INFLUENCE OF FACTORS OF THE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

The article examines the influence of factors of the educational environment on the effectiveness of scientific research activities of students in institutions of higher education. Analyzing the relationship between the structural components of the educational environment and their impact on academic efficiency, the work identifies key elements: access to resources, organizational support, integration of teaching and research, and the activation of student participation. The importance of interaction and cultural exchange in the higher education environment is emphasized as critical for the development of creative and critical thinking. The role of the scientific community and mentoring support in the formation of scientific competences is highlighted. The study of the influence of the factors of the educational environment on the effectiveness of research activities showed that a complex and deeply integrated educational environment creates conditions under which students not only acquire knowledge, but also participate in its generation and improvement, which is the basis for the development of critical thinking skills and scientific analysis.