Students’ learning autonomy in contemporary contexts: a competency- based approach to the professional preparation of specialists

the modern system of professional education is undergoing cardinal transformations driven by the digitalization of the educational process and changing labor market requirements. Under these conditions, student learning autonomy becomes a key factor for successful professional training. The purpose of the research is to systematize theoretical approaches to understanding learning autonomy and identify factors for its effective development in the context of digital transformation of education. The results show that learning autonomy includes six interrelated components: motivational, cognitive, activity-based, reflective, regulatory, and communicative. A structural model for developing learning autonomy has been developed, including external and internal factors, processes and results. The most effective modern methods have been identified: project method, portfolio technology, flipped classroom technology, and adaptive learning systems. The practical significance is determined by the possibility of using the results to improve professional education programs.

learning autonomy, professional education, competency-based approach, digital transformation of education, student autonomy, self-regulation, educational technologies