The Role of Interactive Methods in Preparing Preschool Children for Studying at the New Ukrainian School

Halyna  Vatamaniuk; Iryna  Hazina; Tetiana  Dutkevych; Nataliia  Panchuk; Inna  Lеbid; Olena Dutko

Vol. 17 No. 1 (2024) IEJEE

The Role of Interactive Methods in Preparing Preschool Children for Studying at the New Ukrainian School

Halyna Vatamaniuk
Iryna Hazina
Tetiana Dutkevych
Nataliia Panchuk
Inna Lеbid
Olena Dutko

Published January 1, 2025 | Pages: 103-114 | Views: 19

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Abstract

Early childhood education plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual's personality and serves as a preparatory stage for primary education. The curiosity sparked during this phase of life influences one's lifelong learning journey, character formation, worldview, adoption of universal values and acquisition of important life skills. This study aims to explore the significance of interactive teaching methods in preparing preschoolers for school while harnessing the advantages offered by digital infrastructure to enhance learning outcomes. A diagnostic evaluation conducted as part of an educational experiment revealed that students who were exposed to interactive teaching techniques demonstrated superior readiness levels compared to their peers. The use of digital tools such as virtual and augmented reality, educational applications and games positively impacted knowledge acquisition, skill development and overall cognitive abilities among the learners. Future research can focus on developing teacher training programs geared towards implementing interactive teaching methodologies using modern software platforms and digital tools in early childhood education settings.

<p>Early childhood education plays a pivotal role in shaping an individual's personality and serves as a preparatory stage for primary education. The curiosity sparked during this phase of life influences one's lifelong learning journey, character formation, worldview, adoption of universal values and acquisition of important life skills. This study aims to explore the significance of interactive teaching methods in preparing preschoolers for school while harnessing the advantages offered by digital infrastructure to enhance learning outcomes. A diagnostic evaluation conducted as part of an educational experiment revealed that students who were exposed to interactive teaching techniques demonstrated superior readiness levels compared to their peers. The use of digital tools such as virtual and augmented reality, educational applications and games positively impacted knowledge acquisition, skill development and overall cognitive abilities among the learners. Future research can focus on developing teacher training programs geared towards implementing interactive teaching methodologies using modern software platforms and digital tools in early childhood education settings.</p>

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Keywords

interactive teaching methods, school readiness, New Ukrainian School, digital technologies, competencies of the 21st century