MODEL OF PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL GUIDANCE FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ SOFT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Meruyert Uaikhanova; Murat Pshembayev; Anara Khaimuldina; Khanat  Kassenov

doi:10.59787/2413-5488-2025-49-1-93-104

Авторлар

Meruyert Uaikhanova Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Murat Pshembayev Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Anara Khaimuldina Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Khanat Kassenov Astana IT University, Astana, Kazakhstan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59787/2413-5488-2025-49-1-93-104

Аңдатпа

In the context of dynamic changes in the economy and rapid technological progress, the process of developing soft skills is becoming an integral condition for the professional success of graduates of education institutions. This study aimed to create and substantiate from a scientific point of view a model of psychological and pedagogical guidance that promotes the development and strengthening of soft skills in university students. The study employed a comprehensive methodological approach, including a theoretical analysis of scientific and methodological sources, systematization of data, empirical study through a sociological survey of employers and HR specialists in the Pavlodar region (75 respondents), and modeling aimed at developing a scientifically based model of psychological and pedagogical guidance for soft skills development in university students. Particular attention is given to skills such as teamwork, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. The developed model is an integrated structure that includes target, methodological, diagnostic, content, organizational, and result-oriented components. Each of these components is aimed at creating a favorable educational environment that helps strengthen the professional competitiveness of students and develop their personal stability and ability to successfully adapt to a dynamically changing labor market. The model presents programs focused on the systematic and effective development of soft skills, providing a comprehensive approach to this process through the integration of innovative methods, various forms of training and modern educational resources. Thus, the model focuses on creating an educational space that stimulates the development of soft skills and assumes active participation of all subjects in the educational process.

Автор өмірбаяндары

Meruyert Uaikhanova , Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan

PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Trilingualism, e-mail: mira.p2011@mail.ru, ORCID 0000-0002-6912-4824
Murat Pshembayev, Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan

Development and Education, e-mail: pshembaev_murat@bk.ru, ORCID 0000-0002-7256-7220 (corresponding author)
Anara Khaimuldina , Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan

Senior lecturer of the Department of Personal Development and Education, e-mail: anara.haymuldina@mail.ru, ORCID 0000-0003-2646-2601
Khanat Kassenov, Astana IT University, Astana, Kazakhstan

Director of Quality Assurcance Department, Assistant Professor, e-mail: khanat.kassenov@astanait.edu.kz, ORCID 0000-0002-7555-4919

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