SOCIOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL PERSPECTIVES IN HIGHER EDUCATION: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND APPROACHES IN CONTEMPORARY HIGHER EDUCATION

The paper explores the relationship between the educational environment and pedagogical approaches in contemporary universities. The study emphasizes the need for further research on the contribution of each of these aspects to the dynamism and flexibility of the educational environment, as well as the professionalism of educators. Particular attention is paid to the input of teachers in all areas of education both in the theoretical and empirical sense. The article also highlights the changes that stimulate the interrelation of all spheres of education and focuses on the inner differentiation of the vocational and upbringing aspects. This approach supports the unity of vocational and pedagogical culture in higher education. In addition, the study addresses the sociological perspectives in higher education in the context of its interaction with pedagogy and sociology, emphasizing the role of the latter in personality development. Particular attention is paid to the meaning of upbringing and scientific education in contemporary universities as active instruments affecting conviction in the necessity of education, especially in the light of recent research.