METHODOLOGY & EXPERIENCE
Application of Big Data Analysis in Prevention and Control of COVID-19 Infection
Abstract. Compared to traditional reports and statistics on the ground, the Big Data Analysis method can reduce the use of labor and material resources by reducing the risk of personal concealment. Such method can also identify and locate suspected patients efficiently by informing their contacts in order to isolate themselves. Big data analysis can help the work of medical and community workers and reduce the risk of infection. The methodology works successfully in reducing the general isolation time and promoting the recovery of economic activities.
Keywords: COVID-19 control; correlation analysis; modeling and display of spatial data
Vladimir Vladimirov
South-West University „Neofit Rilski“
Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
Essence and Main Characteristics of Burnout. When and Why Do We Overwork in Teacher’s Profession?
Abstract. This article presents some views on the burnout syndrom. Discussed are questions like: Which people are most at risk from the overworking syndrome? Who are the risk groups threatened by the burnout process? What are the stages of professional exhaustion? When and why do we burn out in the teaching profession and what are the symptoms? What are the strategies for dealing with the syndrome of burnout that can be applied in the teaching profession? What is the prevention of the professional overworking of teachers?
Keywords: burnout; professional overworking; risk groups; burn out stages; burnout symptoms; teachers; prevention
Tanya Yanachkova
Technical University of Sofia – Sliven Branch
N. Prokopiev Primary School
Village of Sboriste – Sliven Region, Bulgaria
LIFELONG LEARNING
European Skills and Training-Oriented Policies and Instruments in Vocational Education and Training
Abstract. The article reviews some strategic documents at an European level that define skills development as a priority of vocational education and training. Special attention is paid to the presentation of the European Credit System for Vocational Education and Training (ECVET) as a tool to facilitate the transparency and comparability of the professional qualifications. The role of the ECVET is linked to the European Skills Agenda and the prospects for a green and digital transition. Based on the European Skills Index, conclusions are drawn about the need for lifelong guidance and building partnerships between all stakeholders for skills development, professional development to provide a competitive workforce.
Keywords: vocational education and training; learning outcomes; vocational skills; ECVET
1) Silvia Tsvetanska, 2) Emiliana Dimitrova, 3) Ivanka Mihaylova
1) Sofia University
2) National Agency for Vocational Education and Training
3) Human Resource Development Centre
SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS
In today's issue we present: Vocational School of Economics – Pernik (Bulgaria)
On Some Innovative Practices in Teaching History and Civilizations
Abstract. Modern social development poses new tasks and challenges to education in order to achieve full adaptation of young people in the conditions of accelerated development of electronic technologies and communications. In previous years, innovation was sought primarily by teachers for whom the traditional system did not meet their expectations and attitudes. In pedagogy, there are different classifications of teaching methods, but we are interested in those aimed at active participation of the learner in the learning process and related to creative tasks and active dialogue between student and teacher. The use of ICT achieves in-depth understanding of historical processes and events, increasing motivation by building your own learning strategy, new levels of acquisition of competencies, differentiated learning. This case demonstrates the possibilities for implementing innovative training in history and civilizations using the cloud application for collaboration Google Drive, as well as some of the integrated direct applications in the cloud: Google Slides, Google My Maps, Google Jamboard, which are particularly suitable for assigning practical tasks.
Keywords: history and civilizations; competence; information technologies; project method; interactive methods; innovations; differentiated learning; motivation to learn; cloud applications
Asen Timofeev
Vocational School of Economics – Pernik (Bulgaria)
The Binary Lesson Reveals the Connection between History and Law
Abstract. The purpose of this article is to reveal the role of binary lessons to deepen the knowledge and increase the skills and competencies of students in different subjects. The realization of interdisciplinary connections in the learning process increases the ability for acquiring key competences that are necessary in achieving high educational results in future as well as using this competencies in a certain professional role. Binary lessons are applied less in the pedagogical practice, as their implementation is more difficult both in terms of planning and in organizational point of view. The article presents a good pedagogical practice, in which a binary lesson demonstrates the direct connection between history and law, which students would find difficult to understand in different way. The emphasis is on the activities of students and their work with historical and contemporary legal documents. The main steps in planning and conducting the lesson are presented so
that the practice can be easily reproduced.
Keywords: binary lesson; knowledge; skills; competencies; subjects
Evdokia Lyubomirova, Nikolina Dimitrova
Vocational School of Economics – Pernik (Bulgaria)
Improving the Functional Competence of Students through Bulgarian Language Training
Abstract. The text argues on some thoughts giving a significance to the concept of functional competence as an element of the communicative competence of the personality. Proposed is author’s theoretical model, that places in a hierarchical sequence the skills and the competences that allow students to apply knowledge and experience acquired in school in a variety of situations that deal with specific real-life problems. The aim is this model to become a base for forming of methodological activities for improving the functional competencies of students in Bulgarian language classes. Proposed is a test in which are formulated reading tasks for a specific source of information. Students improve their skills in finding, processing and using information in solving communicative tasks.
Keywords: functional competence; communicatively orientated training; Bulgarian language
Evelina Milanova
Vocational School of Economics – Pernik (Bulgaria)
In today's issue we present: “Ivan P. Pavlov” Vocational School of Tourism – Ruse (Bulgaria)
Interactive Methods of Teaching In Bulgarian Language VIII – XII Grade
Abstract. The main point and functions of the interactive methods in the teaching process are presented in this current survey. It is shown how with the help of them are formed different skills - communicative, sociocultural and linguistic in the Bulgarian language teaching. Conducting classes in an interactive format stimulates activity, deepens knowledge and provides an opportunity for a good breakdown of linguistic knowledge.
Keywords: theory; innovation; language; Bulgarian; presentation; class
Bilyana Nikolova
“Ivan P. Pavlov” Vocational School of Tourism – Ruse (Bulgaria)
Innovations in the Didactics of Geography
Abstract. The text describes the theoretical foundations of innovation processes in geographical education. The terminological essence is covered with an emphasis on the interrelationships “tradition – innovation”. The concepts of innovation, pedagogical innovation, innovation and pedagogical innovation and their connection with the presentations of geographical content are distinguished. Empirical studies on the use of electronic educational resources, in particular presentations and their multimedia visualization, are presented. The author’s paradigm locks the views on the introduction of innovations in geographical education through the didactic skills of a young teacher.
Keywords: theory; innovation; tradition; presentation; geography
Yordan Adolfov
“Ivan P. Pavlov” Vocational School of Tourism – Ruse (Bulgaria)
Essays for Love and Women of Bulgarian Poetry from the 20th Century
Abstract. This is a short visit (too short), a preview of the 20th century’s poetry women. This is a secret place of expedition and learning. But can we ever actually find and understand the secrets of the woman? Femininity in its tender power, the feminine beginning as a form of life and future - the poetesses of the 20th century are asking many questions, giving some terrible and sensual confessions, prepare literature for its flowering. Are we ready for them? Are we ready for their roads and truths? This work is just a little piece of the world of the Bulgarian poetry, created by a woman’s feather of the 20 th century.
Keywords: love; woman; poetry; 20th century
Borislava Ivanova Grozeva
“Ivan P. Pavlov” Vocational School of Tourism – Ruse (Bulgaria)
