Introduction of cluster technology in the educational process of the university

Abstract. The article discusses cluster technologies in the field of education, based on the synthesis of systems theory and cognitive science, providing the ability to manage systems, including the educational system, to ensure the best results and efficiency. The cluster approach involves a fresh look at the process of education (training), which allows us to consider the relationship, continuity and mutual influence of various elements of the educational system on its results. In educational activities, cluster technology is used in the process of studying material within the framework of academic subjects for the best understanding of complex phenomena. The purpose of the study is to consider the essence and structure of the concept of «cluster technology» and determine the effectiveness of its application. Methods used in the study: literature review, pedagogical experiment, comparative analysis. The experiment involved two groups of students, one of which mastered educational material on cluster technology in accordance with the methodology of M. A. Veryaskina and E. I. Zaikina. As a result of the study, it was confirmed that the possibilities of using cluster technology in the educational process should be considered an effective tool for the didactic presentation of complex phenomena. The study conducted by the author showed that the introduction of cluster technology in the educational process of the university shows an effective result.