Създаване на първата академична специалност Български език и литература в Турция

Author(s): Zeynep Zafer / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 2/2023

Russian Language and Literature is among the first foreign philologies established in the officially opened in 1935 Faculty of Languages, History and Geography in Ankara. In 1962 Bulgarian language began to be taught at the Language School of the Land Forces in Istanbul. The forced change of the names of the Turks in Bulgaria in 1984-1985, which caused a deterioration in bilateral relations, delayed the establishment of the planned bachelor's program in Bulgarian language and literature in the early 1980s. Thus, Polish Language and Literature (1987/1988) overtook Bulgarian studies and became the second philological specialty of the Slavic languages, opened at the University of Ankara. 1991 is the birth date of the academic department university specialty Bulgarian language and literature in Turkey, when the first group of students was admitted. For 32 years, it went through various stages of development or stagnation, but retained its status as a specialty. This article aims to present her previously unexplored and unknown history.

Florea Ioncioaia, Leonidas Rados (coordonatori), Fragmente de pe un câmp de luptă: studii în istoria universității

Author(s): Iana Balan / Language(s): Romanian Issue: 12/2021

Review of: Florea Ioncioaia, Leonidas Rados (coordonatori), Fragmente de pe un câmp de luptă: studii în istoria universității, Editura Universității „Alexandru Ioan Cuza” din Iași, 2018, 380 p.

Moja prva generacija

Author(s): Mira Lakićević / Language(s): Serbian Issue: Spec./2024

In this article, we presented the first generation of social work graduates in Serbia, written by the author who belonged to that generation. The reasons why the social community decided to establish a four-year study program at the Faculty of Political Sciences, University of Belgrade, in the 1973/74 academic year were highlighted. From the presented curriculum, it is evident that the approach was interdisciplinary a quality that has been maintained to this day and is a condicio sine qua non for the high-quality education of social workers. The first generation was characterized by enthusiasm, dedication to their studies, and a willingness to address emerging issues, inevitable when introducing something new in practice and theory, in collaboration with exceptionally conscientious, fair, and responsible professors and the then administration of the Faculty. The first generation was successful, affirming the profession and quickly finding employment in their field after graduation. We could say they were privileged because they were taught by top-notch professors, the best educators, and esteemed researchers.

Драгомир Бонџић, РУСКИ ЕМИГРАНТИ ПРОФЕСОРИ БЕОГРАДСКОГ УНИВЕРЗИТЕТА

Author(s): Ilija Kukobat / Language(s): Serbian Issue: 2/2024

Review of: Драгомир Бонџић, РУСКИ ЕМИГРАНТИ ПРОФЕСОРИ БЕОГРАДСКОГ УНИВЕРЗИТЕТА, Београд, Архипелаг, Институт за савремену историју, 2023, 500.

Dimitrie Cantemir and the Transylvanian School on the Ideological “Line” of Central Europe in the Modern Age

Author(s): Laura Stanciu / Language(s): English Issue: 3/2023

The present study attempts to highlight the originality of the Romanian Enlightenment in Transylvania, looking at the way in which the pre-Enlightenment ideas belonging to Dimitrie Cantemir, grounded in the ideological structure of pre-Romanticism in Central Europe, germinated into the discourse of the members of the Transylvanian School. On the one hand, the author of the study investigates, for each member of the Transylvanian School (Gherontie Cotore, Samuil Micu, Gheorghe Șincai, Petru Maior, Ioan Budai-Deleanu), the takeovers from Cantemir’s work, and, on the other hand, their civic, militant, pragmatic interpretation appropriate to the political priorities in Transylvania.

Școlile de meserii din Basarabia (sfârșitul sec. XIX - mijlocul sec. XX)

Author(s): Elena Madan / Language(s): Romanian Issue: 35/2021

Some of the first vocational schools from the end of the 19th century appeared at the initiative of the government and county authorities. The 11th assembly of the Bessarabian Governmental Zemstva in January 1880, decided to create 7 crafts classes, one in each county. Another reason for opening a vocational school was at the request of the locals, such as the vocational school in Mingir, Ismail County (nowadays in the Hancesti district), opened in 1889 and supported by the then Ministry of Education. It should be mentioned that until 1896 only in Hotin County were opened 17 public classes of carpentry, shoemaking, tailoring. From 1914 onwards, in every county in Bessarabia, except Ismail, there were craft classes. The vocational schools in Bessarabia failed to cover the technical needs of the peasant households in the counties, so the Bessarabian socio-economic system did not benefit enough from their activity. Many of those who worked in the specialized workshops did not have the vocational school, and the learning of the profession was taken from father to son or others being apprentices to a local craftsman; this knowledge gained by future craftsmen although not official they should also be seen as schools of crafts.

Проучване ролята на образованието за икономическото развитие на регионите в България

Author(s): Nikolay Stoenchev,Yana Hrischeva / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2024

The present research is dedicated to studying the influence of the educational structure of the employed persons on the economic results achieved. Comprehensive and reliable statistics by area have been used. An integral coefficient of structural differences by educational degrees was used, calculated by area, for which, with the help of a linear correlation coefficient, a connection was sought with the created gross added value of one employed person by area. The obtained results show a stimulating effect of high levels of education on the achieved economic results. This beneficial effect of the relative share of employed persons with higher education is particularly strong. It is concluded that the restructuring of economic activities in the territory in favor of knowledge-intensive processes and technologies would have a favorable impact on labor productivity and would contribute to the sustainable development of the territory and to the improvement of the living status of the population.

Природонаучната грамотност в учебните програми по човекът и природата и биология и здравно образование

Author(s): Isa Hadjiali,Teodora Kolarova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2024

The article describes a study focused on assessing in what extent main aspects of scientific literacy are represented in the school curricula of the subjects The Human and the nature” V – VI grade and Biology and health education VII – X grade (junior high school stage and first high school stage). In line with its purpose, a content analysis was used as an appropriate method of this particular research. The analysis was directed on four dimensions of the scientific literacy – cognitive-epistemic, functional, social and metacognitive. To investigate how and to what extent these dimensions are presented in the curricula, we analyzed three components: 1) expected outcomes of the training in the subject by areas of competence; 2) expected outcomes by themes of school content for each subject; 3) activities and cross-curricular connections for acquisition of key competences. The results of the study showed that curricula for both stages placed a greater emphasis on the functional dimension of the scientific literacy (skills and abilities) than the cognitive aspect (factual and conceptual knowledge) and the social dimension (attitudes). But at the same time, other valuable aspects of the scientific literacy such as epistemic knowledge (e.g., knowledge of the nature of science) and metacognitive dimension (e.g., metacognitive knowledge and metacognitive skills) are much less represented in these curricular documents.

Модел за изучаване на учебен предмет „Изкуствен интелект“ – концептуални и съдържателни ракурси

Author(s): Iliyan Vasilev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2024

The article proposes a model of in-depth training on modern concepts and practices of artificial intelligence (AI). The model is balanced, with an emphasis on active learning with a synergistic and holistic creative approach, where over 80% of the time the student is involved in an active (individual or collective) activity: researching materials, drawing up models, discussions and debates, SWOT analyses, as well as project-based tasks of greater or lesser volume, problem cases. The topics are considered not only in their strictly technical context, but also holistically synergistically: ethics in the issue of artificial intelligence, strategies for regulations, future perspectives and benefits, personal interests. The curriculum aims to provide high school students with a comprehensive understanding of artificial intelligence, covering fundamental concepts, practical applications, advanced technologies, ethical considerations and future trends in the field, as through a combination of theoretical learning, practical projects, creative activity and discussions, will develop critical thinking skills and will prepare for -further study or career in AI related fields.

Intensive Wellness Program – A Method for Optimizing Motor Condition

Author(s): Darinka Ignatova / Language(s): English Issue: 5/2024

The present material derives theoretical foundations with an emphasis on the development of the motor state, based on the application of an intensive wellness program. The scientific state of teaching methodology in physical education and sports in the first high school stage of the educational degree is monitored. An intensive program for the development of general motor conditions according to the Tabata interval method has been approved in the first high school stage to achieve a high educational standard and increase the efficiency in motor-oriented training. Statistical verification of the effectiveness of a tested intensive wellness program with the organization of an experimental, ascertaining, training, and control stage is presented. Scientifically based conclusions and generalizations are drawn. The purpose of the research is to create an intensive wellness program for the development and improvement of general motor condition, based on the Tabata method in the first high school stage, by implementing and proving its practical effectiveness through testing in the PES1 training consisting of an author’s complex of motor exercises, for wellness-interval training according to the Tabata method. The subject of analysis is the indicators allowing harmonization and individualization of the differences in the students’ motor potential between the two target groups – experimental and control, as well as establishing the effectiveness of the practical application of the implemented intensive wellness program. Scientifically based conclusions will allow establishing changes in the number of students who have covered a high educational standard, as well as improving the effectiveness of motor-oriented learning. The object of the present experimental research is the learning process in the discipline of physical education and sports in the first high school stage of the educational degree. The research scope of the present study is 50 students from two classes of the eighth grade, divided into 25 students each in two target groups – experimental and control. All examined individuals are in good physical and mental condition. To derive a relationship between tracked motor indicators, an analysis of dynamics was applied through mathematical statistical processing to establish variation and correlation coefficients. The application of the innovative technology took place within the academic year 2022/23.

В НОВИТЕ БРОЕВЕ НА СПИСАНИЯТА НА ,,АЗ-БУКИ“ ЧЕТЕТЕ

Author(s): Not Specified Author / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2024

Conceptual Model of Training in Remote Virtual Supervision in Social Work

Author(s): Silviya Beloeva,Nataliya Venelinova / Language(s): English Issue: 5s/2024

The article aims to present a conceptual model of training in remote virtual supervision in social work. This model corresponds to the current trends of digital transformation and has high potential for application in higher education and training specialists in social activities. Тhe authors analyze the opportunities and limitations of digitalization in social work, focusing on the digital adaptation of traditional supervision. They explore the perspective of both synchronous and asynchronous application of virtual supervision, including the need to develop specialized skills for remote, computer-mediated monitoring and advisory support of social workers. The paper comments on specific issues related to digitization such as limited non-verbal cues, privacy, trust issues, and the effects of emotional support in the absence of direct personal connection. The authors suggest educational interventions to overcome these issues.

Изследване приложимостта на блокови вериги от първо ниво (L1) в система за електронно обучение

Author(s): Andrian Minchev,Vanya Stoykova,Galya Shivacheva,Aneliya Ivanova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5s/2024

This paper presents a study on the applicability of blockchain technology in an e-learning system. The technical characteristics and operational costs of using blockchain technology were examined and evaluated to select the appropriate technology for a specific e-learning platform. A comparative analysis of leading Level 1 (L1) blockchain platforms was conducted, focusing on four main metrics: average block generation time, transaction cost, transaction finalization time, and chain throughput measured in transactions per second for each chain. The objective is to assess and compare key parameters that are crucial when choosing a specific blockchain for recording information under real-world conditions in e-learning systems. Methods for analyzing publicly available information were applied, combined with verification of data compatibility and consistency from various sources.

Предизвикателства при промяна на платформи за дистанционно обучение

Author(s): Anton Nedyalkov,Milena Kirova,Miroslava Boneva / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5s/2024

The objective of this paper is to research challenges, including key factors in the process of transitioning from a long-term asynchronous distance learning platform to a new one with enriched functionality. The main issues for reaching the goal are related to surveying the parties involved in the educational process; summarizing and analyzing the results; formulating conclusions and guidelines for taking relevant actions. Two surveys are conducted, using specially developed approaches, to establish student expectations and the attitudes of lecturers from the Faculty of Business and Management of the University of Ruse “Angel Kanchev”, regarding the use of “Moodle” instead of “e-Learning Shell 02”. The proposed guidelines can facilitate the process of migration between platforms and the preparation of documentation for assessment and accreditation of the professional fields in the Faculty.

Opportunities and Challenges for the Education of Students with Special Educational Needs in the Digital Environment: The New Normal

Author(s): Julia Doncheva,Galina Ivanova,Dilshod Tojievich Oblokulov / Language(s): English Issue: 5s/2024

The publication comments on the use of information and communication technologies for students with special educational needs. The educational process also includes the digital environment, which is new for this age period, but extremely interesting and easily digestible. In this regard, the homelands in the 21st century cannot and should not be educated and brought up with the means of their parents or ancestors. Educational institutions, from the very beginning of the introduction of digital technologies until now, have been and are keeping up with the new. The teaching staff, in addition to being rejuvenated in terms of age with young teachers, recently graduated from the universities, where specific training is carried out for methodology and work with ICT, but also constantly upgrade their knowledge, skills and competences in this aspect. The students of the new century have new sensations, needs, motivation, which all of us working in this sector need to comply with and implement effectively, for their sake – the future of the Bulgarian nation.

Application and Assessment of Digital Resources in the Education of Future Pedagogues

Author(s): Galina Ivanova,Milena Velikova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5s/2024

The continuous advance of technologies and their implementation across all stages of education leads to the development and creation of a variety of digital resources that can be a useful part of contemporary education aiming to develop the digital competencies of the students – future pedagogues. As part of the lectures and workshops on “Kindergarden music theory and methodology”, “Musical education in preschool” and “Musical diagnostics in preschool and primary school grades” students (prospective teachers) who were enrolled in education program of University of Ruse were introduced to a variety of digital resources aiding their practical training. During this time, the students acquired additional knowledge on how to apply them in their future teaching practice. The current study shows a poll of students’ opinion on the usefulness of the test “Profile of Music Perception Skills”, the model “Geneva musical emotional scale”, interactive study materials on “General music training”, video lessons on “Musical theory and methodology” and interactive slide on other sources used in their education. A dedicated questionnaire has been used for data collection of this study.

Pre-Service Teachers’ Perceptions of AI and Its Implementation in the Foreign (English) Language Classroom

Author(s): Tsvetelina Harakchiyska,Tsvetomir Vassilev / Language(s): English Issue: 5s/2024

The potential for using artificial intelligence (AI) systems in education (including foreign language teaching and learning) poses new demands on 21st century pre-service teachers who need to be prepared to integrate it successfully in their classrooms. The current paper, therefore, aimed to examine the attitude and readiness of 52 Bulgarian pre-service foreign language teachers on using AI in English language instruction. Based on the data obtained, it was established that the pre-service teachers demonstrated a general positive disposition towards using AI tools in their foreign language lessons and declared their readiness to implement AI technologies in the foreign language classroom but lacked the skills and competencies needed to do so. The results also showed that teacher training institutions and policy makers on national level have to define the AI knowledge, competencies and skills of prospective teachers so that they could actively engage with AI ethically and meaningfully in their profession.

Possibilities for the Application of Artificial Intelligence Systems in the Education of Students of Pedagogical Specialties

Author(s): Petya Stefanova,Angel Smrikarov / Language(s): English Issue: 5s/2024

This paper is based on a study of the possibilities of using artificial intelligence systems in music education within the degree courses of “Preschool and primary education” and “Primary education and foreign languages.” It is known that in the process of music education without special musical training, future educators as well as teachers face certain challenges. The variety of artificial intelligence systems creates conditions for music education that are more accessible and applicable in different areas of music practice. The focus of this research is music learning through interaction with music generation systems, in which the learner assumes a new role: from perceiving and performing music, he/she becomes a co-author and co-creator of a musical piece with all the peculiarities and regularities of musical language. The idea of a musical product thus acquires a new meaning and the students develop not only their musical creativity but also their digital competencies.

Istočno-pravoslavni bogoslovni fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu: inicijative, osnivanje, ukidanje

Author(s): Velimir Veselinović / Language(s): Croatian Issue: 2/2024

In the article, the author deals with the Faculty of Eastern Orthodox Theology on the basis of archival material stored in the Rectorate of the University of Zagreb, the Notes of the sessions of the Croatian Parliament and relevant literature. The Faculty of Eastern Orthodox Theology was the sixth faculty established in the history of the University of Zagreb. Initiatives for its establishment, operation and position in the University, as well as its abolition, are presented. For the first time in historiography, a list of its full-time students and those who completed their studies is included. At the initiative of Josip Juraj Strossmayer, in 1861 the Croatian Parliament adopted the legal basis for the University of Zagreb. Even then, at the parliamentary session, it was proposed to establish a faculty of Eastern Orthodox theology within the university, where Serbs from the Habsburg Monarchy would study primarily. The opinion of the Serbian episcopate in Srijemski Karlovci was also sought on this issue, but it did not give an answer. The idea was repeated in the Croatian Parliament in 1873 on the eve of the opening of the modern university in Zagreb. The leadership of the Karlovci Metropolis replied that this issue cuts into autonomy, and that it could only be decided by the Serbian Church-People's Assembly, before which it had never appeared. The idea also appeared later in the Croatian Parliament as well as in social life. The Faculty of Eastern Orthodox Theology was founded in 1920 and Serbs and Russian refugees studied there. The number of students was small. Eight students received course complete certificates signed by the dean and the rector. During the four years of operation, four professors and one substitute worked at the Faculty. The faculty was in a bad financial position, and its existence was threatened by resistance in Belgrade, Srijemski Karlovci and the Serbian Orthodox Church, which subsided after its abolition in 1924. This act ended the study of Orthodox theology in Zagreb and Croatia, and the last attempt from 1942 did not come to fruition.

The Concept of Education of Paweł Smolikowski CR (1849–1926)

Author(s): Dominika Jagielska / Language(s): English Issue: 2/2024

Paweł Smolikowski CR was a priest, missionary, doctor of theology, as well as a philosopher, historian and writer. A member of the Resurrectionist congregation, he is still regarded as one of the main representatives of Resurrectionist philosophical and pedagogical thought at the turn of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He left behind a rich legacy. His concept of education fits in with the Resurrectionist educational system that was introduced in many places in Europe. In this article, I would like to present the main elements of Paweł Smolikowski's concept of education with emphasis along with its anthropological foundations.