Educational Process Research Articles

FUNCTIONAL MODEL OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE PRIMARY CLASS TEACHERS AND ITS COMPONENT STRUCTURE

In this article, the functional model of the development of professional competence of primary school teachers and its structural structure are studied. The success of a teacher in his professional activity is one of the main requirements of the modern educational process and depends on his competence. Therefore, the main aspects of creating a functional model for the development of the professional competence of primary school teachers and its improvement have been revealed. The article talks about the structure of this model, its components and their interdependence, as well as ways to improve the teacher's professional skills. This model serves to modernize the education system and improve the quality of primary education.

Psychological and pedagogical classes in the system of continuous education: search for the optimal model

Introduction. The development of a regional network of psychological and pedagogical classes (PPC) is of particular relevance due to the worsening shortage of teaching staff. Currently, the most widespread are the intra-school, network and resource models of PPC. At the same time, universities providing scientific and methodological support for teaching and training courses are searching for an optimal model of their organization that would combine the most strengths of established models. Novgorod State University is implementing a cluster model of PPC. The purpose of the article is to study the specifics and effectiveness of the cluster model of psychological and pedagogical classes. Materials and methods. Using theoretical methods (analysis and synthesis of scientific literature, historical and pedagogical analysis of scientific sources on the research problem, comparison of the essence of various PPC models), a study was conducted that made it possible to identify the features of the PPC cluster model. In order to identify the dynamics of students' ideas about the teaching profession and their assessment of various forms of education, a survey of 124 schoolchildren was conducted. To determine the methods of forming PPC and organizing the educational process in these classes, interviews were conducted with the heads of 13 schools in the Novgorod region, for which a standardized interview was developed. Results. The study theoretically substantiates the cluster model of PPC, which integrates elements of traditional PPC models into a single construct. In this model, the university acts as a resource scientific and methodological center, which, in cooperation with the subjects of the pedagogical cluster, conducts educational intensives and specialized shifts with students aimed at developing students’ primary skills in teaching professional activities. The results of the survey recorded a positive trend in schoolchildren’s attitude towards the teaching profession. After completing the first year of study, the number of students with a positive image of the teaching profession increased by 21%. 83.9% of respondents gave a high rating to various forms of training in the PPC. During interviews, school leaders confirmed the effectiveness of the cluster model of organizing educational training, especially noting the effectiveness of educational intensives and specialized shifts, as well as the additional educational program implemented by the university. Conclusion. The study confirmed the effectiveness of an integrated system of scientific and methodological support for psychological and pedagogical classes, which was formed at the intersection of educational, regional pedagogical and university pre-professional clusters. The cluster model proposed by Novgorod State University has significant integration potential and assumes a wide range of interaction between various subjects of the territorial educational system.

Psycho-semantic analysis of job advertisements as a communicative tool of educational marketing

Introduction. The relevance of the study of job advertisements for teachers and psychologists is associated with the need to find tools for regulating communication within the modern educational environment with dynamic, constantly changing working conditions. The publication of employer requirements sets the direction for changing the criteria for the success of the specialist, which changes the entire educational environment. The purpose of the study: to identify the categorical semantic structure of job advertisements for teachers (using the example of the "Infrastructure of Scientific Research Data" platform). Materials and methods. The object of the study was a corpus of teacher job vacancies from the "Infrastructure of Scientific Research Data" platform, published in 2023 in 83 regions of Russia (5561 vacancies). The job postings included descriptions of candidate requirements, information about the offered salary, and the region in which the vacancy was available. As a comparison group, a corpus of psychologist job vacancies (2076 vacancies) was considered. The following methods were used in the study: 1) Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) method for identifying and analyzing the structure of requirements presented in teacher and psychologist job vacancies; 2) Term Frequency-Inverse Document Frequency (TF-IDF) method for categorical semantic analysis of the structure of teacher and psychologist job vacancies and description of the semantic framework (frame) of the job description; 3) Descriptive statistical methods for analyzing the needs of professionals in helping professions in different regions of Russia and the conditions offered to them. The results of the study. The regions of the Russian Federation with the greatest need for teachers and psychologists have been identified. Based on the statistical significance in the collection of text documents, the most demanded skills of teachers by employers are identified: methodological development and design of an individual educational route (0.167), work with children with disabilities (0.144), organization of the educational process (0.089). For vacancies of psychologists, the most significant were: work on investigative actions (0.319), methodical work in an educational organization (0.187), psychological and pedagogical support for successful development and training (0.129). The main meanings governing professional pedagogical activity are more focused on meta-skills based on the values of inclusion and continuous improvement of education, as well as on flexible skills (Soft skills) that increase competitiveness in various fields of pedagogical activity. In the vacancies of psychologists, professional skills (Hard skills) are relevant, applicable in specific areas, which somewhat narrows the scope of professional implementation. Conclusion. The results of the empirical study allow for considering job vacancy advertisements as one of the communicative tools of educational marketing. Analyzing the significant professional skills from the employer's perspective will enable the development of recommendations for the development of professional communication for teachers, which can be considered in the system of continuous professional education, as well as in regulating interaction within the educational environment. Automated analysis of job vacancies can become a successful interactive diagnostic tool for educational marketing, necessary for the development of the educational space and the improvement of the competitiveness of educational institutions.

Fairy-tale texts as a means of teaching foreign-language reading in primary school. Part 2

The problem for the research. Teaching foreign languages in primary school is aimed at a harmonious development of a pupil’s personality. One of fruitful ways to achieve this goal is reading and discussing foreign-language fairy-tales. The problem of this study is related to the search for methods of using fairy-tale texts as an effective means of developing communicative skills and all spheres of a younger student’s personality. Methods of investigation. Experimental work on teaching reading of foreign-language fairy-tale texts in primary school was organized and conducted on the basis of Gymnasium No. 46 in Kirov, Russian Federation (52 pupils of grades 4 “A” and 4 “B”). Foreign-language fairy-tale texts are selected and organized, sets of exercises of an emotional and value character are constructed, aimed at achieving subject, meta-subject and personal learning results in a trinity; criteria and levels of their assessment are developed. The findings of the study. At the end of the experimental work, an increase in the subject results of teaching foreign-language reading was noted in 21 % of pupils of the experimental group and only in 10% of students of the control group. According to meta-subject results, the data are 23% and 16%, respectively, and 27% and 8% for personal results. The calculation of the G-criterion of signs shows that at the end of the creative experiment in the experimental group GEMP. ≤ GCR. (0 ≤ 5) for subject and meta-subject and 0 ≤ 6 for personal results. Consequently, the improvement in the performance of the experimental group students is not due to accidental circumstances, but to the conduct of experiential teaching. Conclusions. The theoretical justification and approbation of foreign fairy-tale texts in the educational process of primary school, as well as a set of exercises of an emotional and value nature for teaching reading, make it possible to assume that fairy tales are an effective means of a harmonious development of a younger student’s personality.

Peculiarities of tolerance to uncertainty in students at different stages of education: the contribution of dispositional hope and optimism

Introduction. The rapidly changing conditions of modern society are characterized by a certain degree of unpredictability. A person's success and well-being depend on his ability to accept challenges and adapt to a transforming world. Modern research focuses on the study of various factors influencing an individual’s tolerance to uncertainty. However, not enough attention is paid to the consideration of dispositional hope and optimism as predictors of this phenomenon. The purpose of the study is to study the characteristics of dispositional hope and optimism as predictors of tolerance to uncertainty in students and to establish the direction of connections between the studied characteristics, taking into account age and gender. Materials and methods. The study involved 191 1st and 5th year students of the St. Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering (Russian Federation). Methods: «Uncertainty Tolerance Scale, MSTAT-I» by D. McLane, adapted by E. G. Lukovitskaya, E. N. Osina, «Dispositional Hope Scale (ADHS)» adapted by K. Muzdybaev, «Optimism and Activity» questionnaire (Arousability and Optimism Scale, AOS) Schuller, A. Comunian adapted by N. E. Vodopyanova. Results. It was found that 1st year students show a higher level of tolerance to uncertainty (46,2±11,4) than 5th year students (42,3±11,0). 1st and 5th year boys have a higher tolerance for uncertainty than 1st and 5th year girls. Among 1st and 5th year boys, «activity» (B=1,55; p ≤ 0,001, respectively B=1,24; p≤0,01) and «optimism» (В=1,81; р≤0,03, respectively B=1,62; p≤0,001). The greatest predictors of tolerance to uncertainty among first-year girls are the «integral index of hope» (B=0,84; p≤0,01), «ability to find ways» (B=0,59; p≤0,01) and «activity» (B=2,16; p≤0,001) By the 5th year, girls’ tolerance to situations of uncertainty decreases and hope for a better future disappears. Conclusion. The results of the study contribute to the understanding of the influence of hope and optimism on the development of tolerance to uncertainty. Integration into the educational process of programs aimed at developing tolerance to uncertainty using positive thinking methods can have a positive impact on the future professional activities of future specialists.

Knowledge transfer, not just true beliefs: virtue epistemology as a philosophical basis for education

Introduction. Modern pedagogical practice is being reformed due to systemic changes in the ways of social interaction. Knowledge transfer is being significantly modified under the influence of technical innovations, although it remains traditionally one of the main tasks of the educational process. The development of artificial intelligence, neural networks and other analytical computer systems shows that propositional knowledge is not the privilege of the human mind. This state of affairs changes the idea of knowledge as such. In this regard, the participants of the educational process face the task of revising the philosophical basis of modern learning in terms of finding a new definition of knowledge. It is also necessary to develop new methodological recommendations that would correspond to modern epistemological theories of knowledge, belief and understanding. Materials and research methods. The article uses the methods of conceptual analysis and comparative study characteristic of philosophy. The research materials are sources on theory of knowledge, education and also on applied epistemology. Results. Virtue epistemology is one of the most actively developing theories of knowledge in contemporary philosophy and humanities. It is based on the idea that knowledge cannot be an accidental belief, but must be the merit of a cognitive agent. This approach solves many problems of the philosophical theory of knowledge and creates a subjectoriented view of the nature of the cognitive process. This attitude allows us to use virtue epistemology in debates about applied issues, including those related to the explanation of the tasks and content of education. Discussion. A feature of the analysis within virtue epistemology is attention to cognitive skills (reliabilism) and sustained intellectual dispositions (responsibilism) in their relationship to the process of formation of true beliefs. Virtue epistemology defines knowledge through the notion of merit in the manifestation of subjective qualities, so the student's motivation and the context of belief formation should be taken into account when developing specific methodological recommendations. Such an approach explains why standardized testing cannot serve as the sole and primary means of assessing learners. At the same time, the general semantic peculiarity of the notions of virtue allows us to appeal to examples of individuals as ideal types of certain qualities (this is called exemplarism). At the same time, it is necessary to explain why these traits are the excellences that make their bearer better in epistemic terms. Conclusion. In explaining the knowledge transfer, pedagogy can be based on the philosophical principles of virtue epistemology. Such integration enriches both disciplines: pedagogy gets a conceptual scheme adequate to the modern social and technological situation, and epistemology gets a practical application.

Cardiological and Psychophysiological Reaction of Schoolchildren with Different Types of Central Gemodynamics to Prolonged Physical Activity

The present paper considers the issues of optimizing the construction of a lesson of recreational physical education by differentiating the load on the basis of data on the physical fitness of students. It also touches upon the question of the response of stress-realizing systems of schoolchildren to the physical work performed. The aim of the study is to investigate the cardiologic and psychophysiologic response of schoolchildren with different types of central hemodynamics to prolonged physical workload. Methodology. Cardiologic and psychophysiologic parameters of 74 male students aged 12–13 years were studied. The sample included only practically healthy individuals without severe chronic and acute diseases. All students were divided into three groups by physical fitness (based on the results of the PWC170 test) and three subgroups by the type of central hemodynamics (according to N.N. Savitsky: hypokinetic, eukinetic, hyperkinetic). Heart rate and attention response to running exercise of different durations with excellent rest intervals and response were evaluated. Conclusion. The results obtained indicate different reactions of schoolchildren with different types of central hemodynamics to prolonged physical load: the hypokinetic type had stable heart rate values during the load, better recovery after the load and the least decrease in attention according to the B. Bourdon test. The hyperkinetic type, on the contrary, had unstable dynamics of heart rate during exercise, the lowest rate of heart rate recovery and a pronounced decrease in attention. The eukinetic type had average performance on all tests. The results of the study can be used as a tool to optimize the methodology of the educational process through the most effective dosing of the load.

MAXSUS TA’LIM TIZIMIDA EKOLOGIK TA’LIM-TARBIYaGA QO‘YILADIGAN TALABLAR

In this article, the requirements for environmental education in special schools, principles of environmental education, consistent and effective methods of environmental education, educational process of visually impaired, hearing impaired and mentally retarded students, knowledge of ecology It has been analyzed the work that should be done in the acquisition of culture and skills, ecological culture, methods of ecological activity, its corrective development and the formation of personal qualities.

Forming inflection and word-formation operations in preschoolers with mental retardation

Introduction. At the present stage of societal development, great attention is paid to issues affecting the psychological and pedagogical support in the educational process of children with disabilities. One general pattern of dysontogenetic development is violation of speech mediation. The most important areas of assistance to children with special educational needs are: identifying speech defect specifics and creating additional special conditions that will facilitate assimilation of educational programs and the social development of each student’s personality. The study aims to develop and test a program for forming inflection and word-formation operations in preschoolers with mental retardation. Materials and methods. The study involved 92 preschoolers aged 6-7 with mental retardation. The research methods were: Methodology of psycholinguistic study of oral speech disorders in children by R.I. Lalaeva, Diagnostics of oral speech of children aged 4-7 by N.V. Nishcheva; mathematical statistics: χ2-Pearson criterion. Results. The ascertaining experiment showed that preschoolers with mental retardation are characterized by predominantly low level of formation of inflection and word-formation operations. Specific difficulties were identified: omission or incorrect use of prepositions in speech; errors in changing nouns in indirect cases; deficiencies in the agreement of an adjective with a noun in the neuter gender; lexical substitutions of nouns, verbs when forming new words using suffixes and prefixes; replacement and incorrect use of suffixes while forming relative and possessive adjectives, etc. After the formative experiment, significant shifts occurred both in the level of noun inflection operations (χ2 = 19.739; p ≤ 0.05) where the number of children at a low level decreased from 64% to 32%, and in the level of verb word-formation operations (χ2 = 30.61; p ≤ 0.05) where the number of children at an average level increased from 39% to 58%. Conclusion. Preschoolers with mental retardation experience difficulties in grammatically designing speech utterances. The data obtained in the experiment show that speech difficulties are due to the delayed development of inflection and word-formation operations and the qualitative peculiarity of the manifestation of the defect. Studying grammatical operations in young children with mental retardation and the specifics of the manifestation of this disorder in written speech is a promising further direction.

Assessment of the use of game technologies by teachers of educational organizations in career guidance work

Introduction. A significant contribution to the modern educational process of educational organizations is made by game technologies used by teachers for various purposes and contexts. As part of the study, we set ourselves the task of identifying game technologies that, from the point of view of teachers of educational organizations, are most effective for career guidance. In addition, based on the results of the study, we will be able to judge, in general, the activity of educational organizations implementing such an instrument as social partnership in the field of education of children, adolescents and youth. The purpose of this article is to identify and scientifically substantiate the use of gaming technologies by teachers of educational organizations in career guidance work. Materials and methods. 264 people took part in the survey: teachers of educational institutions from 10 regions of the Russian Federation. In the course of the study, the authors applied a set of theoretical, practical and mathematical research methods, such as: a survey using semi-closed and closed questions, registration, rating assessment, data generalization, statistical data processing, mathematical data processing. The results of the study. The study showed that, from the point of view of teachers of educational organizations, business, role-playing, board and intellectual games are effective for career guidance and are in demand by them. More than 90% of respondents use gaming technologies in career guidance work with students, but about 8% of respondents never do it. Most of the survey participants note an average level of methodological competence in the field of using board games in career guidance work with students, more than 16% rate their level as low. Most of the survey participants note the average level of effectiveness of using board games in career guidance work with students, about 6% do not understand the importance of this pedagogical tool in career guidance work, however, more than 30% of teachers rate board games highly. The majority of respondents noted the insufficient or completely absent equipment of educational institutions with board career guidance games, as well as the need and demand for the use of a database of board career guidance games. Conclusion. Based on the results of the survey of teachers, the following recommendations were given: to ensure that educational organizations are equipped with sets of tabletop career guidance games; to expand and deepen teachers' ideas about the possibilities of using board games in career guidance work and increase their level of professional training in this area; to use board games more actively when organizing career guidance work in educational organizations; to create an up-to-date, constantly updated database these board career guidance games and provide access to it to all teachers of educational organizations.

The alpha generation in the face of learning technologies

Different generations have different characteristics. The Baby Boomers Generation presents linear reasoning, following all stages of learning. Generation X adapts easily to technology. Generation Z, born in the late 90s and early 2000s, is the first to be born in a mostly digital and connected era. The Alpha Generation, made up of children born since 2010, was also born in the digital era, but their relationship with technology is much greater, as its use is intuitive. This bibliographical study aims to highlight the profile of the Alpha generation, its characteristics and its conduct towards the educational process, as well as the teaching and learning process of this new generation, which is characterized by immersion in digital technologies, investigating the emotional and social presence in it. The study shows that school spaces, public and private, must invest in technological resources and specialized professionals to promote quality education through digital media, as it will be imperative that new generations, from Alpha onwards, will be increasingly immersed in the context of digital technology.

Optimization of Digital Media Utilization for Anti-Bullying Campaigns Among Generation Z

Digital learning media based on applications are rarely found in anti-bullying education, yet the impact of using such learning tools cannot be underestimated. Therefore, this study aims to develop a digital learning media product based on an application to promote anti-bullying among Generation Z in junior high schools. This research adopts a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the ADDIE model, focusing on the process of producing application-based digital learning media suitable for educational purposes. The research subjects consist of media experts, content experts, and the director of the Children's Care Foundation (KAKAK) in Surakarta. Data collection techniques involved media validation questionnaires, which were then analyzed using percentages and described to provide an overview of the suitability level of this media. The research results show that the average validation results were 88%, while the average results from content were 87%. After validation, this digital media fall into the 'Very Good' qualification. Therefore, based on assessments from media experts, content experts, and the director of the KAKAK Foundation, it is concluded that this application-based digital learning media product is categorized as 'feasible' for use as an alternative learning medium in promoting anti-bullying in junior high schools. The existence of this media is evidently an innovative learning tool that enriches the process of anti-bullying education.

The effectiveness of nursing education using immersive virtual reality or augmented reality: Systematic review and meta-analysis

Purpose: This study aims to comprehensively assess the characteristics and effectiveness of immersive virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) in nursing education among nursing students and nurses.Methods: A thorough search was conducted in seven databases (PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, RISS, KMbase, and KoreaMed) for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published in English or Korean before February 20, 2024. The quality of the included RCTs was assessed using the revised Cochrane Risk of Bias tool for randomized trials. A random-effects model was applied for the meta-analysis using Review Manager 5.4.Results: Out of the 15,840 studies extracted, ten were selected. Of those ten, the majority (six, 60%) were conducted on education dealing with specific nursing situations. In addition to the use of immersive VR or AR during nursing education, lectures, debriefing, and discussion processes were applied together, and device usage orientation was also provided. The meta-analyses showed that immersive VR or AR in nursing education significantly improved knowledge (standardized mean difference, SMD=2.64; 95% confidence interval, 95% CI=1.10~4.17) and skills (SMD=0.58, 95% CI=0.02~1.15).Conclusion: Immersive VR or AR in nursing education can effectively enhance knowledge and skills. However, for their development and implementation, various factors should be considered, and these findings are expected to provide valuable evidence regarding that concern.

Current Awareness and Knowledge of Heavy Metals

This review discusses public health hazards associated with environmental heavy metals, focusing on those that are especially toxic and persistent: lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, chromium, copper, nickel, and zinc. Most of the discussion in this review is devoted to identifying potential routes of exposure and the potential health effects that these metals might pose. In addition, the effectiveness of educational programs is considered, together with demographic factors influencing public knowledge. The methodology includes a detailed literature review to highlight gaps in knowledge and the impacts of the education process. The preliminary findings show very limited knowledge among the public about the risks from toxic metals, especially among children and people working in the industrial sectors. Notwithstanding the aforementioned educational initiatives, there is still a greater need for further intervention strategies to increase awareness and ensure safety. Further, the review shows a lack of concerted efforts on strategies aimed at reducing heavy metal toxicity, including chelation therapy, phytoremediation, and advanced techniques like electro sorption and nanotechnology. The text further examines the efficacy of dietary selections and supplements as natural detoxification techniques that could assist the body in expelling these harmful substances. The study thus concludes emphatically that mitigating the risks of exposure to heavy metals requires increasing public awareness and education, imposing strict regulations on emissions from industries, and involving the community. Policymakers, educators, and health professionals must be unified on a single platform to spread awareness about effective remediation and natural detoxification methodologies. Heavy metals largely threaten human health and ecosystems, so the protection of human health and the maintenance of ecosystems require a comprehensive approach.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Educational System

The way we teach and learn could be completely transformed by artificial intelligence (AI), which could make the process more efficient, personalized, and interesting. Artificial intelligence (AI) in education is the application of AI technologies, like natural language processing and machine learning, to improve the educational process. Through the use of algorithms, teachers are able to customize learning for each student by analyzing data, finding trends, and making predictions. Artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on education have gained widespread attention because of ChatGPT's impressive performance on standardized academic assessments. For the development and implementation of AI-driven technologies in schools, colleges, and universities to be sustainable, a thorough knowledge of their effects on the current educational system is needed. The application of AI in education has a lot of potential advantages. One of the biggest benefits of AI in education is personalized learning, which allows students to learn at their own pace and in a fashion that best fits their learning preferences. This can improve student results. Chatbots, automated grading and evaluation, and intelligent tutoring systems can boost productivity, free up teachers' time, and deliver more precise and consistent feedback. Some of the challenges that need to be resolved are potential bias, cost, lack of confidence, and privacy and security concerns. AI can improve data analysis, empowering teachers to make facts-based decisions. There are some impacts of artificial intelligence in educational system that are covered in this review. These are the applications of artificial intelligence in automated assessment, intelligent tutoring systems, personalized learning, and collaborative teacher-student learning.

The Role of Digital Educational Platforms in Shaping New Models of Economic Development

The article explores the role of digital educational platforms in shaping new economic development models, addressing the current challenges in the global economy. The study aims to analyze how these platforms impact human capital development and innovation ecosystems. Using analysis, modeling, and comparative methods, the research examines the interactions among participants in the educational process and their effects on economic growth. The findings reveal that digital educational platforms facilitate the creation of integrated ecosystems that bring together businesses, educational institutions, and regulators, thereby fostering economic activity driven by knowledge and innovation. The study illustrates the system of interaction between participants within a digital educational, highlighting how these platforms streamline and integrate educational processes into modern society, where universities are evolving into centers not only for knowledge accumulation and transfer but also for its commercialization. In this context, two global information systems are increasingly in demand: digital educational platforms and an innovation ecosystem organized by industry or region. The article characterizes key aspects of human capital development and the enhancement of economic competitiveness through the use of digital platforms. It offers recommendations for integrating these technologies into global educational processes and assesses their potential impact on sustainable economic development. The practical value of the study lies in its potential to guide the development of strategies for advancing digital education. The originality of the research is highlighted by its identification of new forms of economic activities emerging from interactions within digital educational platforms. Future research prospects include examining how digital educational platforms affect various socio-economic groups. Type of article: theoretical.

Prospects for innovative development of the Russian oil and gas complex in the context of modern challenges

The purpose of the article is to study the opportunities of innovative development of the Russian oil and gas complex amid current challenges. The subject of the article is modern features of functioning of the Russian oil and gas sector. As a methodology, it is necessary to high-light the analysis of Internet resources and articles relevant to the research topic, statistical data, their synthesis and generalisation. Among the main results of the work we will indicate structuring sanctions in terms of the direction of impact on innovation activities, identifying opportunities and prospects for innovative development of companies in the oil and gas sector in the current conditions. The results obtained can be applied as part of assessing the prospects with consideration to the modern situation and in the educational process. The directions for further research on a given topic include studying the operating features of companies of various sizes during their activities as well as identifying the most effective technological designs that can be used in the industry, including domestic ones. We have made the following main conclusions. Firstly, the impact of the sanctions is aimed largely at the technological development of oil and gas companies. Secondly, the prohibitive measures have stimulated the use and implementation of domestic innovations. Thirdly, the application of new decisions makes it possible to optimise the processes of the technological development, including those that until recently were determined to be unprofitable. Fourthly, innovations help to increase the number of organisations in the oil and gas sector by involving small-sized companies whose activities cover a minor segment that is not attractive to large corporations.

Exploring Personality Traits, Values, and Attitudes toward Professionalism: Implications for the Promotion of Mental Health and Functioning in Medical Students.

Healthcare workers face significant mental health challenges, including stress, burnout, and psychological distress, leading to high rates of mental health symptoms and even suicide attempts, as well as an increase in medication errors and unprofessional behavior. Targeted interventions are needed to address these issues. However, promoting healthier traits in medical students or refining selection could also prove beneficial, as research shows that mental health is significantly influenced by personality traits and personal values. This study examines the relationship between personality traits, values, and attitudes toward professionalism among medical students in Slovenia. A total of 996 participants were examined in three data collections from the academic years 2015-2016 to 2019-2020 using the Big Five Questionnaire, the Personal Values Scale, and the Attitude Toward Professionalism Scale. Hierarchical linear regression analysis was conducted to examine the factors associated with professionalism. The results showed that attitudes toward professionalism were stable over the years, with higher scores consistently associated with the female gender, agreeableness, and conscientiousness. Conversely, material value orientation had a negative impact on professionalism. In addition, we examine the associations between mental health and personality traits, personal values, and attitudes toward professionalism to illustrate the importance of selecting and nurturing medical students, based on traits that promote mental health and professional behavior. These findings may lead to improvements in medical education and selection processes to improve the well-being and functioning of future medical professionals.

Development of a method for assessing the level of digital competencies of higher education teachers based on the calculation of the multidimensional polytope volume

The object of the study is the method for assessing the level of digital competencies of higher education teachers. Teachers with a high level of digital competencies can create more interactive, interesting and more effective learning materials, which has a positive impact on education quality. The ability to ensure the continuity and quality of the educational process in remote conditions is relevant. To improve the qualification level of teachers, it is necessary to form a measuring system of indicators. A method for calculating the potential for changing the digital competency level was developed and trajectories of forming digital competencies of higher education teachers based on the project-vector methodology were formed. The method was implemented and verified as part of the state project in the Republic of Kazakhstan with the participation of the Higher Education Development National Center and Astana IT University. Testing of 62 teachers of Astana IT University, Karaganda Buketov University and Toraighyrov University was taken as a basis. The analysis involved measuring the achievement of their competency level in four categories: didactic, design, monitoring, and personal. The results obtained allow a systematic approach to the process of assessing and forming the competencies of higher education teachers. The result obtained is due to integrating the project-vector management methodology into the process of digital competency assessment. The value of the method is the possibility of using it both personally by teachers to track the level of competency achievement, and by the management of higher educational institutions for motivation and when signing contracts. In the future, the results of the pilot project are planned to be distributed to other higher education institutions in the Republic of Kazakhstan. And then extend its results to higher education institutions in Central Asia and Eastern Europe

Pengenalan Struktur Tumbuhan dan Fungsi Tumbuhan Berbasis Video Animasi 2D

Learning videos are a medium or tool used in the educational process to convey information, concepts or learning materials to students using visual and audio elements. The aim of this design is to make teaching and learning activities enjoyable and effective. This learning video was made using Adobe After Effects to create the animation. The design of this learning video uses the ADDIE method. Then to collect data using a questionnaire with 6 question indicators, from the 6 question indicators a score of 57.5% was obtained, so it can be concluded that this learning animation video can be said to be successful and able to help in teaching and learning activities at MIM Pundungrejo. , Tawangsari, Sukoharjo. This 2D animated learning video contains roots, stems, leaves, fruit and flowers. This design aims to make students interested in studying and knowing the structure of plants and their functions in everyday life.