Khavarkhanim Agamehdi Bakikhanova

DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS' SOCIO-EMOTIONAL COMPETENCES IN HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Abstract. Studies prove that one of the main factors that prevents students from asserting themselves in the future and engaging in successful professional activities is the insufficient development of socio-emotional competencies. Unfortunately, the underestimation of the essence of socio-emotional competencies is an international problem. Recently, the development of socio-emotional competencies in students is considered one of the main goals of educational policy.

In the article, we will touch on the importance of developing socio-emotional competencies in parallel with students' professional knowledge. Studies show that there are certain tools to integrate socio-emotional competencies into educational programs. Training methods, group projects, the activities of student self-government bodies and psychological support services directly contribute to the formation and development of socio-emotional competencies in the higher education environment. Their manifestation is clearly observed in the student's successes both in the educational process (successful adaptation, academic performance, constructive resolution of conflicts) and in his personal life (stress resistance, building relationships). It is expected that as higher education institutions pay more attention to socio-emotional learning and create a student-centered environment, the professional and personal success of future professionals will increase.

Keywords: student, socio-emotional competencies, environment, education, profession, activity