THE EXPERIMENT IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROJECT ON TECHNOLOGIES AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP AS A FORM OF RESEARCH EDUCATION

Abstract

The article presents modern aspects in organizing and conducting research training. The application of different innovation models in education space, incl. "Inquiry-based learning" reflects on the selection of methods, forms, resources and the way of organizing the educational process. They are analyzed the peculiarities of educational research and the possibilities for its implementation in the content framework of the study on the subject Technology and entrepreneurship in general secondary education in Bulgaria. The methodology and technology of the educational experiment is clarified, with the application of activity-oriented and creative approach. Through research training, a combination of training is realized in technology and entrepreneurship, with conducting educational experiments with scientific research directionality. At the heart of the research projects is the concept of active learning realized by involving students in learning experiments. Participation in research and practical experience activity, gives them the opportunity to raise scientific theses, collect evidence and search for solutions, yes prove statements with scientific facts within learning projects. The algorithm of organization and implementation of educational and research projects in the educational practice of technological training is presented. The main types of experimental work are analyzed accordingly the educational content, within the different organizational forms of training. Especially attention is paid to the specifics and modern digital transformations of an educational environment for conducting learning experiments. The methodological possibilities of the use of active learning strategies combined with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), for forming research skills and increasing students' interests in research activity. The requirements for the general, research and digital competence of the teacher of technology and entrepreneurship in the organization of the interactive educational environment and the necessary material base for conducting educational research are increased. They are presented in the article the results of a survey of current and prospective research training attitudes teachers in technology education. Theoretically justified conclusions are made regarding applicability of educational research and research methods by teachers. Outline are the educational benefits of implementing educational and research activities at school, as well as some contemporary trends and issues accompanying research technology education.