The Management of Teaching in Online and Blended Learning Applied in the Project “Modern Competences of Academic Teachers – the Key to Modern Higher Education Institutions” – Acronym MOCAT

Author(s): Roxana Ştefănescu,Mariana Iatagan,Cristian Uţă / Language(s): English Issue: 4/2021

The management of teaching is connected and could be increased by using a wide range of different methods especially when we refer to Online and Blended learning. In the first part, the paper is aiming at reviewing the literature regarding the concepts and benefits of Online and Blended learning. Based on this considerations, 8 partner universities from 8 countries jointly developed the Project “Modern competences of academic teachers – the key to modern Higher Education Institutions (HEI)” – Acronym MOCAT. The paper underlines the goals and achievements of the MOCAT project that proposes a conceptual process to increase the management performance in teaching. The paper shows in an organized manner the main deficiencies that are altering the teaching competencies of academic teachers and in connection with this, the project offers solutions to improve the methodological competency of the teachers regarding the development and use of modern approaches. The outcomes of the project consist in the development and implementation of a Multicultural Model of an Academic Teacher Competencies and in 10online courses that represent modern training materials in the field of teaching methodology. In the end are exposed the way the results of the project can be evaluated in time as well as the anticipated effects of the project implementation.

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Обучението по история в дигитална среда – aнализ и перспективи

Author(s): Kostadin Paev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 4/2021

Digital learning has long been talked about. Unfortunately, an undesirable situation brought this idea to the fore. History is a subject with wide possibilities for visualization, which process occupies a central place in the digital learning. This publication examines some aspects of history teaching in the transformation of the learning process from a present to a digital environment, based on observations and personal experience over a year.

Students’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Online Distance Language Teaching in Higher Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Author(s): Elena Somova,Denitza Charkova / Language(s): English Issue: 4/2021

The present study examined the relation between students’ preferred mode of learning (online, face-to-face, and hybrid) and their opinions about the effectiveness of an online distance learning English language course under the circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic. The students favoring online distance learning constituted a significantly smaller proportion of the group versus those in favor of face-to-face instruction (p = 0.004). A significant relation was established between the students’ preferred mode of education and their opinions about the course effectiveness (p < 0.001). The students whose preferred form of education was compatible with online distance learning rated the course effectiveness at 93%, those favoring face-to-face education at 58%, and the supporters of hybrid education at 81%. Students’ comments and suggestions for the teaching practice in the post epidemic time are discussed.

Introduction of Online Language Corpora into Future Translators’ and Interpreters’ Teaching

Author(s): Elena Zelenina / Language(s): English Issue: 4/2021

This paper outlines some benefits from online language corpora use in translators’ and interpreters’ teaching, especially its advantages for developing target language competences, translation competences and scientific research competences of future translators and interpreters. The author shares the results of her five year theoretical and empirical studies in training students to apply online language corpora in doing their language research projects, as well as offers rationalizing contributions to existing pedagogical language corpora applications in university teaching practice. The main resultant outcome of the author’s scientific pedagogical studies has become the Research-Oriented Methodology of Gradual Online Language Corpora Introduction.

Универсальные смыслы в русских романах ХХІ века

Author(s): Alexey Manchev,Dmitriy Pol / Language(s): Russian Issue: 4/2021

Universals as a continuation of the traditions of Russian novels of the 19th – 20th centuries. Universal meanings are clearly expressed in Russian novels of the 21st century and are conditioned by modern problems of society. Universal meanings are viewed through the prism of universal images and motives. The image of the wanderer as a universal image in the novels “Laurus”, “Aviator”, “Nenastye”, “Winter Road”, “Gods of the Steppe”.

Минало и настояще на българистиката в Белградския университет

Author(s): Ivana Davitkov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2021

This article aims to outline the main stages in the development of Bulgarian studies at the University of Belgrade, as well as to describe its current state, without claiming to be exhaustive. The first stage of the development of the specialty could rather be considered a preparatory stage in the development of Bulgarian studies as we know it today. The second stage is marked by the scientific work of Marin Mladenov and the development of mainly literary Bulgarian studies. In the third stage, the emphasis is placed on the linguistic Bulgarian studies by Mariana Aleksic, as the teaching staff expands. Today, the Faculty of Philology at the University of Belgrade is the only place in Serbia where Bulgarian studies exist as a separate specialty within the Department of Serbian with South Slavic Languages. The Bulgarian language is also studied as an elective discipline (two-semester and four-semester), and almost all Bulgarian disciplines can be studied as electives by students from other specialties. It could be said that Belgrade Bulgarian studies today strive to soon achieve the much-needed balance in the presence of specialists in the field of literature and language.

Падежни остатъци при българските фразеологизми

Author(s): Nemanja Jovanović / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 5/2021

This article analyzes the case remnants in Bulgarian phrasemes. As a source we used Nov frazeologichen rechnik na balgarskiya ezik (1993) by Keti Ankova-Nicheva. Where possible, a comparison has been made with phrasemes in Russian, Serbian, Old Bulgarian and Church Slavonic, which are taken from phraseological dictionaries of the respective languages. The origin of some case forms has been studied. The methods of definitional, component and comparative analysis with Slavic synthetic languages are used. The analysis of the material shows that under the influence of the Church Slavonic language, most of the phraseologies that have retained case forms belong to the sphere of religion.

Presentism as a Research Strategy in Modern History of Education

Author(s): Leonid Vakhovskyi,Andriy Ivchenko,Tetiana Ivchenko / Language(s): English Issue: 5/2021

The article deals with the peculiarities of use of presentism as an approach in historical knowledge connected with the relationship between the past and the present. The essence of presentism, its cognitive potential, types, strengths and weaknesses are revealed. Special attention is paid to the analysis of the cognitive capabilities of presentism as a research strategy in history of education, the identification of the risks that arise in connection with its use. It is shown that the main reasons for using presentism in historical and pedagogical research are as follows: substantiation of the relevance of the chosen topic; construction of a methodological research project; substantiation of the practical significance of the results obtained. The emphasis is made on the fact that the presentist approach, the use of which is inevitable, can lead to the distortion of the past, generate bias and tendentiousness in historical analysis, conclusions, generalizations, interpretations, assessments and, thereby, reduce the objectivity, scientific character and theoretical potential of the results obtained. Overcoming the negative consequences of the use of peresentism requires balance and attitude to the historical and pedagogical experience as a unique, inimitable phenomenon that cannot be transferred and repeated in the present in order to solve up-to-date educational problems.

Идеен модел на национална стратегия за противодействие на хибридните заплахи

Author(s): Vasya Vasilev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 3/2024

The focus of this article is the presentation of an exemplary conceptual model of a strategy for countering the hybrid threats of the Republic of Bulgaria. The emphasis is on the extreme need for its preparation, given the deepening theoretical knowledge and understanding of hybrid threats, as well as their expanding application in practical terms. Both the adopted legal framework and the established structures for deterring and neutralizing hybrid threats in NATO, the EU and partner countries have been examined. The most general conceptual recommendations for the preparation of the national strategy are given, and through a comparative analysis, the existing analogous documents in the Czech Republic and the Republic of North Macedonia are revised, the structure and content of which can be adapted according to the Bulgarian reality.

Концептуални виждания на НАТО за бъдещото противопоставяне и развитието на военния инструмент на мощта

Author(s): Nikolay Nedyalkov / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 3/2024

The article presents one of the aspects of the process of transformation and adaptation of NATO to the security environment after the annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation in 2014 – the conceptual development of the Alliance's military instrument of power in the context of future confrontation. It examines the major strategic documents newly adopted in this period, focusing on NATO Warfighting Capstone Concept and its impact on some perceptions of Alliance collective defence.

Идентификация и оценка на риска от терористични действия в критични инфраструктурни обекти от значение за националната сигурност

Author(s): Danail Petev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 3/2024

Тhe article examines the essence and goals of the phenomenon of terrorism, the main reasons contributing to its emergence and the activities in the fight against it. The process of managing the risk of terrorism is revealed. Alternative approaches to terrorist threat prevention are explored. On the basis of system analysis and risk management methodology, the theoretical foundations of criticality and vulnerability of critical infrastructure are explored. The coordination in the activities of the ministries and departments in the fight against terrorism in relation to national security is presented.

Откриване на останки от самолета Neptune 2-P-103 на аржентинските военноморски сили по време на полярната експедиция на научноизследователския кораб „Св. Св. Кирил и Методий“

Author(s): Aleksandrina Angelova / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 3/2024

The article describes the events related to the discovery of the remains of the aircraft NEPTUNE 2-P-103 by the Argentine Navy during the 32nd polar expedition of the Bulgarian naval research ship “St. st. Cyril and Methodius”. An analysis of the coverage of the tragedy in local periodicals over the years was carried out and the research methods of martyrology were applied. The transfer of the remains to the Argentine Navy brings our countries closer together. Among the words of the relatives of the crew members of NEPTUNE 2-P-103, a deep gratitude to Bulgaria sounds.

Югоизточна Европа – сътрудничество и/или интеграция?

Author(s): Nevena Aleksieva / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 4/2024

As a part of Europe and in perspective – also a part of the EU, SEE is inevitably linked to multilayered and multidirectional processes – in the Union and in the region. The key question, which has a new significance and new dimensions in the context of the war in Ukraine, is – which direction will SEE countries take – backwards towards nationalism or forward looking towards effective integration into a community based on supranational and commonly accepted rules? Towards mutually beneficial regional exchanges and the completion of regional identity with a serious effect on the European and Euro-Atlantic perspective of the region and the enhancement of citizens’ wellbeing. Or towards remaining on the periphery of Europe as an object of multi-directional, conflicting aspirations and belligerent confrontation. The role of Bulgaria is also outlined, and some guidelines for the intensification of its positions in terms of bilateral and multilateral regional cooperation are proposed.

Военни характеристики на Китай през ХХI век

Author(s): Erol Buyukliev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 4/2024

The article presents some basic military characteristics of China in the XXI century. This analysis outlines China’s military characteristics in the context of strategic rivalry with the United States of America. The conclusion summarizes China’s military capabilities, through which the Chinese political system demonstrates geopolitical superiority with the ambitions for global influence.

Определяне на потребностите от материални ресурси за операции

Author(s): Ivaylo Ralev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 4/2024

The paper considers the importance and content of the activity of determining material resource for operations. Next, it outlines the specifics of this activity at each level of operational planning. Finally, the paper describes the main methods that can be used in determining material resource for operations and their advantages and disadvantages.

Добри практики за управление на операционния риск във финтех сектора в епохата на дигитална трансформация

Author(s): Valentin Monchev / Language(s): Bulgarian Issue: 4/2024

The research focuses on best practices for operational risk management in the fintech sector in the context of digital transformation, highlighting the key importance of new technologies for increasing business agility and resilience, as well as the role of innovation in optimizing processes and reducing dependence on physical infrastructure. Four key areas of best practice are explored, and the resulting paper provides recommendations for improving business continuity and minimizing risk - implementing risk management technologies, strategic planning and preparation, effective incident response and disaster recovery.

MOOCs: Global Business Goals and Local Educational Strategies

Author(s): Anna Ślósarz / Language(s): English Issue: 1/2024

MOOCs are prepared by universities, research centers, business and governmental bodies. That is a device with which academic centers spread state-of-the-art. knowledge, while business entities facilitate the development of competencies, particularly in business, economics and IT. The paradox is that although MOOCs courses are open to global users, they contain distinctive features of their inventors’ and administrators’ culture because they have been created locally. In order to identify the cultural characteristics evident in the content of MOOC courses, 267 courses on creative writing posted on five platforms were analyzed: Coursera (USA), FutureLearn (UK), XuetangX (China), JMOOC (Japan) and Skill Academy (Indonesia). Skill Academy and Coursera were focused on business-marketing goals, although they represented different cultures. Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian courses reflected the responsiveness of those cultures and were people- and affiliation-oriented. They employed a holistic approach to teaching (emphasis on context), i.e. operated with live lectures, which had not happened on Western platforms. Therefore, the conviction that MOOC is a mirror of the culture in which it was created should be considered a myth. It is the MOOC platform that presents the interests of the administrators and owners. Platform owners differ in their goals: academic (general knowledge transfer becoming a thing of the past after the commercialization of Coursera and edX), marketing (focused on gaining customers and employees) or economic-political (XuetangX). For a MOOC to be useful to representatives of another culture, not only translation into another language is needed, but also a proper modification of learning objectives and methods.

Evaluating the Impact of Gamification on Learning Effectiveness in Technical Vocabulary Instruction

Author(s): Iwona Mokwa-Tarnowska,Viviana Tarnowska / Language(s): English Issue: 1/2024

With the rise of digital education, the integration of gamified elements has emerged as a potential strategy to enhance student engagement and comprehension in various academic disciplines. This study seeks to evaluate the impact of gamification on learning effectiveness in the domain of technical vocabulary instruction during an online course. A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving data collection from students enrolled on an online technical vocabulary programme offered by the Language Centre at Gdansk University of Technology. A quantitative analysis of placement test scores, the frequency of using course material and final grades was conducted to understand their impact on learning outcomes, and data from surveys provided insights into students’ perceptions and experiences with gamified activities. The findings indicate that the incorporation of gamification positively influenced learning effectiveness during the online course. The participants demonstrated higher levels of motivation, active participation, and a deeper understanding of technical terminology achieved through gamified interactions. The study’s outcomes contribute to the growing body of research on gamification’s potential benefits in online learning environments, especially in the context of technical vocabulary instruction, and offer valuable implications for educators and course designers seeking innovative approaches to optimize learning experiences in virtual settings.

Formation of Socially Successful Personality of Adolescent Pupils by Means of Gamification (Kyiv City, Ukraine)

Author(s): Valeriia Necherda,Kateryna Bezruk,Zhanna Petrochko,Valentyna Kyrychenko,Olena Denysiuk / Language(s): English Issue: 1/2024

The research highlights the essence of gamification and the results of teenagers’ participation in the educational program with the elements of gamification called “Social successfulness” in the educational process of educational institutions. Theoretical methods are applied – analysis, synthesis, comparison, systematization, generalization of materials from psychological and pedagogical sources regarding the problem of social successfulness and the possibilities of its formation in adolescents in the conditions of out-of-school and general secondary education institutions, specification for harmonizing the content of the curriculum devoted to “Social successfulness”; empirical methods – observation, questionnaires for collecting empirical information, blitz surveys concerning the awareness of the characteristics of a successful personality. The authors consider gamification as a set of various tools and mechanics that contribute to the significant enrichment of the educational process with entertaining, educational, motivational, and social-communicative components. The researchers characterized the educational program “Social successfulness”, in particular, determined its target orientations and key competencies of teenagers, highlighted the gamification tools necessary for the implementation of the program, found out that the mixed format is the optimal format for its implementation, as it combines the advantages of offline and online learning and can be effective in conditions of increased danger associated with martial law. The article carried out a pedagogical reflection and found out that, according to the results of the blitz survey, teenagers verbalize the two most common portraits of a socially successful personality (based on external indicators of success and personal qualities). According to the results of the questionnaire, it was found out that the participation of teenagers in the “Social Successfulness” program contributes to their positive and optimistic attitude towards themselves and their life prospects; growing interest in socially significant team activities; enhances pleasant experiences of success from achieving set tasks. The issue of using gamification tools for children of different ages, including those with special educational needs, and the creation of an algorithm for using gamification elements in various educational institutions require further research.