Value-motivational sphere of students of secondary vocational educational institutions: a modern view

In today's educational environment, characterized by rapid change and new challenges, studying the value-motivational sphere of the younger generation is particularly relevant. This interest stems from the need to develop harmonious and socially responsible individuals capable of successfully adapting to the realities of modern society. Educators and psychologists pay close attention to this area, as it is directly linked to the effectiveness of the educational process and the subsequent professional activities of graduates. An important task of the secondary vocational education system is the development of value orientations, stimulating interest in learning and future specialization, and unlocking students' potential. During adolescence, significant changes in self-awareness occur, value orientations expand, and self-reflection develops. This period is characterized by active cultural integration, the acquisition of new goals and behavioral models. Modern teenagers develop the qualities necessary to adapt to rapidly changing conditions. The subject of this study is the development of students' value-motivational spheres during their studies at secondary vocational educational institutions. The aim of the study is to establish the nature and characteristics of changes in the structure of students' value-motivational spheres during their studies at secondary vocational educational institutions. The study utilized theoretical and experimental research methods: theoretical analysis of relevant works; study and synthesis of psychological and pedagogical experience; and empirical methods for assessing students' personality development and value-oriented spheres. One hundred and four male students aged 14 to 22 participated in the experiment. For successful student development, it is necessary to create an appropriate environment that supports the development of a motivational structure and value orientations. An important step is to study the personal characteristics of value and motivation formation in the existing educational environment.