PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL SUPPORT OF PARTICIPANTS IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS IN CONDITIONS OF A CHILDREN’S HEALTH CAMP

Abstract

Children’s health camps (CHCs) provide a unique environment for personal growth and social development of children and adolescents. Psychological and pedagogical support (PPS) of participants in the educational process (EP) plays a decisive role in creating a favorable atmosphere that contributes to the comprehensive development of both minors and their mentors (counselors, educators, teachers of additional education). The article presents an analysis of the most common scientific approaches to defining the phenomenon of PPS in relation to the educational process. The work considers various directions (diagnostic, developmental, educational, correctional, preventive, advisory), forms and methods, stages through which PPS is implemented. The researchers determine indicators of effectiveness of PPS in CHCs. It is stated that the PPS in conditions of a preschool camp requires taking into account the age characteristics of minors, the implementation of differentiated, personality-oriented, subject-activity, systemic approaches. Paying due attention to the specific needs of each age category of pupils of the preschool camp, the PPS not only facilitates the adaptation of children, but also contributes to their personal growth, the formation of a positive self-perception and skills for successful socialization. The article concludes: the PPS of the participants in the educational process of the preschool camp acts as an important factor ensuring the successful adaptation of children and adolescents to the new social environment, the development of their personal potential, as well as the professional growth and psychological well-being of specialists working in the camp.