Psychological characteristics of students' perception of innovation in the training process

In this research, the psychological issues of the perception of innovations of students from different specialties were studied through various methods and questionnaires. 162 students studying at different universities and having different professional directions participated in the research. The study showed that if the preferred innovations in education are related to the introduction of new technologies, this factor for society is related to the presence of high wages and acceptable working conditions. It was concluded that a number of personality traits, including initiative and practicality, play an important role in the perception of innovations. However, in the process of accepting innovation, risk-taking and psychological preparation that allows to perceive innovations are the main leading elements. The study showed that there are differences in the process of perception of innovation between students with high and low academic achievement, and these differences are significant at the p <= 0.01 level. For students with high practical activities and academic abilities, innovation acceptance is characterized by practical and entrepreneurial styles, and for students with high academic and practical abilities, the leading perception aspect is characterized by practical and managerial qualities.