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CHALLENGES IN THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF PUBLIC SERVANTS AMID NEW REALITIES IN ADULT EDUCATION: CONCEPTUALIZATION OF COMPETENCE AND SYSTEM APPROACHES
Full text linkThe article examines the multifaceted problems faced by public servants in their professional development within the dynamic conditions of adult education\u27s new challenges within the conceptualisation of competence and the need for system approaches. The challenges in the professional development of public servants in the context of adult education necessitate a reimagining of competence and the adoption of system approaches. Conceptualising competence in a multidimensional way, including digital and interdisciplinary dimensions, is essential. System approaches that integrate training programs, promote continuous learning, coordinate government-wide efforts, and include diverse stakeholders offer a comprehensive solution to address the complex challenges faced by public servants in the contemporary landscape of adult education. By embracing these approaches, public sector organisations can ensure that their workforce is well-equipped to navigate the evolving demands of governance effectively. As practical material for the study, the authors of the article used theoretical and practical experience in training civil servants in Ukraine and the PR China (in particular, the experience of training management personnel in these countries both in the field of formal and non-formal education, as well as the very concept of “managing personnel”).
ATTITUDES OF PARENTS AND TEACHERS TOWARDS MATHEMATICS EDUCATION IN THE CONTEXT OF STEAM EDUCATION
Full text linkThe pre-school period is valuable in itself. It is at this age that the child\u27s most important personality traits, his or her perception, thinking, communication, etc., develop. STEAM goes hand in hand with the development of 21st century skills and should be included as early as possible in the curriculum. Children\u27s early experiences with science, technology, engineering and mathematics and the arts influence their future success in these areas. When teachers give children early opportunities to learn maths and science in an interactive environment that builds communication and collaboration skills, children are more confident and competent in these subjects. This not only makes higher education more accessible to children but also contributes to a well-prepared society. Survey of 116 teachers and 104 parents identified that parents of pre-school children are more accurate in identifying the disciplines that STEAM education integrates, they perceive that the teacher\u27s background in mathematics and science influences children\u27s mathematical and science education, and that young children can apply early mathematical concepts. Parents identified advantages and barriers to the successful implementation of STEAM in pre-school education.
MANAGING THE PANDEMIC IN CARE HOMES – OLDER PEOPLE\u27S PERSPECTIVE
No full textThe ageing population and the challenges it poses are becoming more and more pressing, both in Lithuania and in other European countries. This requires constant attention from researchers and institutions providing social services and education activities. A new challenge is the Covid - 19 pandemic, which has resulted in nursing homes banning visits to residents and restricting educational activities in order to protect the elderly. Residents were not allowed to see relatives and friends. The pandemic and the quarantine imposed in Lithuania caused stress and anxiety for the residents and the negative social consequences are still being felt even after the pandemic. Nine semi-structured interviews were carried out to reveal the attitudes of older people towards the management of the pandemic in care institutions and the peculiarities of communication in care homes during the quarantine. The research revealed that during quarantine, lonely older people were sensitive to a lack of opportunities for social communication, and felt a lack of closeness among people. As a result of the quarantine regime lonely older people felt unfulfilled, lost the ability to realize themselves through certain activities.
STUDY OF THE MODERN PARADIGM OF EDUCATIONAL DIPLOMACY: THE CASE OF UKRAINE
Full text linkThe article examines the modern paradigm of education diplomacy through the elements of public diplomacy instead of classical understanding of diplomacy, namely, the formation of the image of an educational institution, interpersonal relations of participants in the educational process and the definition of new content in the global educational space. Besides, a discourse analysis is conducted, the main tasks of education diplomacy are formulated and defined. The methodological foundations of education diplomacy functioning are considered basing on generalizations of the experience and observations covering this issue, which indicate the multi-vector nature and relevance of the proposed research. Ukraine takes an important place in the development of global education diplomacy, due to positioning itself as a country of cultural and educational values on the international arena. The expert opinions of scientists studying the issue of education diplomacy from the point of view of current development, advantages and challenges are given in the article. An integral part of education is scientific diplomacy, which has been gaining special relevance, since the publication and content of educational and scientific literature determine not only education in general, but also the educational and informational context of the country, in particular. Emphasizing positive trends and achievements in the field of education diplomacy, the authors, on the other hand, listed some problems and challenges in Ukraine, proposed relevant conclusions regarding the in-depth study of the issue. The result of the research was the proposed cluster model of educational diplomacy.
EDUCATIONAL ISSUES IN THE RESOCIALIZATION PROCESS OF CRIMINAL OFFENDERS
Full text linkThe primary focus of the research is to investigate educational challenges in the process of resocializing individuals with criminal tendencies. The research aims to analyze educational issues in the resocialization process of offender to facilitate a more effective resocialization of criminally inclined individuals into society. The research tasks encompass various key objectives, including the analysis of offender characteristics, exploration of the formation process of offender personalities, formulation of proposals to mitigate the negative impact of macro-environmental factors, and development of resocialization recommendations. The novelty of the research is linked to changes in cultural values and social norms influencing the behavior, motivation, and transformation of social values among criminally inclined individuals. The outcomes of the research will contribute to the development of more effective strategies for crime prevention and the resocialization of offender personalities within society. The chosen research methods will provide a comprehensive insight into the formation of offender personalities and the factors influencing them. The monographic method will be utilized to describe existing research findings and provide conceptual explanations regarding offender personality and its formation mechanisms. The comparative method will be applied to assess issues related to the prevention of criminal activities among criminally inclined individuals in Latvia and other countries
COMPUTER VISION TECHNOLOGIES FOR HUMAN POSE ESTIMATION IN EXERCISE: ACCURACY AND PRACTICALITY
Full text linkInformation technologies are increasingly being integrated into all aspects of human life. Over the past few years, the use of machine learning models for human pose detection has significantly increased. As the realms of technology and physical activity converge, understanding the potential of these innovations becomes imperative for refining exercise monitoring systems. The aim of the research - evaluate the accuracy and viability of employing modern computer vision technologies in the identification of human pose during physical exercises. The study employed a combination of machine learning methods, video analysis, a review of scientific literature, and methods from mathematical statistics. The precision evaluation of contemporary machine learning models was conducted on a prepared dataset, comprising annotated images featuring students executing a body balance test with the camera positioned directly towards the subjects. The obtained data showed that both MediaPipe and OpenPose models proficiently recognize key anatomical landmarks during the conducted test. The MediaPipe model demonstrates a lower percentage of deviation from manual annotation compared to OpenPose for most key points: the mean deviation exceeds the threshold for 11 out of 15 key points and 7 out of 18 key points, as defined by the OpenPose and MediaPipe models, respectively. The most significant deviations are noticeable in the detection of points corresponding to the foot and wrist. The derived conclusions underscore the models can address only a portion of the tasks set. Essentially, this raises scepticism regarding the practical application of contemporary machine learning methods for human pose estimation without additional refinement.
INNOVATIVE SOCIAL WORK TECHNOLOGIES DURING MARTIAL LAW
Full text linkInnovative technologies in the field of social work play an important role in supporting the population in the conditions of martial law. Their introduction makes it possible to more effectively solve problems related to the humanitarian consequences of war and provide the necessary support to vulnerable population groups. Modern technologies can become a key tool for the work of social services in difficult conditions. A period of martial law always leads to complex challenges for society, including social aspects. Children and young people, including those with disabilities, need special attention. The authors propose to consider modern technologies as a tool for improving social work with children and young people in the conditions of martial law. An important aspect will be the results and recommendations for social sector specialists regarding their implementation. The purpose of the article is to define and substantiate innovative technologies of social work during martial law with children and youth, including persons with disabilities, and to provide recommendations for social sector specialists regarding the use of the outlined technologies in the social sector of the state and public organizations. The article is devoted to the use of innovative technologies of social work for the development of conflict-free communication skills, effective communication, leadership and creative potential, as well as the involvement of young people in volunteering and social integration
TRANSGENDER’S RIGHTS TO SPORT COMPETITIONS FOLLOWING THE NEW RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIC COMMITTEE (2021)
Full text linkThe topic of human rights is taking on new relevant forms, especially when it comes to transgender rights. Their right to participate in sports has always been a subject of much debate. In November 2021 the International Olympic Committee adopted the new recommendations “Framework on Equity, Inclusion and Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity and Intersex” on transgender people, which declared that each federation has to decide for itself when setting its own rules regarding the right of these people to participate in sports competitions. So, one thing is clear there is no common position on this issue. The article aims to reveal the practical aspects of such regulation regarding the possibilities and limitations of transgender participation in individual sports. The applied research methods are analysis of legal acts and other documents, review of articles and scientific literature, and qualitative comparative analysis. The research results showed that despite the principles specified in the Framework prohibiting discrimination, in practice these principles can be difficult to harmonize, especially if we speak about fair competition and equal opportunities
THE THE WORD CHAIN TEST: THE NORMATIVE DATA FOR STUDENTS FROM GRADES 1 TO 9
Full text linkThe Word Chain Test (WCT) is a rapid screening procedure that appears to identify primary and secondary school students with poor silent word decoding abilities. The WCT was adapted to the Latvian language in 2003. However, norms for the test had yet to be established. The study is aimed to develop the WCT normative data set for students from grades 1 to 9. Students from grades 1 to 9 (N = 4476) representing all geographical regions of Latvia, urban and country territories completed the WCT that included two subtests – letter chains and word chains. The descriptive statistic parameters were estimated for each grade. The results demonstrated statistically significant correlations between scores of word and letter chains and the age of students. The statistically significant differences in the average scores of letter and word chains were found between boys and girls. The scores of letter and word chains were scaled separately for boys and girls by grade using a standard nine-point scale. The 5th, 7th, and 16th percentiles were estimated for diagnostic purposes. The developed WCT normative data set allows the examiner to assess students\u27 visual-spatial and word-decoding skills. Future studies should continue the standardization procedures by determining the convergent and clinical validity of the WCT
THE POTENTIAL OF THE SCHOOL LIBRARY TO PROMOTE’STUDENTS’ SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING
Full text linkMotivating students to read more is becoming increasingly important nowadays. The ability to understand the meaning of a text, to analyse, critically evaluate and verify the information and facts, as well as formulate one\u27s own opinion - this is a skill that is vital for modern people living in the 21st century - the century of fake news. The latest PISA 2022 study shows that average reading performance in Latvia has fallen in comparison to 2018 results. The average reading achievement of pupils of Latvia has been falling every year since 2012. The challenge for schools is to use their internal resources to stimulate pupils\u27 interest in reading in order to break this trend. One of the school\u27s internal resources is a library. The school library has an important role to play in motivating pupils to read and to learn. It is an environment that encourages and supports reading and self-directed learning. The aim of this publication is to describe possibilities of raising reading interest and self-directed learning opportunities in school library