Current Practices of Teaching the Church Slavonic Language in Theological Schools of the Russian Orthodox Church

Relevance. At a present teaching methods are being reviewed in the field of education as a whole. In theological seminaries, after a long break in Soviet times, the practice of teaching Church Slavonic has resumed. However, it is necessary to rethink the approaches to teaching this language, taking into account historical experience and modern realities. At the same time, one should take into account the linguistic features and goals of teaching this language in theological seminaries in the 21st century.

Aim. To determine the most effective approach to teaching the Church Slavonic language in theological seminaries of the 21st century, taking into account the linguistic features of this language.

Methodology. In the process of research, the method of comparative analysis is used, as well as the historical method. The main problems in the modern practice of teaching the Church Slavonic language are revealed. A review of textbooks, curricula and practice of organizing the educational process in theological seminaries is being carried out.

Scientific novelty and/or theoretical and/or practical significance. The novelty of the research lies in the fact that the author focuses on the linguistic aspects of teaching the Church Slavonic language.

Results. The modern form of organizing the teaching of the Church Slavonic language partially takes into account the linguistic features of this language, to some extent focuses on the experience of the past, takes into account modern realities.

Conclusion. The most effective way to teach Church Slavonic in a theological seminary is to take into account the goals of teaching and the linguistic features of the language, as well as the need for an interdisciplinary approach.

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