THEORETICAL AND METHODOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF FORMATION OF FOLKLORE COMPETENCE OF FUTURE CULTURAL STUDIES PROFESSIONALS IN THE PROCESS OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Abstract

The article examines the theoretical and methodological aspects of the formation of folklore competence of future cultural studies specialists in the process of their professional training. Folkloristic competence is interpreted as an integral quality of a personality, which includes a system of knowledge, skills and abilities to analyse, interpret and popularise folklore, as well as a value attitude towards cultural heritage. The relevance of the study is stipulated by the need to preserve and reproduce cultural traditions in the modern globalised world, where folklore is an important element of national identity. Attention is focused on the role of an integrative approach to the professional training of cultural studies, which involves a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical activities. The methodological basis of the study is based on axiological, integrative, activity and acmeological approaches that provide a systematic approach to the formation of folklore competence. The study identified pedagogical conditions that contribute to the effective learning of cultural studies by students, in particular: integration of Ukrainian and foreign traditions into the curriculum; use of innovative teaching methods; creation of a creative environment for the promotion of folklore. The results of the study show that a systematic approach to the formation of folklore competence of future cultural studies specialists contributes to their professional training and the formation of a sustainable interest in the national cultural heritage. The practical significance of the study lies in the development of educational and methodological materials that can be used in the process of professional training of cultural studies specialists.