Digital determinants of higher education development

The purpose of the study is to develop the theoretical and methodological foundations of digitalization of the higher education system and to substantiate practical recommendations for its improvement in Ukraine. Methodology. In the course of the study, the path of dominance of the principles and methods of cognition was chosen, the choice of which was determined by approaches to the disclosure of the topic, the tasks and specifics of the sources. The principles of systematic, cognitiveness, use of observation methods, comparison, analysis, synthesis, induction, deduction, measurement and abstraction were used. Scientific novelty. The phenomenon of digitalization of higher education in Ukraine and the world is analyzed. Learning management systems (Moodle, Canvas, Google Classroom,) and educational content management systems (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, OneDrive, Unicheck, Strikeplagiarism), which form the technological foundation of digital education in institutions in institutions of digital education in institutions, have been investigated. Transformation processes, technological innovations and their impact on the academic environment in the context of global EDTECH growth growth are systematized. Conclusions.It is determined that in the period 2020-2024, higher education institutions of Ukraine went through a fundamental digital transformation that changed approaches to teaching and learning. It is noted that more than 90% of higher education institutions have successfully implemented digital technologies in their educational processes. Digitalization has made it possible to overcome geographical barriers and create equal opportunities for young people from different parts of the country, which contributes to the development of human capital throughout Ukraine. The key areas of digital transformation of higher education institutions should include the development of digital infrastructure (providing high-speed Internet access for all higher education institutions, modernization of equipment, creation of digital competence centers), improvement of the regulatory framework (regulation of distance and blended education, digital identification and authentication, data protection and cybersecurity, recognition of digital qualifications), as well as stimulating innovation and sharing of best practices through grant programs, digital innovation competitions, creation of national repositories of open educational resources.