Problems of developing patriotic values in adolescents during the course of studying the subject "Fundamentals of Security and Defense of the Homeland"

this article addresses a pressing contemporary issue: the development of patriotic values in adolescents. The study is based on an analysis of scientific psychological and pedagogical literature, as well as contemporary school practices. The concepts of "patriotism" and "patriotic education" are examined. The relationships established between activities and students that generate positive change are analyzed. Effective development of patriotic values requires the creation of pedagogical conditions: fostering adolescents' willpower through practical patriotic activities; developing intrinsic motivation; and taking into account their individual characteristics and abilities. According to the results of the questionnaire and interview analysis, patriotic values are effectively developed through school subjects, the widespread use of interactive tools, project-based educational technologies, social media, the establishment of interpersonal relationships, and various types of patriotic activities.

patriotism, patriotic values, adolescence, education system, digital technologies, methods of developing patriotic values