ʺEducation of civic position of cadets in military higher educational institutions: theoretical aspectʺ

Abstract

The article reveals the problem of educating the civic position of cadets - future officers, which is
relevant in the light of modern military events related to aggression from a neighboring state.
It is emphasized that scientific and pedagogical understanding of ways to develop citizenship
acquires special importance in military institutions of higher education, which have accumulated rich
experience in developing civic qualities in cadets.
It is noted that the level of formation of the civil position of his subordinates, as well as subsequent
generations of military personnel, largely depends on the patriotic and civic position of the cadet - the future
officer of a military institution of higher education, because the officer performs the functions of a leader and
mentor when cadets solve official and combat training tasks for the protection of the state, a teacher and
educator who helps cadets form a civic position and patriotic qualities. The concept of “civic position” is
defined as a complex of spiritual and moral attitudes and experiences of the individual for the fate of the
Motherland, manifested in a culture of feelings, moral feelings, a sense of patriotism, national cultural
identity, civic dignity, civic responsibility, civic duty of conscience, civic courage, respectful attitude and
love for the Motherland, which is reflected in socially significant actions, actions aimed at ensuring social
interests and human rights, as well as changing the social environment in accordance with moral values and
current social objectives;