THE FORMATION OF STUDENT YOUTH' CIVIC COMPETENCE: ANALYSIS OF SCIENTIFIC AND PEDAGOGICAL LITERATURE

The article explores the formation of civic competence – pivotal aspect of modern democratic societies that fosters active public participation, ethical behaviour, and intercultural dialogue. Civic competence involves understanding political and legal institutions and is shaped through education, professional training, and social interaction. Recognized as a key transversal competence in the European Competence Framework, it underpins democratic engagement, professional success, and sustainable societal development. The study analyses literature on civic competence formation among student youth, emphasizing the need for a structured source base comprising theoretical and methodological insights across pedagogy and digital tools. Civic competence integrates knowledge, skills, values, and behaviour essential for effective democratic participation and counters digital environment risks. Its acquisition during professional education promotes youth socialization, legal awareness, ethical responsibility, and lifelong learning readiness. The competence supports responsible decision-making and strengthens democratic society values. Scientific analysis reveals civic competence as an interdisciplinary, dynamic construct investigated across political science, sociology, psychology, public administration, and pedagogy. Educational science underscores civic education's role in shaping critically thinking, socially active individuals. Comparative approaches identify universal trends and national distinctions in competence formation. The research highlights age-specific, industry-relevant, and professional contexts, affirming the deep integration of civic values into education. Diverse methodologies and rich conceptual frameworks pave the way for innovative didactic strategies responsive to global challenges.