ORGANISATION OF EDUCATION IN WARTIME: RECOMMENDATIONS OF INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS AND MANAGERIAL ASPECT

Abstract

The article examines the problems of education in armed conflicts, in particular the management aspect, the organization of training, and the development of measures to protect education during emergencies and hostilities. The main purpose of the study is to consider the recommendations of international and non-governmental organizations on ensuring the educational process during military conflicts. The article analyses the causes of attacks on education and the direct and long-term negative consequences for the education system identified by these organizations. It is concluded that there are various formats for ensuring the continuation of the educational process during military operations that educators can consider depending on the specific situation. Providing learning in other ways involves creating opportunities for students to access learning despite the interruption of the normal learning process. Alternative methods may include changing places of learning, non-formal programs, intensified learning, temporary learning spaces or home schools, and the possible use of distance learning methods.

The need to ensure continuity of education is essential to deter further violence and prevent the crisis from escalating. It is also important to avoid military use of schools by ensuring that they are safe for education. To achieve this, educators should consider a variety of ways that can be used in specific circumstances. Some of these pathways can be included in pre-developed contingency plans or school security plans.

Ensuring the continuity of the educational process involves providing education through other methods that allow students to maintain access to education even during interruptions in the regular education system. Alternative learning methods may include but are not limited to, changes in learning locations, non-formal learning programmes, accelerated classes, temporary learning spaces, and distance learning.

The research presented in this article does not cover all aspects and challenges that arise in the field of education in times of war. Future research should examine the issue of continuity of education at all levels in wartime, including the development and implementation of special training courses for managers, teachers, pedagogical staff, and researchers aimed at ensuring continuity of education in wartime. Also relevant is the problem of assisting victims of military conflicts, in particular children, the development of psychological and pedagogical practices, psychosocial support and methods aimed at helping students.