European experience and opportunities for Ukraine in implementing dual education

Abstract

Against the background of active development of technologies and the labor market, the requirements for modern specialists are transforming to develop a wide range of competencies, which is ensured by high-quality and practice-oriented education. Objective. The study focuses on analyzing the potential of dual education as a current trend in the European educational space. Particular attention is paid to the peculiarities of implementing international experience of dual education in the realities of Ukrainian practice. Methods. The methodology was based on analytical and synthetic methods, generalization, systematization, comparison and abstraction. The theoretical and methodological basis of the study is formed by publications for 2020-2025, which are indexed in leading databases (Scopus, Web of Science). The inclusion and exclusion criteria were the level of information reliability and the spatial and temporal indicator. Results. The European experience of integrating dual education models is analyzed, their most promising directions are identified in the context of the possibilities of using them in the educational field of Ukraine. The essential features of the dual education system in the context of the interaction between theory and practice are highlighted. Different models of dual learning are studied: apprenticeship, integrated learning and periodic training in the company. A comparative analysis of different dual education systems of the European community countries is carried out, different approaches to their financing and stakeholder involvement are identified. The main factors influencing the effectiveness of dual education systems in different contexts are characterized. Conclusions. Two key types of dual education systems are distinguished: with the priority of state coordination and with the predominant influence of economic representatives. It is proved that the dual form of education opens up opportunities for the adaptation of international educational standards and the introduction of the concept of practice-oriented learning, which best meets the needs of the modern labor market.