Innovative Educational Technologies Research Articles

Development of advanced digital ecosystems at universities: A study comparing experiences from Ukraine, Poland and Slovakia

AbstractDuring the war, a significant number of Ukrainian universities were tragically destroyed, while others were relocated. The challenging wartime circumstances in which universities operate in Ukraine have increased the use of distance education. University management and academic staff agree that the quality of services offered hinges on the establishment of comprehensive open electronic student campuses. These online campuses will deliver educational content, but also innovative pedagogical technologies for fostering competency development. This can be used for competency development in the use of gamification techniques, promoting entrepreneurship and start‐ups, implementing project methodologies, leveraging research and cognitive technologies, as well as using digital tools for communication and collaboration, and employing formative assessment strategies. The objective of the study on which this article reports was to determine the university ecosystem model most amenable for providing high quality digital education. We describe and analyse current digital education ecosystem models and examine their implementation at three universities: (1) Borys Grinchenko Kyiv University (BGKU), Ukraine; (2) University of Silesia (US), Poland; and (3) Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra (UKF), Slovakia. Both strengths and limitations of online campuses are outlined. Our analysis supports the development of key performance indicators to assess the development of university digital education ecosystems and establish the necessary and sufficient conditions for implementation. Insights gained from organising education in remote learning conditions in wartime Ukraine are valuable also for educators in other countries.

Meta analyzing the ease of use of e-modules in learning

Technological innovation in education is necessary to increase the quality of learning by utilizing specialized media. One of the efforts made by educators is to use e-modules in learning. E-modules are digital media containing text, video, audio, and animation, which are combined according to the learning needs of students/students. This research was conducted to describe the practicality of using e-modules for teachers/lecturers and students/students. In this study, ten articles were sampled regarding the use of e-modules. Based on the research results, it is known that the average practical value of using e-modules for teachers is 90.63 in the convenient category, while the average practical value of students is 87.09 in the applicable category. Based on the results of a review of the use of the developed e-module, it is included in the practical category so that the e-module can be used in learning activities.

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

The article aim: define the concept of «innovation», conduct a comprehensive analysis of modern innovative educational technologies used to improve the quality of education, consider the legislative framework in the field of education and in the field of innovation. Methods applied: analysis of scientific literature, systematization and generalization of research materials, which allowed to identify the state of the problem of the use of innovative technologies in the modern educational process; pedagogical observation and systematization in order to obtain research results on the active introduction of innovative pedagogical technologies, methods and techniques in the higher education system. The classification of innovations is presented. The role of innovations in education in economic development is shown. Modern educational and pedagogical technologies are considered. The main directions of implementation of information and communication technologies in the field of education are shown. Innovative methods and educational technologies are analyzed: e-learning, blockchain, interactive learning technologies, VR, augmented reality technologies, multimedia technologies. The use of the described innovative technologies in teaching allows achieving the following results: to ensure the mastery of knowledge and skills by each student; to develop learning independence; to form a zone of immediate professional development that ensures further individual work on the educational program; to create conditions for each student to realize the personal content of the results of learning activities based on their self-control, self-assessment and self-correction; to reduce the number of errors in solving practical problems in other disciplines. Innovative technologies are an ordered set of actions, operations and procedures that ensure the achievement of a diagnosed and predicted result.

INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE CONDITIONS OF TRANSFORMATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

The article provides an overview of the current state of higher education, challenges faced by traditional teaching methods, as well as ways to solve these problems with the help of innovative pedagogical technologies. The purpose of the article is to determine the role of innovative pedagogical technologies in higher education in the context of the transformation of the educational environment to increase the effectiveness of education. The peculiarities of the use of innovative pedagogical technologies implemented in higher education are analyzed. Attention is focused on the importance of adaptation to the changing educational environment and the use of innovative pedagogical technologies to improve the quality of teaching and learning. Specific examples of innovative pedagogical technologies and their advantages and disadvantages in higher education are provided, as well as recommendations for further research and implementation. It has been proven that the integration of innovative pedagogical technologies in higher education can provide new opportunities for personalized and flexible learning, strengthen interaction and cooperation between teachers and students of higher education, and contribute to increasing the efficiency of the educational process. In general, the article provides a comprehensive analysis of innovative pedagogical technologies in higher education, their advantages, problems and considerations, as well as real examples of their successful implementation and recommendations for further research to solve the problems of using innovative pedagogical technologies in higher education. These studies should be focused on the development of best practices for integrating these technologies into the educational process of higher education institutions, ensuring their availability and solving problems of bias and discrimination, studying their impact on the learning outcomes of students of higher education. In addition, research should also examine the ethical and social implications of these technologies and their impact on the individual and society as a whole.
 Keywords: innovative pedagogical technologies; educational environment; e-learning; blended learning; mobile learning; gamification; virtual reality; augmented reality; artificial intelligence; machine learning.

Can Indonesia's Decentralized Education Technology Governance Policy: Evidence from Muslim Countries

<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p>Decentralization of education policies has been implemented in Indonesia and Malaysia; however, their potential impact on Islamic education technology innovation remains to be seen. Comparing and contrasting the Education Decentralization Policies of Malaysia and Indonesia is the objective of this study. This is normative legal research derived from tertiary, primary, and secondary legal sources. First, decentralization policies for the development of Islamic education technology are complicated, according to the research findings, because the Ministry of Education and Culture and the Ministry of Religion have a dualism of regulation and management that violates the concepts and spirit of regional autonomy. Second, regulatory dualism affects the quality of education in Indonesia, whereas integrated management is implemented in a single institution for education in Malaysia. Thirdly, Malaysia has endeavored since elementary school to integrate science and technology. Over the past decade, the Indonesian central government has implemented the Madrasah Reform program, among other initiatives and developments, to develop IT-based Islamic education.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div>

INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES USAGE TO DEEPEN LINGUISTIC COMPETENCE IN A HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

In the modern educational environment, the emphasis on linguistic competence formation becomes crucial since globalization and international cooperation foresee a significant impact of language training on key processes in education. This article examines modern trends in the usage of innovative pedagogical technologies in higher education to deepen the linguistic competence of students of higher education institutions. The author analyzes the role of innovations in pedagogy and linguistics and highlights the advantages of using these technologies in the environment of higher education institutions.
 The author focuses on the study and analysis of such approaches as the Flipped Classroom, case study technology, and literary analysis of cases, the usage of virtual reality, and the project activity method.
 The article highlights how these innovative methods can change the traditional approach to language learning, allowing higher education students to actively engage in foreign language learning and develop their linguistic competence. Flipped Classroom allows you to shift the emphasis from lecture teaching to the independent work of higher education students, while case study technology stimulates analytical thinking and solving practical problems. Literary analysis of cases contributes to the study of real situations of using a foreign language, and the usage of virtual reality makes learning more exciting. The method of project activity supports the development of communication and organizational skills of educational process participants.
 All these pedagogical approaches are considered in the context of their influence on the deepening students’ linguistic competence and the possibilities of their active learning and self-development. The study offers an efficient contribution to the usage of innovations in higher education to improve the effectiveness of foreign language and linguistic disciplines.

Application of effective methods in the educational process based on innovative, interactive, and game technologies

The article aims to examine the content and effectiveness of educational technologies in the educational process. In the study, a combination of methods including literature analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, generalization, and design were employed. The article provides a brief overview of interactive, game-based, and innovative educational learning technologies, analyzes research on their effectiveness in various age groups of children and adults, and explores their potential for individuals with disabilities. The study also identifies the conditions necessary for the effective utilization of these technologies in the educational process. Based on the findings, it is concluded that these technologies have the potential to enhance learning outcomes and meet the diverse needs of learners. Recommendations for future directions include further research on the optimal integration of these technologies and their continuous adaptation to keep pace with evolving educational requirements. Keywords: Educational process; game technologies; innovative technologies; interactive technologies.

An empirical study on immersive technology in synchronous hybrid learning in design education

Immersive technology plays an increasingly important role in design education, supporting digital literacy and experiential learning in higher education, particularly in the post-COVID-19 context. Many design disciplines, such as Architecture and Landscape Design, which used to rely heavily on physical field trips, and dialogic studios as signature pedagogies, had to adapt to the proliferation of innovative educational technologies due to the suspension of face-to-face teaching and learning. Augmented reality and virtual reality are now extensively used in technology and design education to support a more interactive, collaborative, and student-centred approach to learning. This paper expands on a pilot research study on the transition from traditional signature pedagogies of studio-based design education to technology-enhanced collaborative learning to support experiential learning. Based on Kolb’s experiential learning framework concerning four learning modes, namely, concrete experience (CE), reflective observation (RO), abstract conceptualisation (AC), and active experimentation (AE), this paper analyses data from 75 undergraduate students across four cohorts in three different higher education institutions in Hong Kong. They were surveyed on their experiences of synchronous hybrid virtual experiential learning with design and technology curricula. Furthermore, six students were interviewed about their experiences. The research findings confirm two research hypotheses showing that immersive experiential learning could constructively align RO and AE, thus bringing an overall positive impact on the experiential learning process, but shows no conclusive influence on promoting CE, especially AC. The quantitative findings and qualitative results gave new insights into the discussion of the theoretical and practical implications of the study.

Проблемно базираното обучение и проектно базираното обучение в STEM направлението

The time and context in which today's students live and learn are complex and dynamic. Pedagogical methods and approaches that gave good results yesterday are insufficiently effective today. It is imperative to combine working models with innovative educational technologies based on the integral and constructivist approach, to upgrade and enrich pedagogical practice with educational methods, approaches and tools adequate to the requirements of the time. This article examines the role of project-based learning and problem-based learning in STEM subjects for the formation of the key competencies and soft skills necessary for successful personal, social and professional realization. The holding of a Science Fair in the Second English Language School is brought out as a good practice and its role is emphasized in increasing the motivation of students for achievements in the field of natural sciences, as well as for their professional orientation in this direction.

Innovative Educational Technologies: European Experience and its Implementation in the Training of Specialists in the Context of War and Global Challenges of the 21st Century

The objective of this article is to dissect the European encounter with pioneering educational technologies in the face of the 21st century's global challenges. The methodologies employed encompass theoretical content analysis and empirical survey techniques. The outcomes underscore the core of the innovation concept in education, along with the theoretical underpinnings guiding the integration of innovations within European pedagogical frameworks. Drawing from empirical measurements, several assertions are substantiated. Notably, the significance of the learning environment emerges, alongside educators' general inclination toward embracing innovative educational approaches in contrast to traditional teaching methods. Worth highlighting is the European Union's provision of specialized programs aimed at honing proficiency in working with groundbreaking technologies via internships. In Germany, the "Promotion an Hochschulen in Deutschland" initiative is exclusively tailored to train research and instructional personnel for the country's higher education establishments. France's Sorbonne University offers dedicated courses to augment digital prowess. Correspondingly, in England, the Centre of Excellence for Teaching and Learning is dedicated to fostering the professional advancement of aspiring educators, guaranteeing their possession of pertinent proficiencies. These mobile internships for European educators have evolved into a standard practice for nurturing digital literacy. Participation in such endeavors is characteristic of contemporary European educational hubs, further propelling educators' preparedness and growth within the digital epoch. The conclusions underscore the assorted array of innovations employed by instructors, encompassing platforms, interactive whiteboards, mobile applications, and cloud services.

With Regard to the Means and Priorities for the Development of the Professional Education System (The Experience of the EU Countries for Ukraine)

The aim of the article is the analysis of means and priorities for the vocational education system development, and to comprehend the positive experience of the EU countries that can be implemented in Ukraine. For the realisation of the purpose the next methods were used: analysis, synthesis, comparison, abstraction, forecasting. In the results, it is noted that the Ukrainian structure of professional education differs from the European one in the absence of intermediary organisations that contribute to the educational process. The cooperation in establishing links between industries, firms and companies, and professional education institutions is at the level of private initiatives. It has also been found that the negative processes that hinder the development of the transformation of vocational education are uncompetitive teacher salaries and low levels of digital competence. Accordingly, this affects the low motivation to use innovative educational methods and technologies in education. The conclusions note the possibility of borrowing the French experience of the reorganisation of professional education with the formation of a structure in which students begin to receive professional education in the last grades of school.

Implementation of Innovative Educational Technologies in the Training of Specialists in Pedagogy and Psychology (European Experience)

The modern development of educational services market dictates new rules for the use of technologies in education. The purpose of the article is to analyse the introduction of innovative educational technologies into the system of training specialists in pedagogy and psychology based on available European experience. For its implementation, the methods of comparative analysis, concretisation, and generalisation were used. They facilitated the task of characterising the key features of the organisation of innovative educational space on the example of the activities of modern universities in EU countries. In the results, the general principles of transformations in the training of specialists in pedagogy and psychology were analysed, the definition of innovative technologies in the modern understanding of their use in personnel training is given. The experience of teaching and using innovative technologies in Latvia, Romania, and Germany, France (Sorbonne University, University of Karlsruhe, University of Latvia and others) is summarized. One emphasises on the importance of using this experience, which enables students of higher education learning independently, to accumulate knowledge in a non-traditional way by using information and communication technologies and other innovative methods. Important for future use are projects on improving students' multimodal writing practice skills, developing their research skills using modern media libraries and open access informational didactic materials. In the conclusions, it is determined that outside the EU, the system of training specialists and openness to the perception of reforms need further improvement.

Використання майндмеппінгу як засобу візуалізації у процесі викладання дисципліни «міжнародне право»

The article analyzes the feasibility of using mindmapping in the process of training specialists in international law. Possible ways to use mental maps during lectures, seminars and practical classes, as well as in distance learning have been identified and outlined. The analysis of scientific sources proved that oral presentation of the material is not enough to improve the level of students' knowledge. Visualization of information improves its perception and memorization by students. The main advantages of mindmapping include: improved concentration, systematic and structured material, the ability to process large amounts of information in a short period of time, the development of both professional and general competencies, the formation of creative thinking and others.In order to improve the perception of information in the classroom, in our opinion, it is necessary to use such methods of visualization, which in combination with the oral explanation of the lecture material maximize the quality of knowledge of future specialists in international law. Such innovative pedagogical technologies include scribing and mindmapping.Currently, there are no studies on the impact of the use of mental maps on improving the quality of knowledge of specialists in international law. Mental cards are ideal for use in higher education. Their main advantage is that mindmapping can be used during all types of training sessions. Combined with the brainstorming method, this method allows you to effectively solve complex professional practical problems. Students can create maps both individually and as part of working groups.All this suggests that the use of mindmapping during lectures, seminars and practical classes is methodologically sound and in combination with other innovative learning technologies can significantly improve the quality of students' knowledge.

CURRENT TRENDS IN THE EDUCATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN IN RUSSIA

Preschool education in Russia is undergoing significant changes. At preschool age, the foundations of a research and creative attitude to the world are laid. The purpose of the article is to reveal current trends, innovative approaches, and features of public preschool education in modern Russia. A significant difference between innovation and traditional activity is described. The authors reveal modern forms of preschool education: experimentation, projects together with parents, digital technologies, etc. The specifics of the organization of educational activities with children in kindergarten, the variety of traditional classes, the innovativeness of various forms of children's activities are shown. The authors paid a special attention to the issues of the attitude of parents and children to the use of innovative technologies in preschool education. The analysis of research and work experience revealed significant changes in the development of a preschool child's personality in the process of mastering a behavior model in a new information environment. The authors substantiate the importance of experimental activities in preschool age, the role and place of the developing subject-spatial environment in which the tasks of physical, speech, cognitive, social and communication are solved.

Innovative approaches and methods in language and literature education professional training

The article explores various innovative teaching technologies for the Ukrainian language and the appropriateness of their use to enhance students' knowledge quality and develop their intellectual and linguistic abilities. Presently, the demand for specialists in the labor market and their competitiveness largely depend on competent speech (oral and written), the ability to communicate effectively, knowledge of language influence techniques, and persuasion. It is noted that societal needs are changing, which require a teacher to be an innovator and researcher capable of critical thinking. However, there is a limited number of developed innovative technologies focused on fostering the individuality of future professionals. The article examines innovative educational approaches that are advisable to prepare future professionals, their impact on the professional training of language teachers, and the dilemmas that arise in current educational conditions. It is proven that experts analyze the development of various directions in contemporary education and science and also contribute to future changes in the reform of future teacher training systems. There is a continuous exchange of ideas, experiences, and knowledge on many modern education and science issues. Higher education teachers use the progressive experience of national and foreign scientists and introduce effective, innovative technologies and teaching methods to improve the education of future language teachers at the current stage of education and science development. The discussed content of innovative technologies and their role in the methodological training of present-day language teachers are oriented toward forming and improving professional competencies. The described technologies can be used in teaching various subjects within the philological cycle. It will help develop a conscious readiness of future language teachers to implement innovative approaches in the school practices of secondary education institutions. The use of innovative technologies helps address educational and developmental tasks, such as activating students' mental activities and implementing individualized learning. These will help to save learning time for further use, ensure controllability and predictability of results, utilize the best practices from worldwide educational experiences, and create conditions for the practical application of the potential abilities of future language teachers. Innovative technologies effectively implement important didactic principles of linguistic education, such as scientific nature, visuality, accessibility, and autonomy

Embracing a new era of engineering education: Preview of an innovative engineering education journal

Embracing a new era of engineering education: Preview of an innovative engineering education journal

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN TEACHING GEOGRAPHY

This abstract discusses the use of innovative technologies in geography teaching. It highlights how these technologies have transformed the learning experience and deepened students' understanding of the subject. The abstract mentions specific examples such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), drones, online mapping platforms, data visualization tools, mobile applications, and online collaborative platforms. It emphasizes the benefits of using these technologies, including enhanced engagement, experiential learning, spatial analysis, and collaboration. The article concludes by noting that the integration of innovative technologies in geography teaching enables students to develop critical thinking, spatial reasoning, and a holistic understanding of the world.

The Use of Innovative Technologies in Education: analysis of effectiveness and implementation at different levels of education

The Use of Innovative Technologies in Education: analysis of effectiveness and implementation at different levels of education

QUALITY HIGHER MANAGEMENT EDUCATION IS A CONDITION FOR THE EFFICIENCY OF ECONOMIC REFORMS IN UKRAINE

Quality higher education forms national competitiveness and strengthens the country's status in the global economy. The work proves the relevance of ensuring the quality of higher education in the field of management through zones of influence on: a person, his position in life, the surrounding world and the future. Systematized: actual challenges to the practical activity of managers in Ukraine: reengineering of business processes using artificial intelligence; formation of project teams based on holocracy; requirements for speeding up management decision-making; personnel development according to programs of innovation and professional intelligence; development of a manager's emotional intelligence and authentic leadership in order to increase the productivity of project activities; coaching management to concentrate the individual capabilities of employees in the performance of business tasks; increasing the manager's stress resistance; and challenges regarding high-quality training of managers in domestic higher educational institutions: participants in the educational process, who found themselves in the epicenter of hostilities, suffered significant mental and physical injuries; forcibly displaced from the zone of active hostilities, usually face problems of social adaptation; damaged and destroyed infrastructure; return of forcibly displaced participants of the educational process; implementation of the policy of reforming the sphere of education at all levels: improvement of industry standards of higher education, taking into account the latest technologies; digitization of education; inconsistency of the material and technical base of educational institutions with the technological development of research and operational processes; methodological support in accordance with the updated requirements of industry standards of higher education; equal opportunities (transparency and completeness of information) to obtain quality education. In the work, the author structured measures to overcome modern challenges in the field of higher management education in the following directions: innovative management of a higher educational institution; updating the educational institution's strategies for training managers for each global problem (pollution of ecosystems - a strategy of integrated growth due to the implementation of compatible projects on environmental management of various educational programs and cooperation of educational institutions of different countries; low rates of economic growth - a strategy of diversification through the formation of educational projects on management, regarding the restructuring of business entities based on the capabilities of artificial intelligence; energy and food crises - a strategy of intensive growth through the formation of new logistics systems in Ukraine; digitalization and technological development - a strategy for reducing administrative costs of a higher educational institution through the introduction of projects for practical training of students under the management program) ; investing in teacher training programs. The following measures contribute to the development of higher education in the field of management: dialogue around teaching and learning at the international level; innovative creative teaching practices with a high level of impact; innovative educational technologies; joint research of teachers and students in the field of management; integration of the scientific and innovative system of Ukraine into the European research space; intellectual discussions and debates in an interdisciplinary context in training managers. The issue for further research is indicated: the integration of individual student learning trajectories into the structure of curricula of higher educational institutions according to various educational programs.

Ethno-Pedagogical Basis for the Implementation of Innovative Program Systems in the Conditions of an Inter-Ethnic Environment

In connection with the reforms that took place in Bulgarian education in 1991, the beginning of the implementation of conceptual projects, concepts, programs and program systems in the conditions of an inter-ethnic environment was set. A number of kindergartens began to use and test innovative pedagogical technologies for pedagogical interaction in kindergarten conditions until the release of the state educational standards for preschool and school education (2016) in the relevant sub-normative documents. With this report, an attempt will be made for a historiographical analysis of the kindergartens in our country, working on innovative program systems in the conditions of an inter-ethnic environment