MASTER STUDENTS’ METACOGNITIVE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT BASED ON THE PROJECT METHOD

Abstract

This article discusses application of the project method as a way of developing metacognitive skills of university students. The purpose of this study is to analyze effectiveness of the project method for developing metacognitive skills of master’s students in the field of translation and intercultural communication. Metacognitive skills have a significant impact on students’ academic performance, since they are aimed at student’s personal development and learning ability which help them to achieve better results. The results of the study show that the project method is an effective tool for developing students’ metacognitive skills, such as critical thinking, public speaking skills, interpersonal skills, teamwork skills, etc. The study is conducted as part of a practical course in professionally oriented translation in the master’s program of the Polytechnic University. The authors of the study conclude that it is necessary to organize project activities for the effective development of students’ metacognitive skills. The results of the study can be useful in developing methodological foundations to form metacognitive skills of students majoring in engineering and humanities based on the project method.