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PROBLEMATIZING THE ETHICAL COMPONENT OF THE EMPATHY IMAGE IN THE PROTOCOLS INSTITUTIONALIZING COMMUNICATION WITHIN A SPECIFIC CONCEPT OF CONFIDENTIALITY
(Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski", 2024) Parlikov, Valeriy
Insofar as it is by definition only publicity (presenting the effects of existence as commonly perceived instances of becoming), the actuality of spectacle each time will initiate a destruction of the meaninfulness of being at all in a shareable world, marking experiential problem areas of living-together and a need for ethical algorithms (protocols of correctness, introducing criteria for an admissible norm of existence in a specific community). The subjective monopoly on the arrangement (whatever) of the World through the act of its planning, brings in, in the way of responsibility, the dependence of self-identity on freedom from the existence of the otherness (in the assumed as a quasi-ethical component of communication enactment of existence). In the algorithm of this presentation, the ethical code of the communication corresponds to the current trustworthiness of the discussion in the forum (the acted-out-as-sacred domain of consciousness), in which the intentionality of saying and the otherness invoked in it, are added to arbitrary designations of experiential manifestations. It seems impossible for the conventionalizing (the devitalizing) of the communion to present the ethical code to its understanding of the actual becoming and insofar as conventionality is rationality (it is definable, otherwise it cannot be achieved), the spectacle in the present exposition obscures it, placing the experiential emphasis on the trustworthiness of communication.
SOCIAL PREDISPOSITIONS TOWARDS PERSONS WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
(Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski", 2024) Trichkov, Ivan
The purpose of the article is to raise the issue and conceptualize the influence of existing social attitudes towards persons with special educational needs. Although we live in a more liberal society and social attitudes towards people with disabilities are slowly changing, basic understandings and prejudices are still public and lead to certain discriminatory patterns. The specificity of the issue under consideration is brought out by means of an analytical theoretical formulation of established theories and concepts, on the basis of which the substantive characteristics of social attitudes towards persons with disabilities are highlighted. The theoretical analysis allows the characterization of stereotypes and social attitudes as determinants of human behavior, which conditions their rethinking as reactions and stimuli in relationships between people.
DEVELOPMENT OF A LEARNING CULTURE IN CHILDREN OF PRESCHOOL AGE
(Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski", 2024) Ivanova, Boryana
The article focuses on the topicality of formation of a learning culture in children aged 5 – 6 and 6 – 7 years. This culture is valuable not only in the context of school preparation but also in lifelong learning. A culture of learning is needed in all childrenʹs activities: education, play, project activities etc. Important for the development of this culture is the innovative educational environment in kindergartens. The purpose of research is to determine to what extent the components of learning culture are formed in the children in preparatory groups in kindergarten: communicative culture, ability to work in a team, ability to independently plan and organize activities, responsible attitude to tasks, problem solving skills and ability to make decisions. To achieve this aim, tasks are formulated and research is carried out, which includes observation of children from the third and fourth groups in kindergarten and a survey of teachers. The results of the scientific research highlight the different degree of formation of these skills in 5 – 6year old and 6 – 7year old children in kindergarten.
MEANING IN LIFE AND WELL-BEING
(Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski", 2024) Sariyska, Svetlana
The work presents an overview of empirical studies on the links between meaning in life and well-being. The first part presents the main conceptualizations of meaning, through constructs such as purpose, significance and coherence, as well as the self-regulating and motivational functions of meaning, through which influences on well-being are understood. Differences and levels in the search and achievement of meaning are traced, as well as the main sources in the search for meaning and their influences on well-being and health. The influences of meaning on happiness, resilience and coping with existential challenges, tragic optimism, positive relationships and satisfaction of belongings and significance, development of strengths and health, coping with pain, suffering and loss, longevity, healthy lifestyle and treatment of serious illnesses are discussed in detail. The relationships between meaning, loneliness, and feelings of rejection are discussed.
DIAGNOSING AND OVERCOMING PRE-SERVICE PRIMARY TEACHERSʼ SCIENTIFIC MISCONCEPTIONS
(Plovdiv University Press "Paisii Hilendarski", 2024) Epitropova, Ani
This article aims to present a study focused on diagnosing and describing scientific misconceptions among pre-service primary school teachers. These misconceptions pose significant challenges to effective teaching in subjects such as social studies and natural science and must be addressed to improve educational outcomes. The goal of the study is to identify these misconceptions, understand their origins and persistence, and propose interventions. The research tasks include developing a diagnostic tool, analyzing data, and suggesting strategies for intervention. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative analyses of diagnostic data to provide a comprehensive understanding of these misconceptions. Key findings include the identification of several prevalent misconceptions and an analysis of the reasons for their occurrence. The study also highlights the difficulties in correcting these misconceptions. Conclusions emphasize the need for targeted strategies to enhance the academic preparation of primary school teachers. Recommendations include the implementation of targeted training strategies in teacher education programs to effectively address and correct these scientific misconceptions.