DIAGNOSTICS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF INFORMATION AND DIGITAL COMPETENCE OF FUTURE OFFICERS

Formulation of the problem. Today the problem of developing information and digital competence (IDC) of future officers in the context of non-formal education and the problem of designing a diagnostic apparatus to measure such development is relevant. The paper aims to develop a diagnostic apparatus (criteria and indicators) to measure the development of information and digital competence of future officers Methods. To achieve this goal, we used the analysis and generalization of scientific sources, structural and logical analysis to identify and substantiate the indicators of the development of the IDC of future officers, as well as content analysis and comparative analysis to characterize the levels of development of the IDC of future officers. Results. To assess the levels of development of the IDC of future officers, the criteria (motivational and value, cognitive and activity) and the relevant indicators (the presence of motives, value attitudes for self-development, knowledge about IT & DT in general and in the industry, the ability to use DT and IT to solve professional problems) have been determined. The qualitative assessment of the indicators made it possible to characterize the levels of development of future officers' IDC. Each level (low, medium, and high) reflects a different degree of IDC development, and, accordingly, a different degree of development of motives, knowledge, and skills to use IT and DT in professional activities. A low level may be sufficient for basic tasks, but medium and high levels are critical for managing complex operations and adapting to the performance of professional duties. Conclusions. This diagnostic apparatus has been developed, and levels of development of future officers' information and digital competence have determined the ability to use modern technologies to perform official duties effectively. With the help of the diagnostic apparatus, it becomes possible to test the effectiveness of pedagogical models of future officers' IDC development.