Education Literature Research Articles

Investigating the factors influencing teachers’ adoption of gamification strategies in higher education: insights from Korthagen’s onion model

PurposeInterest in gamification as a relevant and innovative pedagogical tool has increased in recent years among academics and educators. While considerable literature has focused on the effectiveness of gamified learning, little is known about the motivations behind its adoption. By examining teachers’ perspectives, which are often overlooked, we investigated the factors influencing teachers’ adoption of gamification strategies.Design/methodology/approachWe adopted Korthagen’s onion model as the main theoretical lens to identify the influencing factors. A qualitative study involving interviews with 15 French higher education teachers was conducted to achieve our purpose.FindingsThe results were organized within the six layers of the onion model, through which we demonstrated the factors influencing teachers’ adoption of gamification. The institutional environment and teachers’ internal characteristics (beliefs, values, identity and mission) were identified as the determinants of gamification use.Originality/valueUnlike most gamification studies, this research contributes to the literature by considering teachers’ perspectives and integrating the Korthagen model into the educational setting. We also propose an integrative theoretical approach that uncovers synergies between the Korthagen model and the educational leadership literature.

Self‐directed learning—a framework for inclusion ‘In’ and ‘Through’ Education – A systematic review

AbstractThere is a dearth of knowledge regarding how self‐directed learning and inclusion relate as concepts. In this paper, we explore how self‐directed learning and inclusion are discussed together in the educational literature. With the aim of advancing our conceptual and theoretical understanding in this regard, we present the findings of a systematic review that critically explores the relevant literature on self‐directed learning and inclusion. We included peer‐reviewed texts with an explicit focus on both inclusion and self‐directed learning in any educational phase. There were no restrictions on date of publication or methodology adopted. We searched five databases in July 2023: British Education Index, Education Research Complete, ERIC, International Bibliography of the Social Sciences, Australian Education Index, and Web of Science. We located 19 studies published in the past 15 years—8 studies concerned childhood education settings and 11 studies were written in the context of adult education, with the majority from higher education. We analysed the texts using thematic analysis and key findings were that: (1) self‐directed learning can be used as a framework to promote both inclusion ‘in’ education (as in pedagogical methods and strategies) and ‘through’ education (as in educational products and outcomes); and (2) engaging with self‐directed learning has the potential to further inclusion and social justice aims in education. However, these findings can only be interpreted by taking into consideration the tensions associated with inclusion that were rarely acknowledged in the included studies. Context and implicationsRationale for this study: To date there is limited literature on how self‐directed learning and inclusion relate to each other.Why the new findings matter: Our findings suggest that the connections between self‐directed learning and inclusion are not unproblematic, which reflects the complexities of inclusion.Implications for teachers and researchers: Key insights gained through this process include that (1) self‐directed learning can be used as a framework to promote both inclusion ‘in’ education (as in pedagogical methods and strategies) and ‘through’ education (as in educational products and outcomes); and (2) engaging with self‐directed learning has the potential to further inclusion and social justice aims in education. However, it is essential to consider that the majority of studies reviewed in this present work were small‐scale and cross‐sectional in nature. Therefore, this field remains an important open door for further research.

Sustainable Campus Operations in Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Literature Review

This paper presents a systematic literature review (SLR) to provide a comprehensive understanding of higher education literature focusing on the implementation of sustainable campus operations. The implementation of on-campus sustainable operations represents a pivotal path for promoting sustainability in the higher education context. Nonetheless, only a scarce number of studies provide a comprehensive assessment of the existing literature on the topic of sustainable campus operations in higher education institutions (HEIs). Accordingly, our research intends to fill this gap. Our review identified 130 focal articles that were predominantly published in high-impact journals. Key themes identified in the literature include carbon neutrality, energy use, waste management, environmental management, and circular economy, with a notable emphasis on the interconnectedness of these topics. The review also highlights the critical role of institutional leadership, governance structures, stakeholder engagement, and technological innovation in driving sustainability on campuses. Despite the growing body of literature, research gaps were identified, including the need for more comparative studies, exploration of funding mechanisms, and improvements in data collection and reporting practices. This study underscores the importance of adopting a structured, holistic approach to campus sustainability in HEIs, which can inform policy development, enhance decision-making, and pave the way for more effective sustainability strategies.

Lärdom och läsande kring sekelskiftet 1800

During the latter half of the 18th century, the doors of German universities were opened from within. Scholars abandoned Latin in favor of the vernacular and turned outward to a broader audience. Philosophers and scientists saw in the printing press a tool that would help eradicate ignorance and superstition, ultimately laying the groundwork for a better society. However, the enthusiasm was short-lived. Influential scholars increasingly lamented by the turn of the 19th century that competition for readers' attention had compromised the quality of science. Many described a situation of intellectual undercutting and warned that popular science was displacing the genuine. In "Hermeneutics for the People!", I examine the late 18th and early 19th-century German-language debate on the increasing commercialization of academic knowledge. Specifically, I analyze how one sought to stimulate demand for serious and educational literature by fostering people into good and quality-conscious readers.

Специфика формирования учебных материалов по языку специальности для иностранных студентов-медиков

The article deals with the features of teaching Russian as a foreign language within the framework of the professionally oriented training of foreign students of medical universities. The purpose of the work is to consider methodological approaches, tools and techniques that ensure effective language teaching in the medical and biological specialty. The main attention is paid to the requirements for the content, selection and development of educational materials for the effective formation of the communicative competence of future doctors, the quality of which is associated with the need to master not only the lexical and grammatical aspects of the language, but also the skills of speech behavior, conditioned by the peculiarities of medical discourse. Based on this, the main characteristics of the scientific style in general and medical terminology in particular, significant from the point of view of the substantive aspect of teaching language for special purposes (LSP), are covered. Based on the analysis of scientific and the most popular educational and methodological literature in medical universities, the authors derive typological principles for the implementation of the textological approach in teaching Russian for special purposes. The scientific novelty of the work lies in an attempt to generalize and systematize the methods and techniques of LSP teaching used in modern practice, on the basis of which a practical model for organizing educational materials for the systematic development of professional and communicative competence of medical students is proposed. The results of the study are practice-oriented in nature and can be used as a template for further improvement of the principles of organizing the educational process in the field of teaching Russian language in the medical and biological profile.

Enhancing Civic Education and University Quality Management: An Innovative Approach

In modern socio-economic conditions, the problem of civic education of the population of the country acquires special significance. The multifaceted nature of this problem requires different approaches to its consideration and is associated both with increasing requirements for the formation of a person - a citizen, for the process of civic education, for the civic qualities of an individual, and with a change in value guidelines, when universal human values and the legal culture of people become priorities. Studying the problem of civic education at different stages of its evolution allows us to critically comprehend the process of its formation and development and use the most advanced ideas and experience for the further development of this problem. A historiographic review of scientific and pedagogical literature on the topic indicates that researchers of the problems of civic education have most fully studied the issues of civic education and the formation of a citizen, various aspects of its organization in the educational process of a comprehensive school. The article deals with the problems of the didactic system of improving the quality management of higher education by means of IT technologies from the point of view of the process approach. Innovative technologies make it possible to increase the efficiency of the university's quality management system by optimizing the structure of all main and auxiliary processes. The article is devoted to the problems of implementing automation of the process of assessing the quality of the educational process, the quality of teaching individual disciplines at the university, the creation of an effective management system based on the principles of quality management. Special attention was paid to the management structures of the higher education system of Kazakhstan, where information systems based on computer technologies are used. Specified for the purpose of implementation as well as operation Attention is drawn to the contradiction between the requirements of the international standard ISO 9000 series, which regulate the conduct and study of the opinions of consumers of educational services in the monitoring mode, and the lack of a properly developed information system that allows collecting, processing and presenting information about customer satisfaction

Spiritual and Intellectual Development of Young Researchers in the Process of Their Scientific Formation in Institutions of Higher Education

On the basis of the analysis of scientific and pedagogical literature and the practice of research activity, the peculiarities of the spiritual and intellectual development of young researchers in the process of their scientific formation were revealed. It has been proven that the level of their methodological culture is the basis of the spiritual and intellectual development of education seekers as a systematic factor that ensures the systematization of cognitive and value-oriented strategies, relevant knowledge and skills, and becomes the core of the personal, professional and scientific development of a teacher-researcher. In this context, spiritual-intellectual development should be built on the basis of systemic, integral, narrative, activity, person-oriented, axiological humanistic, competence-based, cultural, adaptive and other approaches. The functions of methodological culture are singled out, such as worldview, cognitive, prognostic, semiotic, critical-reflexive, creative, and the function of professional self-development of the future teacher, which are directed by the worldview function. In the direction of spiritual and intellectual development, the stages of scientific formation of young researchers are highlighted: 1) entry into scientific and pedagogical activity (comprehension of the basic provisions of scientific and pedagogical activity, acquaintance with the research process); 2) scientific and professional formation (mastery of basic categories, methods of scientific and pedagogical knowledge, motivational and value orientation to scientific research); 3) conscious scientific search (spiritual and intellectual enrichment, mastering the basics of methodological culture, implementation of a research program); 4) scientific maturity (deep awareness of the specifics of pedagogical knowledge, personal growth, mastering cognitive processes and ways of thinking, methodological reflection, obtaining objective research results). The conducted research and taking into account the principles of academic integrity testify to the spiritual and intellectual growth of young researchers, which appears as an effective characteristic of methodological culture, which actualizes scientific and pedagogical thinking and acquires a proactive orientation and predicts their scientific activity.

Predicting student performance using Moodle data and machine learning with feature importance

Despite the growing technological advancement in education, poor academic performance of students remains challenging for educational institutions worldwide. The study aimed to predict students’ academic performance through modular object-oriented dynamic learning environment (Moodle) data and tree-based machine learning algorithms with feature importance. While previous studies aimed at increasing model performance, this study trained a model with multiple data sets and generic features for improved generalizability. Through a comparative analysis of random forest (RF), XGBoost, and C5.0 decision tree (DT) algorithms, the trained RF model emerged as the best model, achieving a good ROC-AUC score of 0.77 and 0.73 in training and testing sets, respectively. The feature importance aspect of the study identified the submission actions as the most crucial predictor of student performance while the delete actions as the least. The Moodle data used in the study was limited to 2-degree programs from the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP). The 22 courses still resulted in a small sample size of 1,007. Future research should broaden its focus to increase generalizability. Overall, the findings highlight the potential of machine learning techniques to inform intervention strategies and enhance student support mechanisms in online education settings, contributing to the intersection of data science and education literature.

But is it Elite? Organizational Status, Boundaries, and Crafting Elite and Flagship Universities

Abstract: "Elite" and "flagship" are two influential groupings used to conceptualize differences among higher education institutions, but rarely defined. We derive common features attributed to these groupings from a content analysis of 40 years of higher education literature. Next, we explore the relationship of these features to other institutional characteristics with multiple regression analyses of organizational-level data. We uncover "organizational tautology," a self-reinforcing manifestation of status beliefs and boundary work. Elite and flagship categories represent stylized facts used to legitimate groupings based on organizational status, reinforcing exclusionary beliefs by higher education insiders and their positions within an unequal higher education system.

Inclusive assessment in health professions education: Balancing global goals and local contexts.

In this article, we draw upon diverse and contextually different experiences of working on inclusive assessment, with the aim of bridging and enhancing practices of inclusive assessments for health professions education (HPE) within universities. Instead of juxtaposing our views from three countries, we combine our perspectives to advocate for inclusive assessment. Creating an inclusive assessment culture is important for equitable education, even if priorities for inclusion might differ between contexts. We recognise challenges in the enactment of inclusive assessment, namely, the notion of lowering standards, harming reliability and robustness of assessment design and inclusion as a poorly defined and catchall term. Importantly, the lack of awareness that inclusion means recognising intersectionality is a barrier for well-designed inclusive assessments. This is why we offer considerations for HPE practitioners that can guide towards a unified direction of travel for inclusive assessments. This article highlights the importance of contextual prioritisation and initiatives to be considered at the global level to national, institutional, programme and the individual level. Utilising experience and literature from undergraduate, higher education contexts, we offer considerations with applicability across the assessment continuum. In this state of science paper, we were set the challenge of providing cross-cultural viewpoints on inclusive assessment. In this discursive article, we focus on inclusive assessment within undergraduate health professions education whilst looking to the wider higher education literature, since institutional policies and procedures frequently drive assessment decisions and influence the environment in which they occur. We explore our experiences of working in inclusive assessment, with the aim of bridging and enhancing practices of inclusive assessments for HPE. Unlike other articles that juxtapose views, we all come from the perspective of supporting inclusive assessment. We begin with a discussion on what inclusive assessment is and then describe our contexts as a basis for understanding differences and broadening conversations. We work in the United Kingdom, Australia and Malaysia, having undertaken research, facilitated workshops and seminars on inclusive assessment nationally and internationally. We recognise our perspectives will differ as a consequence of our global context, institutional culture, individual characteristics and educational experiences. (Note that individual characteristics are also known as protected characteristics in some countries). Then, we outline challenges and opportunities associated with inclusive assessment, drawing on evidence within our contexts, acknowledging that our understanding of inclusive assessment research is limited to publications in English and currently tilted to publications from the Global North. In the final section, we then offer recommendations for championing inclusion, focussing firstly on assessment designs, and then broader considerations to organise collective action. Our article is unapologetically practical; the deliberate divergence from a theoretical piece is with the intent that anyone who reads this paper might enact even one small change progressing towards more inclusive assessment practices within their context.

THE INFLUENCE OF FAMILY FACTORS ON THE PROPENSITY TO ENGAGE IN BULLYING BEHAVIOUR AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

In recent years, the issue of bullying among minors has emerged as a significant concern, given its association with a range of adverse outcomes. These include poor academic performance, emotional and neurotic problems, and the escalation of aggression and suicidal attitudes among children. Consequently, there is a pressing need to address cases of cruelty among minors, a responsibility that falls upon teaching teams and educational psychologists in general educational institutions. To eradicate the adverse effects of aggressive behaviour among schoolchildren towards their peers, it is essential to examine the underlying causes of this phenomenon, which can be defined as the formation of a bullying position. The article is also relevant due to the impact of the full-scale war in Ukraine on the psychological and emotional state of adolescents, namely increased stress, anxiety and aggression. Furthermore, it is vital to identify strategies that can be employed to mitigate the likelihood of such occurrences. This article aims to explore the relationship between the characteristics of child-parent relationships within families of adolescents and the types of bullying these adolescents may engage in towards their peers. The research methodology encompasses a comparative, systemic and functional analysis of philosophical, psychological and pedagogical literature. The study has found that adolescents who experience severe and strict educational influences, along with parents who maintain high expectations that they do not fulfil, are less likely to communicate their struggles to their parents, engage in constructive discussions, or seek help and support in problem-solving. Consequently, this dynamic increases the likelihood of verbal victimisation occurring and escalating among adolescents in their interactions with peers. The style of family upbringing and the parent-child relationship play a significant role in this problem and, if properly constructed, contribute to the healthy development of the adolescent and ensure his or her safety in the school community and society.

REVISITING THE US TEACHING NURSING HOME: WHAT ARE STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF CARING FOR OLDER ADULTS?

Abstract The U.S. Census Bureau predicts that by 2050, over 20% of the U.S. population will fall into the category of older adults and will be the “core business” of the nursing profession. This growing demand is coupled with critical staff shortages, especially in nursing homes, a deficit that was exacerbated by the experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing has identified care for older adults as a priority for undergraduate nursing programs and nursing education literature suggests there are critical barriers toward greater integration of the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to adequately care for older adults living in nursing homes. The purpose of this study was to understand undergraduate nursing students’ perceptions about their first clinical learning experience in a nursing home and working with older adults., Students (N= 105) from a large research university who were enrolled in the Nursing Fundamentals course were recruited to participate in the study. De-identified course artifacts (e.g., Age-Friendly Health Systems 4Ms Framework course assignments) generated by consented participants were compiled and analyzed using thematic analysis. Two themes emerged from the data and included students’ assumptions and lessons learned about caring for older adults living in nursing homes. In addition, students identified opportunities that could improve care for older adults, especially around “What Matters” and functional mobility. These findings will serve as the basis to guide best practices for integrating additional learning experiences in the undergraduate nursing curriculum using the Age-Friendly Health Systems 4Ms Framework.

Relationship Between Reward System and Work Performance of Faculty Members in Private Universities and Colleges in Camarines Sur, Philippines

This empirical investigation examines the interrelationship between reward systems and faculty work performance in private higher education institutions in Camarines Sur, Philippines. Employing a descriptive-correlational research design, the study analyzed monetary and non-monetary reward implementations through the theoretical lenses of Equity Theory, Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting Theory, Self-Determination Theory, and Social Exchange Theory. The research methodology incorporated a validated survey instrument (Cronbach's α = .958) administered to faculty members across four accredited private universities. Statistical analysis revealed a moderately strong positive correlation (r = 0.425, p < 0.05) between reward systems and faculty performance, with non-monetary rewards showing stronger correlations with work quality (r = 0.597) and quantity (r = 0.533). Faculty demonstrated exceptional performance in teaching load (mean: 3.28) and institutional service (mean: 3.24), though research productivity remained lower (mean: 2.90). Notably, timeliness of work showed minimal correlation with both reward types, suggesting intrinsic motivation drives punctual task completion. The findings revealed institutions' pronounced preference for non-monetary incentives over financial compensation, particularly in professional development and career advancement opportunities. This study contributes to educational management literature by providing empirically grounded insights for developing contextualized reward frameworks in resource-constrained private higher education settings, emphasizing the significance of balanced incentive systems in enhancing faculty performance.

BİOLOGİYANIN TƏDRİSİNDƏ TƏLİM VƏZİFƏLƏRİNİN VƏHDƏTDƏ ÖYRƏNİLMƏSİ, BU İSTİQAMƏTDƏ ELMİ-METODİK ƏDƏBİYYATIN TƏHLİLİ

In the article, the study of teaching tasks in biology classes in secondary schools, completeness of teaching, scientific-pedagogical and methodical literature in this direction were analyzed. N.M. Kazimov, A.Sh. Hashimov from pedagogical literature. "Pedagogy", A. Hashimov, A. Agayev. "Pedagogy", Majid Ismikhanov, Hasan Bayramov. "Pedagogy" books were analyzed in terms of problems. The opinions of the authors of the mentioned textbooks regarding the educational tasks were investigated and used in our research. Pedagogical literature has expressed an attitude towards the superficial approach to the idea of connected learning of educational tasks. From methodical literature, textbooks, teaching aids, methodical aids written by A.M. Huseynov, M.Sh. Balayev, A.M. Maharramov, H.M. Hajiyeva, T.G. Abdullayeva, G.N. Hajiyeva, P.M. Gafarova were analyzed in the article from the point of view of problems, analyzed and useful ideas. has been used. In our study, we have substantiated the idea that the requirements for teaching positions in biology should be taken into account.

Спрос, закон спроса, эффекты Гиффена и Веблена. Часть 2. Нефункциональный спрос и загадки спроса

The present work is a brief review of domestic educational and scientific literature upon the issues of non-functional (according to Leibenstein’s classification) demand. To take into account the influence of social factors, the concept of conspicuous consumption by T. Veblen is used. Attention is paid to inaccurate and controversial statements found in literature, as well as to cases of incorrect interpretation of some types of non-functional demand formed under the influence of social determinants. First of all, this refers to the practice of incorrectly interpreting the Veblen effect as an exception to the law of demand and conspicuous consumption as irrational behavior. A number of recent studies convincingly indicate that conspicuous consumption is capable of exerting a favorable psychological effect on the individual who exhibits it, thereby contributing to an increase in their level of well-being. Using the example of the dissertation services market, it is shown that buyers of custom dissertations who often experience amazing “psychological metamorphoses” subsequently receive the opportunity to successfully convert the acquired symbolic capital into certain privileges. The mathematical model of the Veblen effect proposed in the article allows asserting that the Veblen effect may as well manifest itself as a result of the rational choice of the consumer who may be an individual with any level of income, except for the lowest, completely excluding the possibility of any choice of consumed goods. It is shown that in some cases, to explain the dynamics of demand for a particular good, it is sufficient to take into account the “competition” of the Veblen, price, bandwagon, and snob effects without any reference to paradoxes or exceptions to the law of demand. Along with this, examples of consumer behavior and demand are given, for the interpretation of which Leibenstein’s classification is insufficient.

Transformation of the subject field of Russian sociology of labor: from a system of labor relations to the constructivist perspective

The article is devoted to the processes of transformation of the content and boundaries of the subject field of Russian sociology of labor, which occurred from the late 1980s to the present. To achieve this goal, the tasks are solved, consisting in the analysis of scientific and educational literature on the subject of labor sociology; the description of the main methodological approaches to the study of labor relations; the construction of the content of the subject field of labor sociology from the standpoint of the latest concepts of the sociology of life and the existing experience of the Samara School of Sociology of Labor. It is emphasized that in Russian literature there are at least six approaches to the consideration of the subject of sociology of labor, which are mainly based on the systemic approach that prevailed back in Soviet times. In terms of content, one or another aspect of social interaction in the field of work is most often declared the subject of labor sociology: 1) the attitude of society to work (work as a social phenomenon), 2) relations between participants in the labor process (labor relations), 3) the attitude of participants in the labor process to their work. The methodical and methodological difficulties of analyzing labor relations are associated with the existence of many overlapping and contradictory approaches within the directions of sociological realism, nominalism and constructivism, which interpret both their content and the factors influencing them in different ways. The most promising direction of modern analysis of labor relations is the application of the constructivist concept of the sociology of life, in which labor relations can be considered as a synthesizing (unifying) concept in relation to the key components of the employee's life world (labor consciousness, labor behavior and the work environment), which in turn consist of a number of elementary concepts (labor motivation, social well-being, social tension, involvement in labor activity) in the space of the social and labor sphere of society (a structure-forming concept). Based on the experience of empirical research accumulated during the post-Soviet period and using new theoretical foundations, the main directions of modern research in the subject field of Russian sociology of labor are: 1) study of the behavior and life world of subjects of labor relations in conditions of precarious employment, 2) analysis of the content and composition of participants (subjects) of labor relations, 3) problems of inequality and social justice in conditions of everyday labor interactions.

Психологічні та педагогічні засади формування інформаційно-комунікативної компетентності школярів в умовах змішаного навчання

Modern education is undergoing significant changes due to the development of information technologies, particularly the increasing popularity of blended learning. In connection with the rapid information and digital advancement, there arises a necessity to form information and communication competence in students. This competence implies confident, critical, and responsible use of digital technologies for personal development and communication, as well as the ability to safely apply information and communication tools in educational and other life situations while adhering to the principles of academic integrity. The mathematical education sector is an essential component of general education, which also requires adaptation to the new conditions of blended learning. Therefore, there is a need for in-depth research into the psychological and pedagogical foundations of forming information and communication competence in students within the context of blended learning. This article analyzes psychological and pedagogical literature and explores the works of researchers focusing on the psychological and pedagogical principles of developing students' information and communication competence in blended learning, specifically in mathematics classes. The conclusion emphasizes that for effective development of information and communication competence in blended learning settings, it is essential to consider cognitive, social, and emotional factors, which will help create a learning environment where students can not only acquire knowledge but also develop their information and communication skills necessary for the modern information society.

PECULIARITIES OF DIAGNOSING AND TREATING PATIENTS WITH PRIMARY ODONTOGENIC MAXILLARY SINUSITIS IN A DENTAL SETTING

This article presents an analytical review of modern approaches to diagnosing and treating patients with odontogenic maxillary sinusitis, often identified during dental appointments. The study is based on the analysis of educational, methodological, scientific, and patent literature to highlight the clinical and therapeutic aspects of this condition. The aim of the study is to determine the key stages in the development of diagnostic methods for odontogenic maxillary sinusitis, assess their effectiveness, and explore their relationship with modern treatment technologies. To achieve this, a patent information search was conducted using the Scopus and PubMed databases. A total of 39 scientific sources were analyzed, the majority of which were international studies. This analysis enabled the systematization of current diagnostic methods, including clinical, radiological, endoscopic, and microbiological approaches, with a focus on their effectiveness. The multidisciplinary approach to treatment, combining dental and otorhinolaryngological specializations, was also considered in order to provide a comprehensive approach to the treatment of patients with odontogenic maxillary sinusitis. The main emphasis was placed on therapeutic strategies and features of their application depending on the type and etiology of the disease. The results of the review confirm that early detection and a comprehensive approach to the treatment of odontogenic maxillary sinusitis are crucial for preventing complications and achieving sustainable clinical outcomes.

Подготовка студентов-филологов к эстетическому воспитанию школьников средствами вожатской практики

The article discusses the preparation of future teachers of the Russian language and literature for the aesthetic education of schoolchildren in the process of practice in summer health camps. The importance of such activities in the preparation of students of philology is emphasized, the types of tasks that can be performed both in the course of preparatory work in the classroom and in the course of practical training are considered. The results of the preparation of students of philology for the aesthetic education of schoolchildren in the process of practical training in summer health camps are presented.

Project activities using creative technologies and artificial intelligence in classes in Russian as a foreign language

The article discusses the place of project activities in the practice of teaching foreign languages and the role of creative technologies and artificial intelligence in teaching Russian as a foreign language, analyzes scientific and educational literature on the implementation of project activities and the introduction of creative technologies and artificial intelligence into the educational process. A technological structure has been developed for a series of classes on Russian as a foreign language for foreign teachers, in which projects of educational media material for students based on storytelling were created using creative technologies and artificial intelligence. Practical experience is given in implementing the technological structure of classes with a group of teachers from different universities in Zimbabwe with a level of Russian language proficiency B1 and higher (11 people in total), who mastered the additional professional development program “Russian language as a language” at the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University. foreign for science, education, culture" (86 hours) from October 27 to November 7, 2023. The results of the pedagogical experiment showed that the use of creative technologies allowed foreign teachers to take a fresh look at their teaching activities, to present in a different way the process of teaching students in their country in the disciplines of natural sciences and engineering and technical profiles, and practical experience in working with neural networks and the chat constructor -bots allowed foreigners to make projects modern, bright, and interesting. The study showed that project activities using creative technologies and artificial intelligence in teaching Russian as a foreign language allow foreign speakers to comprehensively improve their professional and communicative competencies, as well as “soft skills.”