Cultural Foundations of Education in the Conditions of Society Digitalisation

Abstract

The purpose of the work is to explore the cultural foundations of modern education in the context of digitalisation of all spheres of society. The research methodology is based on the application of a systemic approach, as well as analytical, cultural, and axiological methods, which allow a comprehensive consideration of the given issue and draw justified conclusions. The scientific novelty of the study consists in the generalisation of statements regarding the definition of the key role of cultural studies and culture at the current stage of education development, in particular in the context of digitalisation of society and all spheres of its life. It is substantiated that the culturological paradigm provides an understanding of pluralism in education; the relationship between education and culture is revealed, first of all, through a person, who is a systemic connecting link of the cultural and educational systems. Conclusions. Education as a social and cultural phenomenon is an integral part of the evolutionary development of mankind. The goal of education as a socio-cultural phenomenon is the reorientation of its cultural function, which should be a priority, to correspond to new trends of socio-cultural development, to focus on such cultural dominants of today’s world as anthropocentrism, humanism, democracy, spirituality, morality, variability, and integrativeness. This understanding of modern education corresponds to the trends and dynamics of modern culture, changes the nature of actions in the educational space, expanding the boundaries of its design. Awareness of the cultural foundations of education contributes to the creation of such an educational space where different cultures interact most fully, tolerance and respect are formed, there is an awareness that global culture consists of different cultures, the plurality of which creates its unique mosaic, providing the ability for self-development as a culture of humanity as a whole, as well as each of its components.

Key words: cultural studies, cultural knowledge, education, digitalisation, cultural paradigm, creative personality, personal development.