Сучасні тенденції розвитку освітніх програм інформаційно-документного профілю в Україні

The purpose of the study is to analyze trends, challenges, and prospects in the development of modern educational programs (EPs) of an information and documentation profile in Ukraine and abroad. It examines the existing challenges faced by higher education institutions (HEIs) in Ukraine within the information society context, with particular focus on comparing master’s degree programs across Ukrainian, American and Canadian universities. The methodology. The research provides comparative analysis of educational programs in the specialty 029 “Information, Library and Archival Affairs” using Kharkiv State Academy of Culture (KSAC) as a primary case study. The methodology includes: content analysis of bachelor’s and master’s programs’ professional competencies and learning outcomes; quantitative and qualitative analysis of master’s program titles across Ukrainian HEIs based on 2024 admission campaign data; comparative assessment of target, content, and formal aspects of similar programs in American and Canadian universities; analysis of selective course systems and practical-experimental training approaches. The results. The study identifies important distinctions between the educational approaches of North America and Ukraine in the areas of: the flexibility of elective courses in American universities in comparison to their Ukrainian counterparts; the greater focus on information technology and hands-on training in foreign educational programs; the current status and nomenclature of Ukrainian master’s programs in specialty 029; and specific professional competencies and learning outcomes in bachelor’s and master’s programs designed to improve information technology education. The scientific novelty. The research provides a comprehensive comparative analysis of information- and document-oriented educational programs across different countries, identifying key challenges in the Ukrainian educational system amid digital transformation. It offers an original assessment of current trends in professional training for information specialists and establishes a basis for educational program development that aligns with global standards while addressing local needs. The practical significance. The findings present distinct viewpoints for the development of information- and document-oriented educational programs in Ukraine that focus on: expanding the use and application of contemporary digital technologies; improving students’ hands-on training; establishing a top-notch, competitive information science education system; and resolving identified barriers to achieving the full potential of digital educational programs in Ukrainian higher education institutions. The research provides valuable insights for educational administrators, curriculum developers, and policy makers seeking to improve the quality and competitiveness of information science education in Ukraine.