Problems of Formation of Technological Education at the Present Stage of Development

Abstract

The aim of this study is to determine the problems of development of technological education in modern Russia.

Methods. The authors of the article use a systematic probability sample. Of the 824 participants of the experiment in two Russian regions (Moscow Region and Moscow) is selected 163 people for interviewing. With homogeneous general population probability systematic sampling gives equal opportunity to every member to become a Respondent. The researches use the following methods of data collection: formal interview questionnaire (163 persons), observation of experts in the process of communication with respondents (22 people).

Results. Modern technologies and materials far ahead of existing content, the students (pupils – 54 %, parents – 58 %, teachers of general education schools – 25 %, employers – 64 %); insufficient level of technology and culture students reflected on the effectiveness of their training in the colleges, universities (students – no answers, the parents – 32 %, the teachers of general education schools – 14 %, employers – 58 %).

Conclusions. In terms of technological education, special attention must be given to the following key skills: the formation of the reflexive worldview, understanding the changing nature of the information and remaining open to new data; the analysis of the role of new social and cultural ideas in the interpretation of information and dissemination of knowledge; a willingness to work with conflicting information, the development of a culture of reasoning and discussing in order to achieve consent.