ETHICS AND INNOVATIONS IN THE STUDY OF BIOLOGY IN GENERAL SECONDARY EDUCATION: NEW TECHNOLOGIES AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL METHODS

Abstract

The article examines modern technologies for teaching biology in general secondary education institutions (GSEI) in the context of innovative changes defined by legislative and conceptual documents of the education system of Ukraine. Methods of interactive, differentiated and person-centered education are analyzed, which contribute to the development of critical thinking, research skills, environmental awareness and adaptation of students to the challenges of the globalized world. Bioethical principles play an important role in this process, ensuring a humane approach to the study of living organisms and the environment. The study used general scientific methods of analysis, synthesis, comparison and generalization. The authors have highlighted the key educational principles, such as person-centered education, integration, barrierfree and science-based learning. The issues of modern educational technologies and digital platforms (Moodle, Google Classroom), distance learning tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams) and project-based learning (Canva, Trello) have been updated as well. Special attention is paid to the inclusive approach, assistive technologies and the creation of a barrier-free educational environment. The importance of science-based learning is emphasized as a means of integrating science into the educational process, taking into account bioethical aspects important for a humane attitude towards nature and living organisms. The authors have concluded that it is necessary to flexibly use innovative technologies that allow improving the quality of biology teaching, providing an individual approach, training competitive specialists of a new generation, and at the same time adhering to ethical norms in the learning process.