MODERN TRENDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract

The article examines and highlights the main modern trends in the development of higher education in Russia and abroad. The specific points of view and opinions of leading scientists in the field of studying trends in higher education, based on their research, are considered. The analysis of the entry of the Russian higher education system into the pan-European Bologna system of higher education is presented. The Bologna Process was initiated with the aim of bringing higher education systems of various states to a common denominator. A number of advantages for the development of the higher education system, as well as the advantages of distance education, information technologies in education are considered. Reforms of higher education should be aimed at the formation of such a model of education that will take into account positive national and foreign experience. The main modern trends in the development of higher education are its globalization, integration, mobility, commercialization, as well as the use of distance learning.