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Information society and its impact on personality development
Olga Garanina1, Nidal Al Said2, Valery Stepenko3
1Moscow State Technical University of Civil Aviation, Moscow, Russia.
Education and Information Technologies
|April 27, 2021
Summary
A new model enhances personality development in the information society, boosting student engagement in personal growth, professional skills, and health by over 10%. This research is vital for modern higher education.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Educational Technology
Background:
- The information society significantly influences personality development.
- Increased social isolation and the shift to distance learning necessitate new approaches to personality development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and test an original model for personality development within the information society.
- To analyze the impact of information society resources on personal qualities.
Main Methods:
- A three-stage experimental study involving 400 students from Russia, the UAE, and Kazakhstan.
- Development and implementation of a novel model for personality development.
- Surveying students using original methodology to assess the use of information society resources.
Main Results:
- Significant increases observed in students utilizing information society resources for personal development (18.5%), professional skills (18.7%), and health maintenance (10%).
- The implemented model demonstrated effectiveness in fostering holistic student growth.
Conclusions:
- The developed model is a practical tool for enhancing personality development in higher education.
- The model's relevance is underscored by the global shift towards online education and the challenges of social isolation.
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