The Concept of “Citizenship” in Pedagogical, Socio-Political, and Humanities Sciences

This article is dedicated to the study of the concept of “citizenship” across various scientific disciplines, including pedagogy, social and political sciences and humanities. The relevance of this work is due to the significance of citizenship as an integrative quality of personality and society, contributing to the strengthening of national values, social responsibility, and patriotism. The novelty of the research lies in its interdisciplinary approach to analyzing the concept, which allows for the identification of its multifaceted nature and evolution in historical and contemporary contexts. The purpose of this study is to form a comprehensive understanding of citizenship through the analysis of its interpretations in in pedagogical, socio-political, and humanities sciences. The research materials include works by domestic and foreign scholars, including dissertation research, and legislative acts of the Russian Federation. The methodology is based on a comparative analysis of citizenship definitions, a cultural-historical approach, and the study of pedagogical practices. As a result of the study, the author conducted an analysis of the works of educators, political scientists, sociologists, psychologists, and other specialists, which revealed the absence of a unified approach to defining citizenship and formulated an original interpretation of the concept. It was found that citizenship is one of the key elements of the education system, shaping a personality with developed legal consciousness, high social responsibility, and conscious patriotism. The conclusions emphasize the need to integrate civic values into educational programs to prepare active members of society. The results can be applied in the development of educational standards and social projects. The practical significance of the research lies in the possibility of using its conclusions to improve educational processes. The prospects for further research are related to the study of the impact of citizenship on socio-political stability and the development of society.