Bykovska O. Theory and Method of Non-formal Education in Ukraine

The dissertation research is dedicated to solving the problem of theoretical and methodical basics of non-formal education in Ukraine. The historical and pedagogical essence of theory and practice of non-formal education was explained; the basic chronological stages of non-formal education forming and developing were showed. The analysis of modern state of non-formal education in Ukraine in comparison with the non-formal education in other European states was made. The scientific basements of non-formal education system were proved, its structure and parts were determined. The model of modern system for organizing and administering the non-formal education was characterized. The out-of-school contents and methodology were developed, being based on the competent approach. The efficiency of contents and methodology implementation in the out-of-school establishments was proved experimentally that contributed to increasing the level of pupils educational achievements.