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One of the priorities in professional education, including the training of future geography teachers, is related to ensuring a quality and innovative educational process based on the competence approach and modern innovative educational technologies. In this regard, the present study aims to investigate the pedagogical effectiveness and educational potential of design thinking in the professional training of future geography teachers. The main goal is to enhance the academic performance of students by providing a ...

This article is dedicated to the topical issue of environmental education as a holistic cultural phenomenon in the context of the professional training of future teachers. Environmental education is considered as a multifaceted process that integrates ecological knowledge with cultural, social, and ethical aspects of the interaction between man and nature. The methodological basis of the study was based on the integration of three scientific approaches to the consideration of environmental education as a holistic ...

Modern information educational technologies open up a wide range of opportunities for teachers of general education institutions to develop students' key competences in geography and ecology lessons. According to the federal state standard for geography, the requirements for subject outcomes of the geography course at the profile level should reflect the ability to work with geographic information systems. The existing level of information technology development allows geographic information systems to be adapted ...

This article explores the challenges and opportunities presented by the integration of GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) models in higher education. It examines the implications for teaching methodologies, student engagement, and the potential risks associated with the reliance on AI tools in academic settings. It highlights the benefits of AI in providing personalized, efficient and flexible learning environments, enhancing student engagement, and supporting individualized learning. However, it also addres...

In today's fast-changing world, the link between engineering and environmental protection is very important for higher education institutions (HEIs). As global issues like climate change, resource loss, and biodiversity decline grow, there is an urgent need for professionals who have both technical skills and environmental awareness. These academic programs help create a skilled workforce that can design solutions focusing on ecological sustainability and promote teamwork, connecting engineering and environmental ...

Critical thinking skills are considered as a core competency development issue for future professionals who are preparing to carry out their professional activities in the context of information society and digitalization. It is believed that the role and specificity of critical thinking among future foreign language teachers has not been sufficiently explored. We consider it to be an innovative approach that implies a different understanding of the goals and implementation of the educational process and is relate...

In modern society, the urgency for environmental protection has emerged as a significant global issue. The increasing recognition of the harmful impacts of climate change and pollution has triggered a heightened emphasis on sustainable practices and conservation efforts. Consequently, the importance of foreign languages in promoting environmental protection initiatives has attracted notice within academic communities. The application of language can affect attitudes towards the environment and induce behavioral ch...

From a scientific point of view, the origins of design thinking can be traced back to the late 1960s. The very concept of "design thinking" appeared in the late 1980s and 1990s, when Rolf Faste began teaching design thinking as a "method of creative action" at Stanford University. Since then, various definitions of this concept have been added to the literature. Although design thinking is a business methodology, today it is widely used in the public, non-governmental, health and education sectors. With a view to ...

Eco-innovation is a crucial factor in the drive towards sustainable development, albeit a knowledge-intensive process that requires a fundamental transformation of the education system. The focus should be on sustainable education, characterized by holistic approaches, strategic planning and transformative change. Key elements are learning experience systems that include cognitive understanding, practical skills, social cohesion and emotional intelligence. As UNESCO points out, eight key competences - systemic thi...