IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONTENT POTENTIAL OF THE DISCIPLINE “FUNDAMENTALS OF RUSSIAN STATEHOOD” IN THE SYSTEM OF PATRIOTIC EDUCATION IN HIGHER SCHOOL

Abstract

The article examines the role of the discipline “Fundamentals of Russian Statehood” (ORG) in the patriotic education of university students in modern conditions. The author draws attention to the fact that young people are the most active part of society, but at the same time they are influenced by various factors, such as social networks and thematic online communities. The work analyzes features and capabilities of the ORG discipline in the context of the patriotic education of the younger generation. Particular attention is paid to the interdisciplinary nature of this discipline and its importance in the process of developing patriotic feelings among students. The article provides examples of forms and methods of work, both in and out of the classroom, that are successfully used in teaching the discipline and contribute to positive changes in students’ perceptions and awareness of their belonging to Russia through stories about everyday and historical events, places and people. Particular attention is paid to the factors of systematic work and the civic position of the teacher himself, which play an important role in the successful implementation of the educational process. The article is a useful material for educators, teachers and methodologists involved in the issues of patriotic education of higher school students, as well as for researchers interested in the educational system and methods of implementing this discipline.