Natalya G. Nebusova

the chapter examines the transformation processes in the educational system of the Russian Federation in the context of the transition from the Soviet model to the modern educational paradigm. The prerequisites and consequences of Russia's accession to the Bologna Process (2003–2023) are analyzed, including the introduction of the Unified State Exam, the credit-module system, and the unification of educational standards. Key problems of modern education are identified: staffing shortages, corruption, low funding, the predominance of theoretical training over practical training, weak continuity...

the chapter reveals the intrinsic essence of the phenomenon of educational quality, defined as the normative standard that educational outcomes and all products of education must meet. It is shown that contemporary educational activity is characterized by new fields of study and specializations, a well-developed material and technical infrastructure, high demand for graduates, strategies for targeted multi-level training, and sufficient budgetary and non-budgetary funding. Educational quality is viewed as an embedded support system for interconnected actions aimed at comprehensively enhancing...