financial, economic, organizational, didactic, technological, psychological, applied and educational aspects); organizational forms of distance learning are defined (traditional (correspondence); with fragmentary use of information and communication technologies; electronic; combined).

The rise and fall of the “Massively Open Online Courses”

The paper summarizes the actual debate about “massive open online courses” (MOOC), a concept that swept over like a “Tsunami” to European educators and universities since its first development in 2008. The definition of the so-called MOOCs, also referred to as a “disruptive educational innovation”, however, is not very precise and has led to some irritations and scepticism. Therefore, the ideas MOOCs rely on, will be described and the pedagogical and technological background will be explained by detailed descriptions of concrete examples. After setting the scene, the factors responsible for the initial hype about MOOCs will be analyzed as well as the upcoming criticism raised against the arguments of the MOOC proponents. The model of the Gartner hype cycle serves as a useful illustration of the ups and downs of expectations related to the introduction of educational innovations. The discussionwill be supplemented by a brief flash back on prior developments in distance education. Furthermore, some recent empirical data retrieved from Google Trends are presented to underline that MOOCs are already on the descent. Finally, the conditions for a survival of some specific applications of MOOCs at “the plateau of the cycle of expectations” will be outlined. In conclusion, MOOCs seem to have promoted, especially in the US, the use of online teaching and learning as well as the reflection about open educational resources. However, the blurred definition of the term MOOC combined with exaggerated expectations turned down the initial hype about a “disruptive innovative concept of teaching and learning” to a more modest consideration of its potential.

ТЕНДЕНЦІЇ РОЗВИТКУ ДИСТАНЦІЙНОЇ ОСВІТИ В УКРАЇНІ ЯК ЧИННИКА СТАБІЛЬНОСТІ ТА БЕЗПЕРЕБІЙНОСТІ ОСВІТНЬОГО ПРОЦЕСУ ПІД ЧАС ВІЙНИ

This paper aims to analyze the development of distance education as a factor that contributes to the stability and continuity of education in Ukraine. The main principles of successful management of distance education within the continuous education system are outlined. Additionally, Ukrainian legislation regarding different aspects of distance learning is analyzed. It is stressed that technical requirements for distance education in educational institutions must include hardware and technology facilities, high-speed information and communication resources, general and specialized software, technical support, and digital educational resources that align with the curriculum. The advantages and disadvantages of implementing distance education in Ukraine are highlighted. Statistical data regarding the number of students and educators abroad, and the functioning of institutions offering educational services to internally displaced persons, as well as in temporarily occupied territories, are analyzed. Attention is drawn to the importance of continual improvement of the distance education system across different education levels. The optimal use of distance education can be achieved by combining both traditional and innovative methods. Significant focus is given to modernizing and further developing distance education systems, considering their life cycle stages and the interconnection of informational infrastructure components. Directions for developing distance education in Ukraine involve establishing favourable conditions for using information and communication technologies, refining legislative norms relevant to this form of education, and enhancing the professional level of individuals obtaining education through distance learning. Distance education in Ukraine serves three primary purposes: firstly, it is regarded as an integral component in maintaining educational stability during crisis situations; secondly, technological advancement has facilitated the expansion of distance education, though access remains unequal for various social groups and regions; and thirdly, the implementation of distance education requires a revision of teaching and learning methods, potentially enhancing the overall quality of education. Ensuring the stability of distance education in Ukraine is particularly important and necessitates the provision of proper infrastructure, regulatory measures, and individual student needs consideration.

Application of Information Network Technology in Distance Training

With the continuous growth of people's demand for education, the traditional education model can no longer meet the needs of students. Therefore, scholars have begun to explore how to provide more flexible and convenient distance training through information network technology. The application of information network technology in distance training has become a hot topic in the field of education in recent years. With the rapid development of various Internet technologies, the application of distance education has become an indispensable part of modern education. This article aims to explore the application of information network technology in distance training, analyze the application of information network technology in distance training, and explore how to optimize the effectiveness of distance education and improve students' learning experience and learning outcomes. Through in-depth research on the application of information network technology in distance training, it will help promote the development of distance education and improve the utilization efficiency of educational resources.

Examining the past of distance education and the views of faculty members on the present and future

After examining the historical development of distance education through the relevant literature, the purpose of this study is to examine faculty members' views on the current situation and future expectations. The phenomenology method, one of the qualitative research methods, was used for the study. 11 lecturers who taught via distance education at a university during the Covid 19 pandemic participated in the research. Semi-structured interview questions were used as an instrument for data collection. Distance or face-to-face interviews were conducted with the participants for the research purpose. The interviews were analyzed using the content analysis technique. As a result of the analysis, opinions were grouped under six headings: Applications in Distance Education, Advantages of Distance Education, Useful Aspects of Distance Education, Problems in Distance Education, Requirements in Distance Education, and Its Future in Distance Education. The prominent results of the research are discussed in the discussion section. When these prominent results are considered, for learning management system developers; problems experienced in the system, and features that should be added, for researchers; It can be stated that it is a guide for future experimental studies. It is recommended to support the advantages and useful aspects, meet the requirements, conduct research to solve the problems experienced, and conduct studies to meet the expectations for the future.

Modern Digital Instruments Applied in Teaching English for University Students

The actuality of our research can be proven with the growing role of electronic means of communication and tools for training future specialists in higher institutions education. Also, the need to be able to work in a team and possess skills of social interaction force us to reconsider domestic educational models and implement electronic improvements and collaborative learning not as a means, but as a goal in the process of training specialists in higher education of Ukraine. Shifting the practice of teaching students to more visualized culture, a forced transition to a remote training should inevitably lead to the filling of the existing teaching methods with more visual aids such as video conferencing, presentations, video streaming, usage of online simulators. According to the "Concept for the Development of Distance Education in Ukraine", which was introduced by the resolution of the Ministry of Education and Culture of Ukraine back in 2000, distance education is considered as a form of learning that is implemented mainly through distance learning technologies which in turn are divided into pedagogical and informational. Consequently, the purpose of the article is to study the essence of digital tools types applied in teaching English at universities, which are aimed at formation of individual readiness for effective cross-cultural interaction. In particular, the main tasks of the ongoing study are to highlight top priority modern methods and online platforms that can be useful in shaping foreign languages communicative competence of modern students in current tough conditions. The general survey outcomes have witnessed that among the advantages of using digital tools compared to daytime study there are such practical conveniences as: flexibility in time, because some types of work can be performed outside of classes; reduction of transport and time costs; the possibility of organizing practical classes, consultations, assessments and exams, testing both individually and in groups. Speaking about the disadvantages of remote learning of foreign languages, not all students of a non-language educational institution have the potential, necessary for learning foreign languages, or sufficient computer skills literacy with this type of education, and require additional, individual work. Key words: digital education; English language; Information Communicative Technologies; online platforms; digital instruments; MyEnglishLab; innovative methods; skills tasks.

EXPERIENCE IN USING DISTANCE LEARNING TOOLS IN PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGICAL CORPS

The article presents and describes a tool for the professional development of teachers. Special attention is paid to the subject-methodical section, the implementation of which since 2020 has been taking place in an online form with the use of distance educational technologies. The article describes and presents the concepts of «e-learning» and «distance learning technologies,» and briefly presents the history of the development of distance education in the world. The article contains a description of the advantages of distance learning, as well as an analysis of the difficulties experienced by students of training courses and seminars, and advanced training of distance courses. In the post-industrial world, one of the main qualification requirements is professional mobility, determined by readiness for continuous retraining and advanced training. The education system, designed to ensure the increase of human capital, and increase the efficiency and competitiveness of the economy, should, first of all, prepare people for life in rapidly changing conditions. Therefore, the system itself must keep up with the changes taking place. The main challenge of 2020 was the emergency transfer of the educational process to a remote form using e-learning technologies. The education system did not have time to «group up» and prepare. The implementation of educational programs in a remote format required careful coordination of pedagogical activities and thoughtful administration of the process. The crisis exposed serious substantive and organizational problems in the industry and identified professional-pedagogical difficulties in the field of ICT competence: both at the level of the general user and the level of the general pedagogical component. The pedagogical community has an objective need to master new competencies. We can assume that the current situation will inevitably entail changes in the standards of training and retraining, as well as the emergence of new training programs.

Formation of Professional Competencies in the Study of Biophysics in Bachelor Students of Technological Specialities in the Context of Distance Learning

Mastering the “Biophysics” discipline, Bachelor students of technological specialities need a deeper understanding of the physical processes that occur in biological systems. According to the educational programme, as a result of studying biophysics, Bachelor students of technological specialities develop programme competencies. Considering the orientation of the education system to the competence approach and the needs of the present in the development of distance education, the relevant issue is the development of a structural-methodological plan for the development of professional competencies in Bachelor students of technological specialities in the context of studying biophysics during distance learning. The purpose of the paper is to form professional competencies in the study of biophysics in Bachelor students of technological specialities in the context of distance learning. The research work uses the following methods: survey, analysis of the quality of educational results, and statistical processing of results using a nonparametric statistical Mann-Whitney U-test Programme competencies in the study of biophysics in Bachelor students of technological specialities in the context of distance learning are outlined. It is proved that the distance course should contain information for conducting distance lectures, laboratory work, and practical classes. It is noted that the distance course should provide for the control of acquired knowledge during distance learning for Bachelor students of technological specialities based on test tasks, practical tests, and virtual-practical simulators. It is proved that test tasks, control sections and virtual-practical simulators provide monitoring of the results of educational activities of applicants for the higher education of technological specialities in the context of studying the “Biophysics” discipline in terms of qualitative and quantitative indicators: acquisition of competencies and obtaining points on the ECTS scale. The practical significance of the study is that as a result of such consistent work, the plan of which is covered, professional competencies are formed in Bachelor students of technical specialities in the context of studying biophysics during distance learning