Electronic Resources Research Articles

EDUCATIONAL POTENTIAL OF MASS OPEN ONLINE COURSES (MOOC) IN THE FORMATION OF SPECIALISTS

The article investigates the potential of mass open online courses (MOOCs) in the formation of specialists and identifies the ways to improve the quality of education in an online environment. The possibilities of optimizing teaching methods, course structure, assessment system and interaction between students in the context of MOOCs are investigated. The article includes an overview of previous research in this area, as well as the work of domestic and foreign scientists studying various aspects of MOOCs, including characteristics, student’s satisfaction and pedagogical aspects of MOOC training. The research methodology is based on theoretical methods, such as analysis of scientific and pedagogical sources and generalization of the results of previous studies, as well as empirical methods, including data analysis and research on the practical use of MOOCs. With the rapid development of digital technologies, the question of studying the real number of Internet users in the world and the dynamics of their growth arises. The Worldometers website was used for the study as a reference. With the help of observation and mathematical calculations, the dynamics of changes in the number of Internet users and the number of printed publications in the world have been revealed. The electronic resources of educational institutions of all levels of education that have experience in implementing MOOCs in the educational process are analyzed. The existing digital platforms with mass open online courses in Ukraine are studied. The results of the study are covered in the article. Based on the results of the study, the stages of designing of open online courses have been formed. The article also examines the experience of learning in an online environment by the authors of the article and identifies the differences in the results of theoretical and empirical research. A hypothesis was put forward about the reasons for the difference in the results of the study. In the process of further searching for practical cases of the implementation of MOOCs in the educational process, a successful state project with the best performance indicators was found. Ways to improve the quality of education in the online environment are also identified and proposed. The results of this study can be useful for developing strategies for improving the educational environment and training specialists in Ukraine and abroad.

Formation of the Future Tourism Specialists’ Cultural Experience in the Conditions of the Digital Society

Abstract. The integration of Ukraine into the international tourism space requires the training of future specialists in the field of tourism who are ready to work in the conditions of a digital society on the basis of intercultural dialogue. In this context, the problem of forming their cultural experience on the ground of intercultural communicative interaction with observance of network principles is actualized. The purpose of the article is to study new forms of culture of the electronic type, to analyse the possibilities of introducing digital technologies in the process of forming the cultural experience of future specialists in the sphere of tourism. Research methods were used to achieve the defined goal: system-structural method; abstract-logical; statistical methods; modelling method. Results. Deep structural transformations in the tourism industry are accelerating the pace of transformations of individual and collective cultural practices in which computer visualization is used. It is about the introduction of innovative forms of digital transformation, new Internet technologies, and the construction of cultural practices of spatial mobility into the process of forming the future tourism specialists` cultural experience. Cultural experience involves the creation of effective ways of interacting with the audience using digital means and the implementation of them in the process of professional training. As a result, the hierarchy of values of modern travel in virtual space is changing; new configurations of tourism with elements of digital culture are being formed. The personalization of tourist behaviour models for future specialists in the field of tourism is realized thanks to electronic resources, elements of remote technologies, multimedia equipment that function in the educational environment (MOODLE). Conclusions. The formation of the future tourism specialists` cultural experience in the conditions of the digital society takes place under the conditions of virtual reality of the 21st century, which changes the models of tourist behaviour, makes corrections in individual and collective cultural tourism practices.

Neurodidactic Aspects of Teaching Adults Foreign Languages

Education is among the many spheres of human life that have been totally computerized in today’s society. Computers and digital resources have already become an accepted part of the learning process for all types of educational institutions, from preschools to universities. The article points out the importance of distance learning and Internet platforms as a didactic means of material assimilation, because with their help it is possible for students to independently assimilate the proposed teaching and learning materials within a certain period of time. The manner in which Internet tools are employed should be subjugated to attaining educational objectives and safeguarding the excellence of virtual instruction. In today’s information world saturated with different electronic resources, higher education institutions have to withstand tough competition with different educational centres and platforms providing foreign language learning opportunities. This article presents an overview of educational platforms for foreign language learning (in English). The article aims to demonstrate the wide range of options available on various websites designed for adult learners of foreign languages, while exploring neurodidactic approaches to teaching. The sites analyzed in the article have different methodological bases and have a specific learning goal. The practical experience of using a corporate educational platform in teaching is considered.

The use of electronic educational resources in teaching botany sections

Forthe Republic ofKazakhstan, as a country striving for the development of knowledge and education, the integration of electronic educational resources into the educational system can be an important step in achieving educational goals and training qualified specialists. The use of electronic educational resources in teaching botany sections can have a variety of goals and objectives aimed at improving the learning process and enriching students' knowledge

ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEMS OF "GENDER EQUALITY" IN THE COUNTRIES OF THE MIDDLE EAST AND CENTRAL ASIA

The article presents an analysis of the current state of gender equality in the countries of the Middle East, as well as the problems of implementing gender policy in the region and the prospects for its development. The main method in this work is the analysis of content data of available electronic resources. The authors analyzed socio-cultural and religious factors in the context of historical development, and also carried out a comparative analysis of the state of gender equality in the countries of the region and ways to resolve problems arising from discrimination based on gender. A analysis of the gender situation in the region is given in order to give a general assessment of the state of gender inequality. In addition, some aspects of gender inequality in the countries of Central Asia are analyzed. In the course of the work done, the need to revise the main provisions of the gender policy of the countries and its modernization was identified in order to achieve sustainable gender development.

The formation of foreign language competence of future teachers when working with flash cards

Problem statement . The modernization of higher education is a good ground for the use of electronic resources in ensuring accessibility, continuity and quality of teaching foreign languages. The use of interactive tools (simulators, flash cards, virtual whiteboards) meets the requirements to educational training programs for students of pedagogical directions and the challenges of modern society. A flash card is a card with a word, a concept, an image on one side and a translation on the other. The study aimed at substantiating the effectiveness of the use of flash cards for the formation of foreign language competence of future teachers. Methodology . Theoretical and methodological analysis and generalization were used to determine trends in the development of language education, the inclusion of informatization tools in foreign language activities and professional communication. The online platform Quizlet was chosen to work with ready-made flash cards and to create new thematic sets in digital format. The questions for the control work grouped into two blocks “Digital educational technologies” (50 points) and “Foreign language in professional communication” (50 points) were compiled. The study involved 54 students from Vyatka State University (the direction of 44.03.05 “Pedagogical education”, with two training profiles, bachelor's degree level). Pearson's chi-squared criterion was applied at the stage of statistical processing of the results. Results . The system of working with flash cards in the foreign language professional communication of future teachers is described: the study of the Quizlet functionality, working with ready-made sets of cards, automating and improving lexical units, developing their own thematic sets. In the course of independent work and network collaboration the students of the experimental group used Flashcards, Speller, Scatter, Quizlet Live modes. Statistically significant differences in the qualitative changes that occurred in the level of formation of foreign language competence were determined. Conclusion. The use of flash cards in the preparation of students of pedagogical specialties has a significant didactic potential for the development of their foreign language competence: the effect of immersion, competitiveness and obtaining positive emotions; resources for independent language learning in extracurricular time; overcoming the language barrier in the virtual gaming environment of information interaction. However, there are some drawbacks: monotony of forms for tests, lack of opportunity to practice pronunciation, partial support of operating modes in the mobile version.

Libraries of Higher Education Institutions in the Prevalence of Open Science Practices

The aim of the article is to determine the state and directions for improving the implementation effectiveness of the open science concept in libraries of higher education institutions of Ukraine.
 Research methods. To achieve the set goal and solve the tasks, content analysis, systematic approach, methods of analysis and synthesis, generalization and systematization are used.
 Scientific novelty. On the basis of the formed sample of 12 libraries of Ukrainian higher education institutions (HEIs), the thematic range of electronic resources and services of institutional repositories is identified, as well as the methodical and regulatory support for their functioning is characterized. The article highlights peculiarities of implementing the basic principles of open science by libraries of Ukrainian HEIs, additionally, reveals the reserves for developing an open information space for scientists and education seekers.
 Main conclusions. Based on the analysis of Ukrainian and foreign researchers’ scientific works, the contribution of scholars to the formation of conceptual foundations of open science as a communication phenomenon, which is of key importance for the development of the digital society and knowledge society in total, is established. A number of priority tasks that need to be solved are formulated: improving the means of technological support for institutional repositories; providing libraries of HEIs with open access to subscribed resources and abstract bibliographic databases, as well as collections of digitized publications included in the State Register of National Cultural Heritage of Ukraine; providing educational materials in open access (disciplines programs, lectures notes, meetings protocols, didactic materials, etc.); elaborating and implementing a number of information, library and educational methodologies of scientific interaction with different categories of users. The significance of the resource potential of modern practices in HEIs libraries in prevalencing the achievements of open science is substantiated and summarized; the current state of implementing the open science concept in Ukrainian HEIs is determined. Prospects for further research include testing different aspects of the open access implementation; development of open science tools and services by HEIs libraries.

Students with disabilities perceptions on the library and college: Systematic review and case study

This research provides a case study of students registered with disabilities at one academic institution in Mississippi with three different libraries across all campuses and evaluates the existing literature in library and information science journals on academic libraries and students with disabilities between 2009 and the present. The case study provides findings on not just students with disabilities who are succeeding in a college setting, but students with disabilities who are failing. In the review of the literature, it includes an analysis of the methodologies used to collect data, and the analysis of the types of disabilities being studied along with the spaces or platforms being assessed. Special attention is given to studies using qualitative methods that allow student participants to provide feedback in their own words to provide context to the case study findings provided. Based on the findings, most of the studies utilized accessibility reviews to determine compliance with accepted standards. Studies also tended to prioritize an emphasis on students with visual disabilities, and most studies evaluated virtual spaces and studies. Less than a third of the studies included student viewpoints, which included requests for additional training for librarians, more accessible physical spaces, and more accessible electronic resources.

Administrative and legal principles of the ministry of digital transformation of Ukraine

Introduction. Modern digitization is developing simultaneously along its three key vectors: information society; digital economic relations; e-government. Information processes in modern society encourage central bodies of executive power to update their own activities. The relevance is due to the fact that society's demand for digitization, the opening of national electronic resources and the introduction of electronic services are the main challenges for reforming the state digital policy. One of the rather important steps in the digitalization of society and the state was the creation of the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine in 2019. The goal is to clarify the administrative and legal basis of the activity of the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine. Methods. Theoretical and general scientific (analysis, synthesis, systematization), empirical method. Main results of the research. The article is devoted to a theoretical study of the peculiarities of the administrative and legal foundations of the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine. It was determined that the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine has clearly defined goals, tasks and powers, and justified the implementation of public administration in the field of electronic governance. The tasks of the ministry are systematized according to key areas such as: tasks of state administration; public service tasks; task of stimulating entrepreneurship. The conclusions. The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine is the central certification body in the field of electronic trust services. The development of broadband access to the Internet, telecommunications networks and the IT industry is also within the competence of the Ministry. Having analyzed the tasks and powers of the Ministry of Digital, the main among them are administrative and national ones, which form the main layer of its activity and ensure its essence.

Librarians’ Self-Efficacy in Digital Literacy Skills: An Investigation of Librarians Working in Libraries of Government-Aided Colleges in West Bengal

ABSTRACT This study aimed to assess digital literacy skills possessed by academic librarians working in government-aided degree colleges in West Bengal, India. An online questionnaire was designed using Google Forms to gather data from 176 academic librarians practicing in government-aided degree colleges in West Bengal. The study revealed that the majority of librarians were assessed to be quite competent in subscribing electronic resources, searching and downloading information from several databases. This study also found that the technological adaptation into library management and services integrates e-mail conversations, uploading documents on online platforms, building digital collections, self-archiving, utilization of social networking sites for marketing library services and digital preservation of the library materials. Library website development skills, indexing electronic resources, ability to apply security firewalls and protecting the intellectual property were indicated as average and poor. This is the first study to assess the digital literacy skills of academic librarians working in government-aided degree colleges in West Bengal. The findings may be useful to develop strategies to acquire competent digital skills of LIS professionals.

An inventory of publicly accessible resources on U.S. academic library entrepreneurship research guides

Academic libraries increasingly provide reference and research assistance to student, faculty, staff, and community entrepreneurs and small business owners. Electronic resource license agreements may limit who can use a resource and for what purpose; nonaffiliated community members and institutional affiliates working on commercial ventures are often excluded. This article seeks to establish an inventory of publicly accessible resources that are featured most often on entrepreneurship- and small-business-focused research guides at U.S. universities with the goal of establishing a set of resources from which library workers can draw when creating or revising learning objects and instructional materials for their users.

Pediatric Delirium Educational Tool Development With Intensive Care Unit Clinicians and Caregivers in Canada: Focus Group Study.

Pediatric intensive care unit (PICU)-associated delirium contributes to a decline in postdischarge quality of life, with worse outcomes for individuals with delayed identification. As delirium screening rates remain low within PICUs, caregivers may be able to assist with early detection, for which they need more education, as awareness of pediatric delirium among caregivers remains limited. This study aimed to develop an educational tool for caregivers to identify potential delirium symptoms during their child's PICU stay, educate them on how to best support their child if they experience delirium, and guide them to relevant family resources. Web-based focus groups were conducted at a tertiary pediatric hospital with expected end users of the tool (ie, PICU health care professionals and caregivers of children with an expected PICU length of stay of over 48 h) to identify potential educational information for inclusion in a family resource guide and to identify strategies for effective implementation. Data were analyzed thematically to generate requirements to inform prototype development. Participants then provided critical feedback on the initial prototype, which guided the final design. In all, 24 participants (18 health care professionals and 6 caregivers) attended 7 focus groups. Participants identified five informational sections for inclusion: (1) delirium definition, (2) key features of delirium (signs and symptoms), (3) postdischarge outcomes associated with delirium, (4) tips to inform family-centered care, and (5) education or supportive resources. Participants identified seven design requirements: information should (1) be presented in an order that resembles the structure of the clinical discussion around delirium; (2) increase accessibility, recall, and preparedness by providing multiple formats; (3) aim to reduce stress by implementing positive framing; (4) minimize cognitive load to ensure adequate information processing; (5) provide supplemental electronic resources via QR codes; (6) emphasize collaboration between caregivers and the health care team; and (7) use prompting questions to act as a call to action for caregivers. Key design requirements derived from end-user feedback were established and guided the development of a novel pediatric delirium education tool. Implementing this tool into regular practice has the potential to reduce distress and assist in the early recognition and treatment of delirium in the PICU domain. Future evaluation of its clinical utility is necessary.

Stress protection method for surgical treatment of patients with head and neck cancer

Introduction. The surgical stage of treatment is the most important component of the combined method of treatment in cancer patients. However, it is associated with the development of a number of complications caused by stress. In this regard, the modern concept of an anesthesiological manual should also be aimed at protecting the body from surgical stress, which requires the search and development of new gentle methods of anesthesia.Aim. To provide an overview of modern stress protection methods in anesthesia and consider the role of dalargin with carbohydrate loading as a component of stress protection in oncological surgery.Materials and methods. Using the electronic resources of the PubMed and eLibrary search engines, a literary review of 147 scientific papers over the past 30 years has been conducted, which contain an evidence-based experimental and clinical base on the use of dalargin in medical practice.Results. A systematic review of stress protection methods in anesthesiology is presented. The role of dalargin in anesthesiological practice during surgical treatment in cancer patients, including when performing delayed reconstructions, is shown.Conclusion. The use of dalargin in combination with carbohydrate loading in cancer patients is justified and requires further detailed study. The ability to stimulate endogenous opioid receptors and modulate pain perception, its organoprotective and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as a favorable safety profile make dalargin a valuable addition to the tools for anesthesia in oncology.

Розробка методу забезпечення високої доступності для програмного забезпечення управління конфігураціями

The article proposes its own method of providing high availability for configuration management software. The current state of the electronic resources management sphere was examined, the reasons for the use of automation tools were provided. The advantages of using configuration management software were analyzed, examples of using Infrastructure as Code and GitOps approaches to automate the deployment and scaling of electronic resources were given. The existing methods of ensuring high availability were analyzed. The development of our own method of ensuring high availability was carried out. The resulting method of providing high availability is based on the Raft consensus algorithm and the software system clustering approach and extends them with its own solutions. The algorithm of the proposed method was developed, the resulting flowchart of the algorithm and individual steps of its implementation were described in detail. The efficiency of the developed method was evaluated. An a priori ranking of a number of factors that evaluate the effectiveness of automatic recovery strategies and methods was conducted. The analysis of the results has shown that the proposed method implements the most important factors for experts, and in terms of RTO and RPO, the method can work on a par with existing popular disaster recovery strategies.

Електронни ресурси в обучението по български език като чужд на медицински специалисти

This article examines electronic resources in teaching good pedagogical practices in Bulgarian as a foreign language to medical professionals. The study is based on practical fieldwork with medical professionals who take written and oral examination to establish their proficiency in the Bulgarian language and in the pre-clinical and clinical terminology required for the practice of the medical profession in Bulgaria. The subject is focused on the strategies for creating the professional vocabulary of the medics and its enrichment; good pronunciation, handling grammatical material; communication skills - solving problems, medical specialist-patient dialogues, dialogues between colleagues, medical deductions, giving advice on treatment and prevention, instructions; keeping medical records; the combination of different functional styles - conversational, academic and formal.

INCONSISTENT REALITIES OF ONLINE-EDUCATION

The article discusses some issues related to the transformation of the education system, which is largely due to the penetration of digital tools into the educational environment. The demand for IT technologies is emphasized, on the one hand, by the requirements of digitalization of the economy, which needs highly qualifi ed information specialists, and on the other hand, by methodological and didactic teaching practices, which are largely based on the use of electronic resources. The analysis of the contradictory nature of online education is given, the positive and negative consequences of its use in the educational process are investigated, its role in the processes of adaptation to the rapidly changing social and educational context is considered, its importance as the most important factor of socialization is emphasized. It is emphasized that distance learning is not only qualitatively new, but also a suffi ciently productive and fl exible form of learning that can be applied in various educational settings, and this is its universality. Attention is drawn to the fact that the success and relevance of distance education depend on the degree of use of traditional forms of education, the use of educational methods and practices that have become classical. The role of digitalization in strengthening the processes associated with the individualization of learning is emphasized, which is dictated by the requirements of industry 4.0. Digitalization creates conditions for self-realization, the formation of a space of competencies and skills that are in demand in post-industrial times. At the same time, negative psycho-emotional consequences of excessive fascination with IT tools are revealed, which often become mechanisms of manipulation of individual and collective consciousness. These problems taken together determine the objectives of the study – to draw attention to the ambiguous nature of online education, to show its relevance to the realities of socio-economic and educational time, to demonstrate the benefi ts and advantages that are provided by real-time learning, but based on the use of electronic resources. Being essentially an innovative pedagogical practice, distance learning meets the requirements of a transforming education system in which increased attention is paid to the issues of individualization of learning. Personalization as one of the leading trends allows us to expand the range of additional knowledge, as well as digital competencies demanded by modern modernization processes, which are somehow caused by the digitalization of the economy. The results of the study allow us to identify objective factors contributing to the disclosure of the contradictory nature of online education, the defi nition of the main trends in its development, the need to use it as an educational technology. The scientifi c novelty consists in identifying and analyzing those factors that ensure the effectiveness of digitalization of education, taking into account its possible consequences.

Distance Learning: Issues and Ways to Overcome Them

This paper explores the concept of "distance learning" and theoretical and practical approaches to studying the problems that arise for academic and educational professionals, as well as higher education students, when implementing distance learning technologies in the educational process of higher education institutions. Based on the results of our research, the advantages and problems of distance learning that affect the success of education in higher education institutions are justified and summarized, including technical, psycho-pedagogical, organizational, managerial, and others. The combination of this type of learning with traditional methods allows time for obtaining, exchanging, and processing acquired educational information and completing tasks. It also provides opportunities for better communication, socialization, collaborative work between teachers and higher education students, and receiving assistance when needed.
 Promising directions for improving distance learning have been identified: ensuring reliable internet connectivity for all participants in the educational process, creating accessible basic content for educators with the use of quality scientific and methodological support, utilizing modern information technologies, effective teaching methods, and electronic resources that consider the specifics of the distance format, and enhancing the professional development of academic and educational professionals.

CZECH CIVIL GENEALOGY IN THE PAST QUARTER CENTURY

This study explores the transformation of genealogy in the Czech Republic from 1997 to 2022, with a strong focus on the significance of electronic sources. While traditionally limited to the nobility, genealogy has become widely accessible to the civilian population thanks to the internet and the digitization of records. The availability of online tools and websites has made archival materials and family tree creation convenient for the public. Looking ahead, the integration of genealogy with digital science is expected to continue. It is necessary to emphasize the critical need for education at all levels to ensure responsible research and data sharing, especially in the era of electronic resources.

УСПЕШНОЕ ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ МЕТОДА ПОЛИМИКСИНОВОЙ СОРБЦИИ ЭНДОТОКСИНА В КОМПЛЕКСНОЙ ТЕРАПИИ ПАЦИЕНТКИ С ГРАМОТРИЦАТЕЛЬНЫМ СЕПСИСОМ ПРИ ПОЗДНЕМ ИНФИЦИРОВАННОМ ВЫКИДЫШЕ

Abstract. Introduction. Sepsis is one of the most serious problems of modern obstetrics, accounting for 11% of the overall structure of maternal mortality. One of the main initial causes of sepsis is endotoxin having diverse biological effects. Moreover, during sepsis development, endotoxin directly or indirectly leads to irreversible and often life-incompatible damage to organs. Columns for direct hemoperfusion with polymyxin B are used for extracorporeal endotoxin removal. Aim: Reviewing the literature on using columns with polymyxin B in sepsis treatment and describing our own clinical observation of maternal sepsis. Materials and Methods. Review of publications in electronic resources, such as PubMed, eLibrary, EMBASE, and Google Scholar. This article presents a clinical case of successful sepsis treatment during late infected miscarriage in a young patient. Results and Discussion. Currently published systematic reviews and meta- analyses prove the reduction of mortality in patients with sepsis/septic shock. A 39-year-old patient was admitted with signs of chorioamnionitis and incipient miscarriage at 20-21 weeks of pregnancy. After the delivery of a dead fetus, the picture of sepsis and septic shock developed. Removal of the uterus as the primary source of infection did not improve the woman’s condition. Positive changes were only observed after having applied the polymyxin sorption of endotoxin. This new advanced technology in medicine, thanks to the timely use, correct dose, and duration of hemoperfusion with polymyxin B, made it possible to remove bacterial endotoxins safely and effectively from the blood, which led to the successful sepsis therapy. Conclusions. Thanks to the coordinated actions of a multidisciplinary team of highly qualified specialists and the timely administration of adequate therapy, it was possible to save the patient’s life, thus preventing her from maternal mortality.

Архитектурные мотивы в ювелирном искусстве XX — первой четверти XXI века

Throughout the history of jewellery, craftspeople have appealed to architectural motifs in the composition of church utensils or jewellery. In different historical periods, this process developed in accordance with the aesthetic requirements of the time, the peculiarities of the artistic and stylistic development of art in general and jewellery in particular. As a result, a number of certain artistic techniques have been formed; they were used by masters in past eras and are used by modern artists and jewellers, as well as architects and designers working in this field of decorative art. This article is devoted to the analysis of the formation and development of these artistic and stylistic techniques at the present stage. This topic has not yet been adequately reflected in scientific literature. The research problem is only mentioned in general works of foreign and Russian researchers on various historical periods (to a greater or lesser extent). Most interest in the topic is shown by bloggers who popularize certain brands or master jewellers in various electronic resources. In the first quarter of the 21st century, the appeal to architectural motifs as a key element of artistic, figurative, and compositional solutions in jewellery became very widespread both in the luxury segment and in the author’s jewellery art. This article is the first experience of art criticism research on this artistic and stylistic phenomenon. The research uses descriptive, formal, stylistic, and comparative methods. As a result, the author of the article identifies and formulates the main methods of using architectural motifs in the compositional, artistic, and figurative solutions in works of modern author’s jewellery art.