Professional Training Of Teachers Research Articles

Prospects for the implementation of the variable module "floorball" in the physical education curriculum for 14-16-year-old boys

The article deals with issues related to the development of floorball in general secondary education institutions. The presence of so-called variable modules within the current curriculum allows to vary to some extent the content of the educational material on physical culture in the direction of including the means of those types of sports and motor activity, which, on the one hand, are interesting and accessible to modern schoolchildren and, on the other hand, positively affect the level of their health and development. The purpose of the study is to determine the attitude of physical education teachers to the introduction of the "Floorball" module as a variable component of the physical education curriculum for 14-16-year-old boys. The research concept is based on the methodological, theoretical and scientific-methodical levels of the basic provisions of pedagogy and the theory and methodology of physical education. The research was carried out at Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University and general secondary education institutions of Zhytomyr region in 2023-2024 in which 42 students - future physical education teachers - and 137 physical education teachers participated. Research methods: analysis of literary sources, observations, interviews, questionnaires, methods of mathematical statistics. Floorball is a team game sport and represents hockey in a sports hall. Simple equipment for the player, relatively inexpensive sports equipment made of plastic materials which makes it light and reduces the risk of injury, simple rules of the game and the ability to train on any flat surface. Floorball as a means of physical education attracts the attention of students with its high emotionality, spectacle, variety of manifestations of physical qualities, many different game combinations, quick transition from actions in attack to defense and ensures the preparation of student youth for active life activities and a healthy way of life. It was established that only 19.1% of the students have the skills and abilities to play floorball during a physical education lesson, and 71.4%, 66.1% and 63.0% of teachers with different work experience, respectively. The biggest obstacle to the introduction of floorball in lessons and extracurriculars in general secondary education institutions is the lack of sports grounds, the necessary equipment and the appropriate professional training of physical education teachers.

Methodology of Organizing and Conducting Distance Olympiads in Korean as a Second Foreign Language in the Process of Professional Training of Future Foreign Language Teachers

In this article, the author presents the methodology of organizing and conducting distance Olympiads in Korean as a second foreign language in the process of professional training of foreign language teachers.The purpose of the study is to examine specifics of second foreign language distance Olympiads organization in the context of professional training, main objectives of the Korean language Olympiad (increasing motivation, interest in learning Korean, exposure to Korean culture, etc.), and to analyze the main requirements for distance Olympiad tasks of the first round (tests), and tasks of the second round, which are aimed to identify the level of communication abilities. Interview, testing and observation are used as the main methods of research.Results. The methodology proposed by the author was tested in groups of 3–4 year students of Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University (educational program 6B01703 foreign language: two foreign languages). The article presents analysis of the distance Olympiad’s results, examples of tasks for each round and the main criteria for evaluating the tasks. The requirements to the second foreign language Olympiad tasks implied: possibility of mass coverage of students with Olympiad tasks; compliance of the tasks with the curriculum; time limit; relying on the students’ experience, including their native language skills and abilities; increasing tasks complexity; variety of tasks forms and content, the tasks contents and novelty; problem nature tasks to stimulate students thinking, language guess; using authentic material for the Olympiad tasks; the use of local history and extralinguistic material. The general complexity of the tasks, and difficulties associated with the nature of the linguistic material were also taken into account.Conclusion. According to the results of the experimental work, the author comes to the following conclusion: the leading principle of organizing distance Olympiads assumes that the university faculty will be focused on the timely identification of the future teachers’ interest to the Korean language, their involvement in preparation for the Olympiad, thus forming their interest in Korean culture and language. Olympiad assignments should be creative so that students learn to find their own ways of solving problems and develop self-education skills. Participation in the Olympiad increases students’ learning motivation, broadens their horizons, and develops their ability to express their opinions. The variety of requirements to the work of participants makes the assessment of each member of the jury quite subjective, but the collective nature of the evaluation procedure ensures correctness and objectivity of the final decision, allows participants to familiarize with the results of their work and consider appeals after each round of the Olympiad participants.

THE CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AS THE BASIS OF CONTINUOUS ECOLOGICAL TRAINING OF FUTURE TEACHERS

Increasing attention to the ecological training of young people in the system of modern education is one of the important problems nowadays. Guarantees of environmental protection are presented in ecological knowledge, abilities and skills, as well as in the socio-cultural behavior and worldview of the population. Therefore, one of the priority tasks of the educational system is the formation of the ecological culture of the younger generation through the implementation of a system of continuous environmental education based on the principles of sustainable development. The purpose of the article is to investigate the problem of continuous ecological training of future teachers based on sustainable development. Research methods: analysis and synthesis of scientific literature (to clarify key research concepts), systematization, and generalization (for the purpose of forming the author's conclusions). It is established that ensuring the sustainable development of society involves positive life activities of people through the creation of conditions that contribute to the harmonization of their relationships, development, and satisfaction of their needs in the socio-natural environment, providing opportunities for the formation of ecological culture in the educational sphere. The peculiarities of continuous ecological training of future teachers based on the concept of sustainable development are studied, and the content and results of this process are highlighted. The goal of continuous ecological training for sustainable development is to teach people to manage the quality of life; the formation of an ecological culture in the young generation, which involves the ecological orientation of the individual, the ability to increase their ecological education and literacy, to carry out social-ecological and ecological-project activities for the benefit of sustainable development. The main tasks of continuous ecological training are the formation of scientific knowledge and ecologically oriented knowledge, the development of environmental protection skills and abilities aimed at improving the state of the environment and improving the quality of life of people, and the upbringing of a highly educated and ecologically cultural personality. Continuous ecological education for the benefit of sustainable development originates in preschool education institutions, where for the first time children master the basics of environmental education and culture, and form an idea of their unity with nature. The next stage is general secondary education, where students form environmental competence and develop an environmental outlook. The next level of the continuous ecological education system is the higher school, where the professional ecological training of the future teacher is carried out, the value-meaning sphere of the individual is formed, social-ecological norms of professional activity are mastered.

Physics Education for Special Needs Students: A Descriptive Analysis

This essay examines the difficulties and possibilities involved in teaching physics to students with special needs. It talks about how important it is for physics courses to use inclusive pedagogies and teaching practices that are designed to meet the different needs of their students. The study looks at different strategies for modifying physics curricula, instructional strategies, and assessment procedures to fit the needs of students with special needs. It does this by reviewing relevant literature and doing empirical research. It draws attention to how important collaborative learning settings, assistive technology, and customized instruction are to ensuring that all students have equitable access to physics education. The report also addresses how professional development and teacher training might improve teachers' ability to successfully support students with exceptional needs. It highlights how crucial it is to promote policies and cultivate an inclusive culture across physics education communities. This study attempts to provide guidance and insights for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders trying to establish inclusive and supportive learning environments for children with special needs in physics education by combining current research and best practices. It emphasizes how important it is to acknowledge and recognize each learner's unique talents and abilities in order to support their engagement, success, and mastery of physics.

Mandarin/English dual language immersion teachers’ understanding of translanguaging pedagogy

Translanguaging pedagogy has gained wide recognition in the field of education as an effective approach to educate emerging bilinguals. This study examines how bilingual teachers understand and adopt this approach in Mandarin/English dual language immersion programs. Four elementary school teachers employed at three different Mandarin/English dual language immersion programs in California were interviewed in-depth about their perspectives on the use of translanguaging pedagogy and their translanguaging stance in their instruction. Guided by the constructs in the Translanguaging Allocation Policy model (Sánchez et al., 2018), the analysis revealed that teachers held an incomplete understanding of translanguaging pedagogy, largely due to a lack of understanding of the theoretical basis upon which translanguaging practices are built in varying teaching contexts. Thus, the teachers mostly resorted to translations as one of their main translanguaging pedagogical practices and saw it as a means to bridge understanding across two languages. In order to support the accessibility of translanguaging pedagogy to a broader range of practitioners, recommendations for professional development and teacher training as well as suggestions for the Translanguaging Allocation Policy model (Sánchez et al., 2018) are provided.

Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Pros and Cons from the Perspective of Moroccan EFL Instructors

The fast advancement of technology has profoundly impacted how we live, work, and even learn. In the education sector, technology plays a significant role as it has transformed the traditional methods of teaching and learning processes. Computer-assisted language learning and teaching is a concrete example of how technological development has revolutionised the field of education. Computers are incredibly powerful teaching instruments that can support many learning objectives. Therefore, the current study aims to investigate Moroccan high school teachers' perceptions about the potential pros and cons of computer technology in learning English as a foreign language (EFL). To attain the study's objective, the researchers employed a self-developed online questionnaire involving 112 participants. The research results indicate that EFL instructors in Fes-Meknes, Morocco, have positive perceptions regarding implementing CALL in their classrooms. The results suggest that the programs can motivate the learners, enhance their confidence, motivate them, and allow access to diversified educational material. Still, constraints related to financing, uneven access to technology, and scarcity of professional training for teachers are hindering the full implementation of CALL. The research recommends improving financial investment in the educational field, guaranteeing impartial access to technology and providing human resources with professional training to ensure the effective integration of CALL.

Modern Information Technologies in the Professional Education of Future Primary School Teachers

The article examines the problem of using information technologies in the educational and professional training of future primary school teachers. The authors found that the integration of digital resources into the educational process can effectively solve didactic tasks. It provides opportunities for virtual travel and improves the accessibility and efficiency of education. The application of information technologies contributes to enhancing the educational process. They prepare future teachers to function within the information society and promote the development of critical thinking and creativity among students. The new approach puts the teacher at the center of the educational process. This approach takes into account the professional competencies and personal interests of educators to promote the improvement of methodological, organizational, and technological support for personalized learning. The paper investigated the possibilities of using information technologies in the educational process to train future primary school teachers. The methodology included a systematic approach and general theoretical scientific methods. They include analysis, synthesis, and systematization of the research material on the role of digital technologies in the training of future primary school teachers. The research methodology employed two indicators to assess the psychological and emotional qualities of students, namely: assessment of communication skills; analysis of cultural and value orientations. The research results showed a high level of discomfort related to the current educational system. Nearly half of the respondents experience psychological and emotional stress due to the existing teaching format. In addition, as a result of the program implementation, it was found that the configuration model of student-centered learning applied to distance learning had a significant impact on students. The statistical analysis of the chi-square indices of overall conformity (χ2 = 0.36....1) indicates a high conformity of the data set.

ПРОФЕСІЙНА ПІДГОТОВКА ВЧИТЕЛЯ ПОЧАТКОВИХ КЛАСІВ ДО ВИХОВНОЇ РОБОТИ В НОВІЙ УКРАЇНСЬКІЙ ШКОЛИ

The article based on a holistic analysis of the theory and practice of professional education, describes the theoretical and methodological principles of training perspective primary school teachers to manage and implement educational work with primary school pupils in the New Ukrainian School. It has been established that in the context of the modernisation of the system of higher pedagogical education in Ukraine, there are significant shifts in the directions, content, and essence of primary school teacher training. The author proves that in the process of studying professional disciplines by future primary school teachers in a higher pedagogical education institution, there is an effective formation and development of their educational competence (professional thinking, emotional intelligence, creative potential, assimilation of educational values and value orientations, experience of social adaptation and socialisation of a growing personality to the challenges and threats of modern Ukrainian society). The elements of such competence are as follows: the knowledge, skills, and practical abilities, experience in designing effective areas of childhood education, communication skills, and abilities to implement, analyse and predict the effectiveness of pedagogical interaction of all participants in the educational process in primary school based on child-centredness, cooperation, co-creation, formed autonomy and responsibility by developing pedagogical thinking, creative activity, and independent improvement of the level of organisation of the educational process in primary school. The article defines and describes the current leading principles of organising and conducting professional training of perspective primary school teachers in the implementation of the strategy of creating an educational process in primary school. There has been highlighted and defined the essence of the basic requirements concerning the content of professional training of perspective primary school teachers for the organisation of educational work in the New Ukrainian School.

Формування ціннісного аспекта фахової підготовки майбутнього викладача іноземних мов

The article examines the process of forming a value aspect in the professional training of a future foreign languages teacher. Key aspects of the influence of axiological elements on the professional development and personal identity of teachers are investigated. The article highlights practical methods of forming students’ value perceptions, in particular by implementing global and intercultural approaches. The article emphasizes the importance of conscious development of values in future teachers for their successful implementation in the modern educational environment. The role of pedagogical axiology in strengthening the interaction between the teacher and students through the implementation of practical tasks and situations aimed at the development of valuable competencies is analyzed. Special attention is paid to reflection and self-assessment as effective tools for students’ awareness and analysis of their own values. The article suggests that teachers use these methods to actively involve future foreign languages teachers in the process of forming personal and professional values, which will contribute to their successful teaching path in the global educational environment. It is noted that the valuable component of professional training of future foreign languages teacher is of strategic importance in the conditions of globalization and intercultural interaction. Students are invited to actively interact in real situations, which contributes to the formation of their skills in solving ethical problems and making important decisions based on their values. The article is aimed at practical recommendations for teachers of Universities who want to improve the process of forming a value component in future specialists in teaching foreign languages, developing their professional and personal aspects. In addition, the article discusses the importance of reflection and self-evaluation in the formation of the value component in professional training. Reflective sessions, where students analyze their values and discuss them with colleagues, contribute to awareness of their own approach to professional activity.

PEDAGOGICAL CONDITIONS OF FORMATION OF STYLE OF PEDAGOGICAL COMMUNICATION OF FUTURE MUSIC TEACHERS IN THE PROCESS WORKING WITH THE CHOIR

The article updates the significance of the formation of an individual style of pedagogical communication for a future music teacher. The pedagogical orientation of the professional training of future teachers of musical art is emphasized, in which a significant place is given to conducting and choral training, which determines and specifies their work with the choir. As a result of the analysis of the scientific literature, the views of modern researchers regarding the pedagogical conditions of the professional training of future teachers of art disciplines are summarized. The author's understanding of the pedagogical communication of future music teachers in the process of working with the choir is presented. Pedagogical conditions that ensure the effectiveness of the formation of the pedagogical communication style of future music teachers in the process of working with the choir have been determined. To determine the effective pedagogical conditions for the formation of the style of pedagogical communication, the methods of scientific and theoretical analysis and generalization are applied.Keywords: future music teachers, pedagogical conditions, style of pedagogical communication, communication, creative interaction, conducting and choral training.

“LEARNING TO LEARN” IN PROFESSIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION

In recent years, the modality of Professional Education has grown considerably in Brazil, driven primarily by economic development and the consequent need for qualified workers to meet the demands of the labor market. This work aims to discuss and argue about the importance of teacher training in Professional Education, as well as the relationship between the labor market and the way in which such teacher training occurs. A predominant characteristic in the profile of teachers in this educational modality is the realization of the lack of pedagogical foundations in their initial training, which, by nature, is technical and pragmatic. It is understood that the lack of pedagogical knowledge is a crucial factor in the quality of education, particularly in Professional Education. Thus, this text seeks to relate the need for qualified teacher training in contrast to the emphasis on a rushed and superficial training evident in this educational modality, which primarily serves the interests of employers.

Methodology of professional-methodical training of future chemistry teachers based on synergistic approach

This article is a study devoted to the methodology of professional and methodological training of future chemistry teachers using a synergetic approach. Synergetics in the context of education is considered as an innovative methodology that promotes the integration of various aspects of learning and teaching activities to achieve optimal results in developing the competence of future chemistry teachers. The study examines the basic principles and methods of synergetics, their applicability to the educational process, as well as specific practical approaches to organizing the professional training of chemistry teachers based on the synergetic approach.

State of professional readiness of the future physical education teachers

The current state of training of students of the faculties of physical education and sports requires modernization and improvement of the training process of future physical education teachers in secondary schools. The problem of forming the professional readiness of teachers is currently in the center of attention of the Ukrainian education sphere. Professional training of physical education teachers must meet the requirements of the methodology of modern science; organically fit into the general theory of the culture of the individual and society; to enable students to identify and solve philosophical, cultural, sociological, psychological and pedagogical problems. The purpose of the work is to determine the professional readiness of future physical education teachers to work in a secondary school. The research methodology is based on the theoretical and scientific-methodical levels of the main provisions of pedagogy and psychology, theory and methodology of physical education and professional education, laws and principles of the educational process in the field of physical culture and sports. Scientific methods were used in the research: analysis of literary sources, pedagogical observation, interview, questionnaire, assessment of professional readiness. The research was conducted at Zhytomyr Ivan Franko State University in 2021–2023, in which students of the third and fourth years (84 persons) of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports took part. Scientific novelty. The acquired professional knowledge, skills and abilities at the level of the latest achievements of psychological-pedagogical, anatomical-physiological disciplines and a high level of physical and methodical preparation in the field of physical culture and sports are the basis of the successful activity of the future physical education teacher. Conclusions. It was established that 17.6% of third-year students had a high level of professional readiness, 50.9% had an average level and 31.5% had a low level. The fourth-year students showed better knowledge, abilities and skills, their professional training, and accordingly, their professional competences are higher: 23.8% have a high level of professional training, 51.8% - average, and only 24.4% - low.

The Impact of a Dual Education System on the Professional Training of Future Preschool Teachers in Higher Education Institutions

The aim of the article is to determine the specifics of the impact of dual education on the future preschool teachers’ professional competence. The study employed such methods as testing, observation, and formative experiment. It was established that future preschool teachers are characterized by low motivation for professional activity, medium level of theoretical knowledge and professional skills, insufficiently developed pedagogical reflection. The hypothesis about the difference between the influence of dual and institutional education on the future preschool teachers’ professional competence was partially confirmed. Dual education demonstrated the best effectiveness in developing the active and reflective components in future preschool teachers. They are slightly better in the development of indicators of the cognitive component, the results belong to the institutional form of higher education. The dual education programme is ineffective in developing the motivational component of the future preschool teachers’ professional competence. The obtained results open up opportunities to improve dual education programmes for the training of future preschool teachers: focus on the development of future preschool teachers’ professional motivation, improving theoretical knowledge in a preschool education institution. The results also indicate the need to enhance the development of motivation and professional reflection of future specialists in the institutional form of higher education. The prospects for further research are the study of the possibilities of using dual education in the training of students of other pedagogical majors.

IMPLEMENTATION OF STEM EDUCATION IN THE PROCESS OF PROFESSIONALTRAINING OF FUTURE TEACHERS

The article is devoted to the topical issue of introducing STEM-education into the process of professional training of future teachers. The introduction substantiates the relevance of the research related to the needs of information society for specialists who possess STEM-competencies. The problem statement lies in defining effective strategies, methods, and practices for integrating STEM-approaches into pedagogical education, as well as evaluating their impact on training future teachers for modern educational environments. The analysis of recent research provides insights into the theoretical foundations of STEM-education and the experiences of implementing STEM-approaches in education both in Ukraine and abroad. The theoretical framework of the study is grounded in the works of domestic and international scholars in STEM-education, pedagogy, and psychology. The research results reveal effective strategies, methods, and practices for implementing STEM-approaches in pedagogical education and assess their influence on the formation of STEM-competencies in future teachers. The conclusions summarize the research findings and outline prospects for further research in this field. The article underscores the importance of implementing STEM-education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) in the training process of future teachers. The authors justify the necessity of integrating STEM-competencies into pedagogical practice in light of contemporary educational demands and the job market. They analyze approaches to integrating STEM-education into teacher training programs and highlight methods and tools that facilitate effective preparation of educational professionals with a STEM-component in mind. Furthermore, the article examines the challenges and prospects of implementing STEM-education in higher pedagogical education and provides recommendations for further research and development in this field. The conclusions of the article contribute to understanding and developing strategies for implementing STEM-education in the training of future educators with the aim of enhancing their competitiveness in the modern job market.

Visual Analysis of Present Situation of Teacher Development Research

This paper combs the present situation of research on teacher development and training through visual analysis. This paper analyzes 538 high-level documents of related research collected in China HowNet since 2014, and systematically analyzes the present situation of teacher development research in China from the visual perspective. The analysis results show that the research topics of teacher development and training mainly focus on teacher development, teacher professional development, teacher training, teacher evaluation and teaching quality. The research also found that the research results of teachers' development and training showed a downward trend in recent ten years, especially the research on teachers' development in colleges and universities was less.

Individual Development in Increasing Teacher Professionalism at SMA Negeri 1 Cirebon City

This research aims to determine the picture of teacher professionalism at SMA Negeri 1 Cirebon City. Teacher professionalism requires individual development and organizational development. One of the individual developments is carrying out professional teacher education and training. This improvement requires teacher expertise in educating and teaching students with various approaches and learning models. The research used quantitative descriptive analysis methods on 16 teachers as respondents at SMA Negeri 1 Cirebon City and interviews to ensure the validity of the instrument answers distributed through the survey. Data collection techniques were carried out using observation and survey instruments. The results of the research show that the development of teacher professionalism has four aspects, namely: the development of teacher professionalism for 16 teachers at SMA Negeri 1 Cirebon City has four aspects, namely: (1) expertise, including (a) mastery of the material ( 37.5% ) ( b) class mastery (31.255%), and (c) pedagogical mastery (31.25%), (2) sources of income, including: (a) meeting basic family needs (62%), (b) being able to share with others (25%), and (c) not lacking financially (12.5%), (3) improving quality, including: (a) increasing student achievement (50%), (b) increasing school achievement (31.25% ), and (c) increasing personal achievement (18.75%), and (4) code of ethics, including (a) maintaining integrity (100%), (b) honesty (100%), (c) discipline (100 %), and (d) responsible (100%). Teacher professionalism development must be carried out periodically and continuously.

A systematic review on the formative assessment practice in teaching and learning in secondary school

Formative assessment is an assessment that is conducted throughout the teaching and learning process. Therefore, teachers should play an important role in mastering the appropriate approaches to practicing formative assessment. According to previous studies, some teachers are unable to comprehend the roles of formative assessment practices in teaching and learning, which prevents them from using them effectively in the classroom. Many researchers have conducted research related to the practice of formative assessment in schools due to this issue. Therefore, this article aims to conduct a systematic literature review (SLR) on past studies related to the practice of formative assessment in teaching and learning in secondary schools. This SLR writing process has been referred to as the Preferred Reporting Items for systematic review and meta-analysis (PRISMA) writing standard. To find related articles and resources in this systematic literature review, two main databases, namely Web of Science and Scopus, were used. A total of 19 articles were extracted from 366 from 2017 to 2021, with exceptions and inclusion criteria considered. Based on the theme analysis, this SLR has three main themes: assessment diversity; assessment strategies, and student learning development. Thus, this study suggests that all compulsory levels of education understand formative assessment conceptually and its implementation comprehensively. This can be disseminated through teacher professional development training programs. It is hoped that such programs will develop teachers who are committed to integrating the concept and practice of assessment for the benefit of students in twenty-first century education.

The Phenomenon of “Artificial Intelligence” in the Formation of Transversal Competencies of the Future Teacher: Pros and Cons

This article updates the problem of professional training of the future teacher in the context of rethinking the education process, forming a system of knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for the professional competitiveness of the future specialist. An attempt was made to draw attention to the urgent need to modernize the educational process in the context of searching ways to effective adaptation of modern youth to the realities of the 21st century. The importance of the term “transversality”, which previously functioned in a highly specialized environment of mathematical sciences, is emphasized in order to explain its modern interpretation in the field of professional education. The rapid processes of globalization and the consequences of the fourth scientific and technical revolution 4.0 (since the middle of the 20th century), which encompassed the intellectual activity of mankind, contributed greatly to the informatization of society, highlighted the need to develop the ability to solve problems related to technological achievements and intercultural communication. A special role is assigned to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and science; analyzed the research of Ukrainian and foreign scientists dedicated to the study of the processes of perception, understanding and use of artificial intelligence by a modern student. The positive and problematic aspects of the introduction of the capabilities of artificial intelligence in the educational process of higher education institutions are considered; impact of computerization on all spheres of social and economic life of society is proven. It was concluded that in modern education it is necessary to develop awareness and understanding of the complex nature of artificial intelligence, ethical norms of its application in the educational process; to form the skills of a conscious approach to determining the degree of effectiveness of the achievements of innovative processes.

Digital Competence Among the Key Components of Future Masters of Primary Education Professional Training: Theoretical Interpretations

The article draws attention to the issue of professional training of future masters of primary education and the role of digital competence in it. It involves addressing various challenges and considerations to ensure that educators are well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of primary school students. The author outlines several aspects in this direction: innovative pedagogical knowledge and skills, active technology integration, proper classroom management, appropriate assessment and evaluation, and professional development. It is proved that integration of technology into the classroom results in digital competence improvement of future educators. Numerous interpretations of digital competence by Ukrainian and foreign researchers are presented. The international scientific findings proved, the concept of “information and communication competence” is not limited to technological or digital spheres only, on the contrary, it is transformed in a wider context and applied in almost all spheres of an individual’s life. In the context of digitalization of the education system, it is assured that the possession of digital competence aims at purposeful and independent use of ICT tools in educational activities, as well as in the process of methodical and research work; maximum use of the potential of digital technologies in the process of identifying and solving pedagogical tasks. The experience of formation of digital competence of future masters of primary education within their professional training at PNU is presented n the article.