SYNECTICS AS ONE WAY OF DEVELOPING SOFT SKILLS OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Nataliia Fominykh, A.E. Mukhametkairov, Berik Matayev, Ainash Kudysheva

2024

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DOI 10.51889/2959-5967.2024.80.3.010
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Abstract

This article examines the potential for fostering soft skills in high school students, aimed at preparing them for independent living, enabling quick adaptation to changing circumstances, making decisions in complex situations, working in teams, and communicating effectively with others. Many psychological challenges exist regarding the effective development of these skills in this age group.The analysis of various sources has identified synectics as an effective method for developing soft skills in high school students, as it addresses the aforementioned challenges. During a psychological experiment that included surveys and observational studies, the level of development of soft competencies within the "4K" framework—creativity, communication, critical thinking, and cooperation—was assessed using synectics techniques such as "Feedback," "Situational Modeling," "Teamwork," "Creative Thinking,""Brainstorming," "Communication," and quiz games. The implementation of synectics positively influenced the development of all soft skills among high school students in the experimental group, particularly enhancing creativity and communication abilities.Consequently, recommendations were made for the general use of synectics to develop soft skills in high school students.The study holds practical significance, as the findings can be utilized by educators to develop new psychologist methods aimed at enhancing soft skills in high school students.