Organisational factors influencing the integration model of interaction between a pedagogical university and a regional educational system
Authors: Tarasov S. V. , Spasskaya E. B. , Proekt Yu. L. 
Published: January 2025

Introduction. At the current stage of development in the interaction between pedagogical universities and regional education systems (RESs), there is an opportunity to evaluate both the effectiveness of existing models of collaboration between the region and universities, as well as the influence of internal and external factors on the functioning of these models. Aim. The present research aimed to identify the most significant factors influencing the effectiveness of the integration model of interaction between a pedagogical university and RESs, as well as how these factors are perceived by the participants involved in this interaction. Methodology and research methods. In this study, the authors investigated the effectiveness of various factors influencing the integration model of interaction between pedagogical universities and RESs through the lens of systems and environmental approaches. In this context, interaction is viewed as both a process and an outcome of the dynamically evolving relationships between complex, integrated systems, aimed at maintaining balance and achieving objectives within the contemporary socio-cultural educational environment. A survey was employed as the assessment method, involving 2,335 employees from regional educational organisations, educational authorities, educational development institutes, and pedagogical universities. The participants ranged in age from 20 to 73 years, with an average age of 45.6 years (standard deviation: 12.3), and 89.8% of the respondents were women. Results. The study revealed a discrepancy between the perspectives of different parties regarding the nature of their interactions, particularly in how representatives from various organisations perceive the functioning of interaction models between pedagogical universities and RESs. University representatives view these interactions as more fruitful and intensive, while RES representatives tend to perceive their engagement with pedagogical universities primarily in terms of addressing the challenges of training future teachers and mitigating staff shortages within RESs. Furthermore, the research indicated that the territorial factor holds greater significance for RES representatives compared to university employees. It was also found that the selection of programme content and the educational outcomes associated with it reflect the actual deficits and needs of the interacting parties. Scientific novelty. For the first time, a large-scale survey conducted among representatives of RESs and pedagogical universities comprehensively examined the perceptions of the involved parties regarding the nature of their interaction. It also identified the factors influencing this interaction and revealed the expectations of the participants concerning the professional development programme. Practical significance. The research findings can serve as a foundation for designing interactions between pedagogical universities and RESs. This implementation is feasible during the development of professional competencies, motivations, and the significance of collaborative activities within a specially designed professional development programme for the participants involved in this interaction.