Pedagogical Aspects of the Formation of Ecological Competence of Specialists of the Maritime Branch

Abstract

The negative anthropogenic impact on the biosphere has caused the deterioration of the ecological situation throughout the world. In Ukraine, this process was aggravated by the consequences of Russian aggression. The modern post-industrial society needs highly qualified specialists who are able to think critically, act quickly and decisively in non-standard situations associated with damage to the natural environment.

Our study is devoted to various aspects of improving the methods of using modern pedagogical technologies aimed at developing environmental competence among future specialists in navigation and management of marine vessels.

Based on the results of our study, the pedagogical conditions that have the greatest impact on the formation of environmental competence of future specialists of the maritime branch were identified and characterized. To such conditions, we attributed the increase in the motivation of applicants for environmental protection and careful use of the environment in the process of carrying out future professional activities; introduction of modern forms of education (environmental trainings, project method) to enhance the educational process; increased attention to problem solving and decision-making in stressful situations, taking timing into account.

It should be noted that future specialists have significantly increased level of environmental competence, which primarily affected the quality of solving practical problems of an environmental nature and the speed of decision-making.

The results obtained in our study were used in the development of curricula and educational and methodological support in order to improve the environmental preparation of applicants for education for their practical professional activities in matters related to ensuring environmental safety, environmental conservation, etc.

Our practical research has had a positive impact on the formation of environmental competence of applicants for education of ships in the process of professional training through the introduction of modern forms of education and the implementation of the pedagogical conditions we have defined.