Scientific and Methodological Seminar «Modernization of Preschool Education through the Integration of Foreign Experience into the Contemporary Educational Environment» as part of the provision of paid educational services

On October 24, 2025, within the framework of paid educational services, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Preschool Education at Berdyansk State Pedagogical University, Natalia HRYHORIEVA, organized and conducted a scientific and methodological seminar on the relevant topic:
“Modernization of Preschool Education through the Integration of Foreign Experience into the Contemporary Educational Environment” (based on the example of Montessori pedagogy).

The event was preceded by thorough preparation, which included creating a presentation, designing the promotional poster for the seminar, distributing the advertisement, registering participants, moderating the seminar, preparing certificates, and sending materials to participants.

The seminar program included the discussion of the following issues:

• The relevance of Montessori pedagogy for modern preschool education.
• Pedagogical ideas and philosophical principles of the Montessori method.
• International experience in applying Montessori pedagogy in preschool education.
• Fostering independence in preschool children through Montessori pedagogy.
• Practical recommendations for preschool teachers and parents.

Participants of the scientific and methodological seminar had the opportunity to delve into the philosophy of Maria Montessori’s pedagogy, explore the discovery of the “secret of childhood”, and view the ideas of the Italian educator from the standpoint of contemporary preschool education.

The speaker presented an analysis of international practices in implementing Montessori pedagogy in preschool settings. The attendees were introduced to a system of work with preschool children based on Montessori principles, aimed at developing children’s independence within traditional preschool institutions. Practical advice was also provided to parents on fostering this essential quality at home.

At the end of the meeting, participants had the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers regarding the prevalence of the method in Ukraine, the activities of the Ukrainian Montessori Center, and the training programs of diploma courses.

The scientific and methodological seminar “Modernization of Preschool Education through the Integration of Foreign Experience into the Contemporary Educational Environment” proved to be a valuable and informative event that contributed to the professional growth of educators, broadened their scientific and methodological outlook, and familiarized them with best international practices in the field of preschool education.

PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Preschool Education Nataliia Hryhorieva