DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF SOCIETY AS A CONCEPTUAL BASIS FOR THE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF FUTURE TEACHERS

Abstract

The article raises a problem of conceptual foundations of professional training of future teachers of pedagogical universities of Russia, namely the formation of digital competence. It is proved that Russian society is characterized by intensive and productive use of digital technologies – to achieve and realize common economic and social goals, as well as for each individual’s own needs. In this regard, there is a growing need to maximize the effectiveness of scientific and pedagogical staff, develop skills and abilities for the effective use of information technologies and digital tools in the educational process and research work to increase the competitiveness of graduates in the labor market in the short and long term. It is found out that the creation of a more democratic and competitive education system, in particular higher education, is directly related to the concept of open education. It is established that at present, the digital competence of a teacher in scientific research of scientists is considered as one of the most important components of the professionalism of the scientific and pedagogical staff, ensuring a positive reputation of a higher educational institution or scientific community.