High Professional Level Research Articles

The history of the development of French Savat boxing

This article highlights the history of the development of French Savat boxing. It is indicated that French boxing savat is a spectacular form of martial arts that is gaining popularity in Ukraine, and therefore the question of studying the history of its development is relevant. The purpose of the article is to get acquainted with the history of the development of French Savat boxing. The final recognition of the respectability of sawat came in 1924, when it was included as a demonstration sport at the Olympic Games in Paris. In 2008, Savat was recognized by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) - this recognition allows the World Federation to hold official university world championships; the first was held in Nantes, France in 2010. The twenty-fifth anniversary of the founding of the International Savat Federation in March 2010 was marked by a visit to Lausanne to meet the President of the International Olympic Committee, Jacques Rogge. FISav President Gilles Le Dugot received a souvenir with the image of the Olympic rings. In April 2010, the International Sawat Federation was accepted as a member of SportAccord (formerly known as AGFIS) - a major step forward towards Olympic inclusion. However, the history of the development of French Savat boxing was not conducted by Ukrainian scientists. Studying the specifics of this sport will allow a deeper understanding of not only the sport itself, but also the peculiarities of the worldview and aesthetic preferences of the French people. An in-depth study of the cultural history of Savat through a historical lens will help to more vividly present the uniqueness and value of this tradition. This can interest and encourage young people to engage in French boxing, not only young men, but also girls, and it will inspire young athletes to reach the heights of sportsmanship. Conclusion. If the Europeans discovered the French boxing savat a long time ago and are developing it at a high professional and technical level, this sport is relatively young in Ukraine. Therefore, the scope for research in this area is large. French boxing sawat is an interesting and spectacular sport, which owes its technical elements. Therefore, it is worth paying great attention to the study of various aspects of this type of martial arts.

Being Active in Working Life at Age 60, 66, and 72

This study examines associations between participation in working life and sociodemographic, health, and work environment factors among people aged 60, 66, and 72 years. The agestratified logistic regression analysis used data from 2001–2003 (T1) and 2013–2015 (T2) derived from The Swedish National Study on Ageing and Care. Further, interaction variables with time*independent variables explored differences in those associations over time. We found positive associations between being active in working life and male gender (age 66 and 72), higher education (all age groups), higher professional level (age 60 and 66), better health (age 60 and 66), less negative work experiences (mainly age 60), light level of physical activity at work (age 60 and 66), higher work satisfaction (age 60 and 66), and time: that is,T2 vs.T1 (all age groups). Not only health status but also work environment factors were shown to play a significant role in being active in working life at older ages. Our findings verify that authorities need to develop reforms aiming at keeping older people active in working life from a heterogeneous perspective.

Professionalism among family medicine residents at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study.

The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) recently proposed the Saudi Meds Family Medicine (FM) 2020 program, which is based on CanMEDS-FM 2017 and includes a number of competencies. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the professionalism of FM residents who follow the modified curriculum of the SCHS. A cross-sectional study was conducted between June and August 2023 at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah among FM residents from year 1 to year 3 and postgraduates from the FM residency program of both genders. For data collection, a structured self-administered web-based questionnaire adapted from CanMEDS was used. A total of 45 FM residents responded, with the majority (73.3%) between the ages of 20 and 30 (77.8%), and 62.2% females. In terms of patient professionalism, 93.3% frequently/always demonstrated appropriate professional behavior and relationships in all aspects of practice; 62.2% frequently/always demonstrated a commitment to excellence in all aspects of practice. In terms of professionalism and societal commitment, 80% frequently/always demonstrated accountability to patients, society, and the profession by responding to societal expectations of physicians, and 86.6% frequently/always demonstrated a commitment to patient safety and quality improvement. In terms of professional commitment, 88.9% frequently/always fulfil and adhere to professional and ethical codes, standards of practice, and laws governing practice. In terms of self-commitment, it was discovered that 86.6% frequently/always demonstrated self-awareness and managed influences on personal well-being and professional performance. The majority (80%) managed personal and professional demands for a sustainable practice throughout the physician lifecycle, and 86.7% frequently/always promoted a culture that recognizes, supports, and effectively responds to colleagues in need. FM residents in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, demonstrated acceptable levels of dedication to patients, society, profession, and self, indicating a high level of professionalism.

The principles of physical training organisation of US Army officers

The article is devoted to the analysis of the principles of physical training organization of commissioned officers of the US Army, their implementation and effectiveness in the context of ensuring a high level of combat readiness. The US Armed Forces uses advanced technologies and scientific researches to continuously improve the physical training system, which includes the use of special training programs, monitoring of physical indicators and the development of new training methods based on scientific researches. The importance of an individual approach in training process training, as well as the integration of officers' physical training, is considered. The main goal is to understand and define the most effective and modern principles that ensure the optimal physical readiness of officers to perform their combat tasks. The article contains recommendations on optimizing the process of physical training, with the aim of increasing the functional capabilities of officers and ensuring their readiness to perform combat and training tasks in various conditions. The considerable attention is paid to the individual needs and capabilities of the US Armed Forces officers. The training programs can be adapted to specific needs and capabilities of officers, ensuring an efficient and safe physical fitness process. Physical training in the US Army is based on a high level of professionalism and motivation. This is stimulated by a system of recognition and awards, career development and provision of optimal conditions for training.

The level of preparedness of military personnel for hand-to-hand combat

Abstract. In modern conditions, the military profession does not exclude activities related to the forcible detention of a criminal or aggressor. A serviceman who is proficient in hand-to-hand combat often achieves superiority over a physically stronger enemy who outnumbers him. In this case, the defenders use motor actions that, if properly directed and applied by internal and external forces, provide either a gain in strength or a gain in time. Naturally, in the process of special physical training (SPT) the issue of effective training of hand-to-hand combat techniques plays an important role in achieving a positive result in the performance of the task.
 The existing practice of special physical training in higher military educational institutions of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine shows that today, in the process of cadets' SPT, the rich material accumulated by specialists in the theory and methods of physical education and sports training is not yet fully used.
 The introduction of the latest technologies based on the use of hand-to-hand combat requires specialists to search for and apply innovative teaching methods and technologies, identify the most effective areas of the educational process that contribute to the achievement of a high professional level of students.

Educational models and technologies in the era of digital transformation

At present digital transformation of the society faces the problem of a shortage of a highly qualified personnel - specialists in the field of the latest information technologies, intellectual scientists with a high-quality fundamental education. The solution to this problem lies in the introduction of new educational models and technologies. The purpose of the research is to study the strategy for the formation of a new conceptual scheme of modern education. It has been emphasized that two leading educational models are currently being successfully implemented and complement each other: the classical model of «completed» education with the basic principle of «education once and for life», covering the need of the society for the generation and dissemination of knowledge, as well as the storage of cultural ideals, and the second model, called the «lifelong education model», which meets the principle of «lifelong education», corresponding to the rapid changes in technology and the nature of digital transformations of the society. The article pays special attention to new educational technologies such as: 1) analytical technologies, which are based on the analysis of big data from educational institutions in real time; 2) adaptive (or intellectual) learning, which is based on the principles of personalization of learning and building an individual educational trajectory; 3) Smart education, using learning tools in an interactive educational environment with elements of distance and mobile education. The methodological basis of the research is a systematic approach and general methods of scientific knowledge, such as analysis, synthesis, generalization. The relevance of the topic is associated with increased attention to the problem of matching the quality of the Russian education with the promising tasks of the digital transformation of the Russian society. Key conclusion. A high professional level of the personnel reserve, which will be able to practically implement state digitalization programs, is possible and is associated with the construction of a new concept of modern education.

АНАЛІЗ ПЕРСПЕКТИВ ФУНКЦІОНУВАННЯ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ З ІНОЗЕМНИМИ ІНВЕСТИЦІЯМИ В УКРАЇНІ

Formulation of the problem. The post-war recovery of Ukraine requires attracting foreign investment. Attracting foreign direct investments will make it possible to ensure capital investments, annual direct contributions to the economy, new jobs, exports, acquisition of new skills and technologies, innovativeness of economic sectors. The aim of the research is to analyze modern prospects for the development of the process of foreign investment and the functioning of enterprises with foreign investments in Ukraine. The оbject of the research is theoretical and practical approaches to the attraction of foreign investments and the functioning of enterprises with foreign investments in Ukraine. The methods of the research: logical method, method of comparison, methods of induction and deduction, analysis and synthesis, system analysis, correlation analysis. The hypothesis of the research. The volume of foreign investment is directly proportional to the volume of GDP, expenditure on education and labor force and inversely proportional to the income inequality level and unemployment level. The statement of basic materials. Correlation coefficients between the volume of foreign investment and the factors affecting this volume have been determined, which will allow influencing specific key indicators that most stimulate the inflow of foreign investment. The mechanism for attracting foreign investments is presented, covering strategic, intermediate and current goals, a list of forms, methods, objects and tools of influence. The practical significance of the research. The practical implementation of the proposed measures will make it possible to intensify the attraction of foreign investments in Ukrainian enterprises. Conclusions and perspectives of further research. The problem of attracting investments into the economy of Ukraine is related to the lack of motivation to invest, insufficient accumulation of resources by the main groups of investors, a wide outflow of capital abroad, etc. Unfavorable investment climate caused by military actions, occupation of territories and destruction of infrastructure, migration of experienced specialists abroad, extremely unstable economic situation in the country, slowdown of economic reforms, high level of corporate taxation, instability of legislation, corruption, low purchasing power of the population, low predictability of junctures of commodity and raw material markets, significant price fluctuations; imperfection of ownership and shareholding relations, becomes the main obstacle in attracting investments. However, there are undoubtedly attractive factors for investing in Ukraine's economy, including the attractive geographical position determined by the country's location in the center of Europe at the crossroads of trade routes, the presence of an educated workforce, as Ukraine has a very high intellectual and professional level of manufacturers. Also, labor is cheap. Ukraine has favorable conditions for the introduction of high technologies, which is facilitated by the presence of performers with a high intellectual level. Also, relatively cheap raw materials and energy resources, which contributes to the low cost of manufactured goods. The obtained results showed a high dependence between the amount of FDI and the level of GDP in the country (correlation coefficient is 0.82), and a direct interdependence was revealed, which means that with the growth of GDP, the amount of foreign investment will increase, which is logical, because with the growth of GDP, the country is investment attractive for a foreign investor. The high correlation between the volume of foreign investment and the availability of labor in the country (correlation coefficient is 0.79) means that the availability of labor, including skilled labor, is extremely important for the investor (this is also evidenced by the interdependence between FDI and state spending on education in the country ), since the ease of hiring employees and their productivity depend on it.

NEW CHALLENGES OF DISTANCE TEACHING AT THE INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL FACULTY DURING THE WAR AND CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC IN UKRAINE

The aim of this work is to address specific challenges related to the organization and future prospects of distance teaching in medical higher education institutions, especially pertinent amidst the current military situation in Ukraine. Materials and methods. In our analysis, we reviewed relevant experiences and documentation, considering the participation of medical students in higher education. The data analysis on student’s performance and engagement in online courses to assess the effectiveness of current distance teaching methods was performed. Results and discussion. The education of medical professionals at international faculties holds significant national importance, contributing to addressing various societal challenges and enhancing Ukraine's educational reputation. However, recent events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and martial law have posed new challenges for distance teaching practices in pedagogy. Ii is crucial for educators who work with international medical students to possess high levels of professionalism and moral integrity. Across the globe, simulation technologies are increasingly employed in medical training, offering innovative methods for preparing highly skilled medical personnel. One such technology is the "virtual patient," which allows learners to engage in realistic clinical scenarios, make diagnostic and treatment decisions, and understand the consequences of their actions without compromising patient safety. The development of communication and language skills among future medical professionals remains a pressing concern within higher education institutions. Utilizing technological storytelling methods to illustrate the journeys of successful specialists can provide valuable insights and inspiration for students. In the context of distance learning, maintaining prompt feedback channels between students and departmental teachers is essential for effective learning outcomes. Conclusion. Practical application of innovative methodological approaches provide with opportunity for teachers of medical higher education institutions to implement and improve the novel methods of work, to increase the effectiveness of the educational process and the level of knowledge of students of the international faculty. Innovative distance learning technologies stimulate the teacher's work, increase his/her professional level, since the organization of the educational process requires preparation for each class, constant pedagogical research, development and use of additional new materials, study of innovative technologies.

Exploring the influence of seafarers’ individual characteristics on the perceived risk in Maritime emergencies: A simulator study

The perceived risk experienced during the operation of a ship varies among seafarers, likely due to individual differences and variations in task requirements. Hence, this study aims to investigate the impacts of seafarers’ individual characteristics on their perceived risk under various emergencies by conducting a high-fidelity ship-handling simulator experiment. A linear mixed effects model is built to assess the impact of individual characteristics (e.g. age, navigational experience, profession, professional level) on the perceived risk of seafarers. Results show that the perceived risk of maritime pilots is significantly higher than deck officers under three emergency situations. The lower perceived risk is found from seafarers with higher navigational experience or at a higher professional level in situations involving poor visibility or an emergency incident. Additionally, the seafarer’s age could affect the perceived risk only in the circumstance of an emergency incident. Another finding is that seafarers at a high professional level (i.e. first mate, second-class pilot) exhibit higher perceived risk than those at a low professional level (i.e. second mate, third-class pilot) under the emergency of close encounters. Seafarers’ individual characteristics have different impacts in various emergency situations, with the influence of their profession being particularly significant. Maritime administrations were suggested to develop diverse training programs for various seafarers in order to reduce the occurrence likelihood of human errors in maritime accidents.

مستوى المعرفة التدريسية للمحتوى لدى معلمات العلوم الجدد في ضوء عدد من المتغيرات - دراسة مسحية طولية

هدفت الدراسة إلى قياس مستوى المعرفة التدريسية للمحتوى لدى معلمات العلوم الجدد خلال العام الدراسي بواقع ثلاث مرات، في ضوء عدد من المتغيرات التصنيفية، هي: مؤسسة الإعداد، والمعدل التراكمي، والصفوف التي تدرسها المعلمة، وسنوات الخبرة، ومستوى الإنماء المهني، وشملت العينة (38) معلمة، واستُخدم المنهج المسحي الوصفي ذو التصميم الطولي (Longitudinal Descriptive Survey) الذي يتيح الفرصة لتعرف الظاهرة وقياس التغيرات عبر الزمن، وذلك بجمع البيانات من خلال مقياس كمي قائم على تحليل محتوى خطط الدروس والملاحظة الصفية والمقابلات، وأظهرت النتائج وجود تغير دال إحصائيا عند قيمة احتمالية أقل من (0.05) في مستوى المعرفة التدريسية للمحتوى لدى معلمات العلوم الجدد، إلا أن هذا التغير كان منحنيا (غير خطي)، كما أشارت النتائج إلى عدم وجود تفاعل دال إحصائيا عند قيمة احتمالية (0.05) للتغير في مستوى المعرفة التدريسية للمحتوى وجميع المتغيرات، وهي: مؤسسة الإعداد، وسنوات الخبرة، والصفوف التي تدرسها المعلمة، والمعدل التراكمي، ما عدا متغير مستوى الإنماء المهني لصالح المعلمات ذوات مستوى الإنماء المهني المرتفع، وقد أوصت الدراسة بضرورة تقديم جميع التربويين الدعم والمساندة للمعلمات الجدد في بيئة العمل، وتقديم برامج تنمية مهنية مستمرة تلبي احتياجات المعلمات الجدد خلال السنوات الأولى من التدريس.

Особенности формирования у курсантов военного вуза познавательных установок посредством дидактического потенциала интеллектуально-познавательных игр

The aim of the article is to show how cognitive attitudes are formed among military academy cadets through didactic intellectual-cognitive games. The authors highlight the importance and necessity of enhancing and developing the mindset towards the values of cognitive activities in cadets within the pedagogical process as a crucial element in preparing them for future military-professional activities. The research is novel in that it is the first to demonstrate that the formed cognitive attitudes serve as the basis for the successful professional and personal development of military personnel, leading to achieving a high level of professionalism and competence. As a result, the study identifies the criteria and levels of cognitive attitudes formation among cadets; clarifies the notion of a cognitive attitude, outlines the factors influencing the formation of cognitive attitudes, reveals the advantages of using interactive teaching methods in the architectonics of modern educational space, and highlights the didactic potential of intellectual-cognitive games in shaping cognitive attitudes among cadets.

The problem of slavery and human trafficking: International law and scientific discourse

The expansion of the range of issues related to modern slavery and human trafficking is associated with the intensification of scientific research in this area, which raises the issue of classification and systematization of research in this area. The publication aims at defining the main criteria for systematizing scientific works in the field of combating slavery and human trafficking, and at classifying and analysing one of the selected segments of this body of research. In the context of analysing the process of researching a particular area of scientific interest, the main tools used are the principles of objectivity, scientificity and systematicity, while general scientific methods of cognition – deduction and retrospective, as well as special legal methods – comparative legal and legal forecasting. The analysis of the content and issues of scientific reports on research conducted in the field of combating human trafficking has shown both their high professional level and their focus on processing and summarizing factual data that are mostly not available in the format of ordinary scientific articles. It has also been established that scientific reports are mostly focused on solving practical problems, which increases the benefit of using the formulated conclusions not only in scientific, but also in law enforcement and social work. The practical value of the study lies in the fact that for the first time, an attempt was made to conduct a systematic analysis of a selected segment of works on the problem of modern slavery and human trafficking

Workplace trauma and professional quality of Life in clinical and forensic psychiatry: the CRITIC study.

Frontline staff in psychiatry need to perform at a very high professional level in order to ensure patient and community safety. At the same time they are exposed to high levels of stress and workplace trauma. This may have severe consequences for their professional quality of life. In addition, health care workers in general have higher incidence levels of childhood adversity than the general population. The CRITIC (CRITical Incidents and aggression in Caregivers) Study aims to improve increased understanding of the interaction between personal life history (childhood adversity and benevolence), individual capabilities, exposure to trauma and violence at work and Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL). The Critic Study is a cross-sectional survey of these aspects in frontline, treatment and administrative staff in clinical and forensic psychiatry. We aim to include 360 participants. Participants will be asked to complete questionnaires on childhood adversity and childhood benevolence (assessing personal life history), professional quality of life, current trauma and violence exposure, current mental health (depression, anxiety and stress), coping, social support, work engagement and resilience. In this study we will examine the moderating role of adverse and benevolent childhood experiences in the association between workplace trauma exposure and professional quality of life. Finally, a theoretical model on the relationships between trauma, stress and coping in the context of professional functioning will be tested using structural equation modelling. The CRITIC study examines which factors influence the complex relationship between childhood adversity and benevolence, and ProQOL in healthcare workers. It also aims to provide insight into the complex relationship between personal life history, individual characteristics, exposure to trauma and violence at work and ProQOL. The results can be used for designing interventions to increase resilience to trauma and to improve professional quality of life among health care professionals. The CRITIC study has been approved by the Medical Ethical Committee of the Erasmus Medical Centre, under trial registration number NL73417.078.20.

Fostering Scientific Research Ability of Graduate Students in Chinese Local Universities: A Critical Review

Local universities and colleges constitute a significant portion of China’s educational landscape, with graduate enrollment increasing steadily each year. Against the backdrop of escalating technological competition between nations, the cultivation of Scientific Research Ability (SRA) among graduate students has garnered increasing attention. While the initial aim of postgraduate education is clear – to nurture research-oriented talent for future academic pursuits – the objectives of graduate training have evolved over time. Today, they encompass not only the development of academics but also the cultivation of high-level professionals for various industries. This paper offers a systematic overview of relevant studies in the field of postgraduate SRA cultivation, delving into the entrenched challenges within Chinese educational institutions regarding the fostering of SRA among postgraduates. Additionally, it proposes a theoretical model for SRA-oriented training and provides insights into future reforms and developments in this area.

THE ROLE OF MENTORING IN FOSTERING THE PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY OF FUTURE TEACHERS

Relevance of the research. Identification of the individual with the chosen profession indicates a significant level of professional growth and readiness to systematically develop, improve professional skills, deepen knowledge, that is, to recognize oneself as part of an important professional process. The description of this phenomenon in the scientific literature is understood as the acquisition of professional identity. A professional identity for future teachers is a guideline that needs to be perceived while studying in a higher educational institution since it shows the teacher’s readiness to work with children and reveals the possible quality result of this work. It is quite difficult to acquire a professional identity through independent self-development; consequently, the support and assistance of a teacher or a mentor is of particular importance in this case. The purpose of the research is to reveal the role of mentoring in the formation of future teachers’ professional identity. The research methods are as follows: theoretical (analysis, synthesis, generalization), empirical (sociological survey, description), generalization. The academic paper is focused on revealing the specifics of the formation of future teachers’ professional identity and analyzing the role of a mentor as a coach, advisor, and professional friend for future teachers. The research analyzes approaches to the interpretation of the concept of a mentor and mentoring as a process, as well as related concepts such as a coach, a tutor, and a facilitator. The understanding of the phenomenon of mentoring in Western European scientific thinking has been characterized. The primary focus of the academic paper is on the reformation of Ukrainian education, the New Ukrainian School Concept, and the importance of mentoring at the current stage of educational transformation.The research results emphasize that the functions of a mentor for future teachers are indispensable and important. According to the survey, the majority of respondents indicate that they are willing to seek help from their mentors and can become such mentors for junior students. Conclusions. The academic paper proves that professional identification is an important personal formation that characterizes a high level of professionalism of a specialist, in particular, a teacher. The function and role of mentoring is a way for future teachers to achieve professional identity. The survey conducted among master’s students confirms the importance of mentoring for future teachers in general and for acquiring professional identity. A mentor has to concentrate on working with students from the beginning of their studies and progressively take on a more involved role by the end of their final year in order to be effective in carrying out these duties.

Teacher, scientist, practitioner – Valeriy P. Ivashchenko

The article is dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Valery P. Ivashchenko, a labor veteran, honored figure in the field of physical education and sports, an experienced teacher, scientist, practitioner, associate professor of the department of physical education. His career is traced from a person passionate about sports to the head of a teaching staff. The important role of V.P. Ivashchenko’s scientific activities for the development of the department, his participation in all-Russian and international conferences, writing articles, developing educational programs and manuals are emphasized. The stages of the biography are presented: studying at the Leningrad Institute of Physical Culture named after P.F. Lesgaft, coaching, refereeing, postgraduate studies, defending a candidate’s thesis, teaching at the Institute of Physical Culture, heading the department of physical education at the St. Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University. The article briefly highlights the main points of the methodological, practical and pedagogical activities of V.P. Ivashchenko, namely, conducting educational classes, opening sports sections, preparing university teams for participation in competitions at various levels. The authors of the article mentioned Valery Pavlovich’s well-deserved awards for many years of conscientious work in the field of physical culture and sports, as well as the conferment of honorary titles. His high level of professionalism, creative attitude to work, desire for an active lifestyle and remarkable human qualities were noted. Biographical information in the article is presented by V.P. Ivashchenko.

Issues of a criminal investigation of cases involving the use of fictitious invoices, the concept and structure of the forensic characteristics of fictitious invoicing

Relevance. Investigating criminal cases involving the use of fictitious invoices is a complex process that requires a high level of skill and professionalism from criminal law enforcement agencies.Purpose. The research aims to analyse the status of criminal investigations of cases involving the use of fictitious invoices and to identify the main obstacles to the prosecution of criminals for these crimes.Methodology. Historical, statistical, comparative, legal, analysis and synthesis were used.Results. The problematic issues of investigation of criminal cases related to the use of fictitious invoices, as well as the concept and structure of the forensic characteristics of the manufacture of fictitious invoices were considered in this research. The circumstances that prevent law enforcement agencies from effective work in the field of criminal prosecution of economic crimes, which are both objective impossibilities to bring the offender to justice and subjective perception of the necessity to investigate this category of cases, were revealed. The issues related to evidence in criminal cases involving the use of fictitious invoices and recommendations to optimise the investigation of such cases were also discussed. Objective barriers for the pre-trial authority in bringing the perpetrators to justice were identified and ways to eliminate them were suggested.Conclusions. The positions of Kazakhstani and world scientists on this and related issues were analysed. The shortcomings of the current legislation were highlighted and ways to address these shortcomings were suggested which, in turn, would increase the chances of pre-trial bodies to bring the perpetrators to justice and, at the same time, reduce the number of similar crimes. Overall, this article is a useful resource for legal, forensic, audit and accounting professionals who are involved in the investigation of criminal cases involving the use of fictitious invoices.

Творчество Владимира Чёрного – от образов М. И. Глинки к современности

The aim of the research is to identify the genesis and artistic-semantic specifics of the creative work of the modern artist V. A. Cherny. The paper examines the main themes, figurative interpretations, and ideological dominants of his paintings, which testify to the development – the continuity of traditions and innovation – of Russian academic art. The paper is novel in that it is the first to analyze the little-studied creative work of V. A. Cherny from a scientific perspective, while a number of his paintings and archival materials are introduced into scientific use. As a result of the research, a wide range of themes, plots, genres, technical and technological characteristics and figurative interpretations in the artist’s creative work have been revealed. As early as in the years of study, the artist acquired a high level of skill, the ability to synthesize traditions and vary the individual style of painting, which currently allows him to work at a high professional level, proves the relevance of academic skill and realistic art. The study of the creative work and activities of V. A. Cherny testifies to the evolutionary development of both realism and art education in Russia. The versatility of his art, the complex nature of the artistic language prove the conceptual specificity of Russian academicism in the early 21st century, which is dominated by the preservation of timeless spiritual meanings of national culture inseparable from the ideas of patriotism and Orthodox teaching and the synthesized nature of the professional language.

PECULIARITIES OF APPLYING INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN THE HIGHER LEGAL EDUCATION

The paper is dedicated to issues on peculiarities of applying information and communicative technologies in the higher legal education. There is stressed, information and communicative technologies, in the context of its` applying in the educative process, would be understood as a tool of knowledge. There is suggested to interpret information and communicative technologies, applying in the educative process as a set of methods and technical equipment for providing an effective process of studding and communication on the basis of computer networks. Roles of information and communicative technologies in the higher legal education are formulated. They are cognitive, researchscientific, professional-practical, formative-personal, competitive-motivational, resistant, creative. Their content is opened. There is showed, the significance of information and communicative technologies in the process of the higher legal education is an establishment, formation and development of a subject of the educational process relevant to today's technological requirements as a complete individual with a high level of professionalism and appropriate personal features. There is outlined, the applying information and communicative technologies in the higher legal education has a raw of peculiarities. The specificity of higher legal education, which is manifested in the practical orientation of legal professions and the orientation of training students for work in state authorities, is their determinant. Advantages and disadvantages of the applying information and communicative technologies for students and tutors are analyzed. After results of analysis, recommendations on applying information and communicative technologies in the educational process in general, and in the higher legal education in particular, are formulated. These recommendations provide usage of information and communicative technologies in the higher legal education on the basis of rationality and temperance, and, however, exclusion of the possibility of replacing the real one with a "virtual" educational process.

Impact of European integration processes on judicial reform in Ukraine

The research relevance is determined by the European integration and identification of gaps and shortcomings arising in the process of harmonisation of Ukrainian legislation with the legal standards of the European Union, providing improvement areas. The study aims to characterise the reform of Ukraineʼs judicial system in the context of European integration. The following research methods were used in the study: systemic and structural, comparative legal, formal legal, and systematisation methods, as well as methods of synthesis, analysis, and generalisation. The study established that the judicial reform launched in 2016 is linked to Ukraineʼs plans to become a full-fledged member State of the European Union. It is determined that under the legal regime of martial law, some processes of reforming the judicial system to the standards of the European community may be slowed down. It is noted that the Copenhagen criteria, especially chapters 23 and 24, are among the key definitions for the implementation of justice and the judiciary in a country which is a member of the European Union. The analysis added that to accelerate the European integration processes in Ukraine, composition renewal of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine should be undertaken. The need to establish transparent qualification requirements for judges and modernise the selection process for the judiciary was outlined. The study concludes that it is necessary to fully launch the High Qualification Commission of Judges of Ukraine, which is one of the key bodies of judicial self-government. The effective operation of this body is essential for maintaining the judiciary at a high professional level and ensuring compliance with the standards of justice. Furthermore, the study stressed the importance of continuing to effectively combat any manifestations of corruption in the activities of the judiciary and the judicial system as a whole. The study materials can be used to improve the functioning of the judicial system in Ukraine