PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FORMATION OF THE IDEA OF THE MOTHERLAND AMONG STUDENTS IN RUSSIAN LANGUAGE CLASSES

The concept of the Motherland plays a vital role in the development of students' national consciousness and civic identity. In modern educational practice, especially in the context of multilingual and multicultural societies, fostering a sense of patriotism and cultural belonging is becoming increasingly relevant. Russian language classes offer unique opportunities to instill the idea of the Motherland through the exploration of literary texts, linguistic norms, and culturally significant discourse. This article explores the pedagogical principles and methods that enable educators to develop students' understanding and appreciation of their homeland within the framework of Russian language instruction. It emphasizes the integration of cultural and moral content into language education and highlights the teacher's role as both a linguist and a cultural mentor. The study draws on theoretical frameworks in pedagogy, psychology, and linguistics, and proposes practical recommendations for the effective formation of patriotic consciousness through language lessons.