NARRATIVE COMPETENCE AS A SUBJECT OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Introduction. The study of narrative competence seems to be one of the most urgent, relevant areas of scientific research, because narrative competence allows us to understand how our perception of the world is constructed and mediated through the stories we encounter and to realise the epistemological and ontological challenges associated with the existence of various simulacra in modern society. Also, narrative competence can be seen as a basis for navigating the peculiarities of one's inner self and the external world and, accordingly, developing a more coherent and meaningful autonarrative (story about oneself), which will contribute to the formation of a more complete picture of the world, develop a stable self-concept and identity. This, in turn, will contribute to the development of broader social and psychological competence that will allow them to confidently navigate complex social situations and situations of uncertainty, regulate their emotions, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, others and the world around them, and connect their experiences with the broader socio-cultural context. The purpose of the article is to systematise knowledge and approaches to understanding narrative competence, to outline the main concepts and attempts to interpret it in foreign and Ukrainian scientific discourses. Methods: review and analysis of scientific works related to the topic of narrative competence; systematisation and generalisation of knowledge gained from the analysis of scientific works on this issue; comparison and highlighting of the peculiarities of understanding narrative competence in different research contexts; formulation of conclusions on the understanding of the concept of narrative competence. Originality. The scientific novelty of the study consists in a comprehensive analysis of foreign and Ukrainian views on narrative competence, revealing its multifaceted nature. The practical significance is to highlight the role of narrative competence in different contexts, from personal development to the professional sphere, as well as its potential importance in the socio-political sphere. Conclusion. Narrative competence is a multifaceted psychological construct that includes cognitive, communicative, emotional, value-semantic and social components. It is a critical ability that allows people to effectively structure and share stories, as well as analyse the stories of others. Foreign studies mostly consider narrative competence in three contexts: in the context of child development; narrative medicine; and inclusion. In Ukrainian research, this concept is viewed through the prism of personal qualities, including the ability to self-design, communicative competence, and professional competence. Despite this, the understanding of narrative competence is still fragmented. Further research will be aimed at defining and conceptualising the concept of narrative competence, identifying its structural components and studying its role in socio-political contexts, in particular in the context of information and semantic warfare.