LANGUAGE AS A MEANS OF TRANSMISSION OF VALUES AND FORMATION OF CULTURAL IDENTITY IN EDUCATION

The study confirmed that intercultural communication and language education are key elements in the formation of civic consciousness and social cohesion in a globalized world. As emphasized in the National Security Strategy of Ukraine, the development of human capital, including the modernization of education and science, is a strategic direction of state policy (Strategy, 2020). The importance of language education in strengthening national identity and ensuring democratic values is undeniable, which necessitates further research in the field of intercultural interaction and adaptation of students to the new communicative environment. An analysis of recent studies has revealed that in modern conditions, language education should not be limited to linguistic skills alone, but should form an understanding of cultural codes and sociocultural contexts. As stated in the Strategy, one of the priorities of national security is the protection of the rights, freedoms and legitimate interests of citizens of Ukraine, which is impossible without strengthening the education system, in particular in the field of intercultural communication (Strategy, 2020). In this context, it is necessary to introduce modern pedagogical technologies that will contribute to the effective integration of foreign students and their involvement in the Ukrainian educational space. In view of this, the prospects for further research should include the development of new methodological approaches to intercultural education, based on democratic principles and mutual respect. As stipulated in the Strategy, the development of human capital, including increasing the level of education, is the main direction for ensuring the resilience of society to the challenges of the modern world (Strategy, 2020). Therefore, an important task is the integration of new technologies into the learning process and the formation of intercultural competence in students. In addition, it is necessary to continue research into the impact of language policy on social adaptation and integration of students into a new cultural environment. Considering the principles of human security as the basis of national security, it is important to create educational strategies that will contribute to the preservation of cultural diversity and at the same time ensure the effective integration of foreign students into society (Strategy, 2020). Further scientific research should focus on the development of new models of intercultural communication that take into account modern global challenges. It is necessary to integrate the achievements of the philosophy of education, sociology and cultural studies to create effective educational programs that will meet the needs of modern society. An important task remains the development of mechanisms for interaction between higher education institutions and state institutions to increase the level of intercultural tolerance and social cohesion.