ASPU Faculty Members Explore VAKE Methodology in Targeted Training Session

Strengthening the bridge between moral values and academic knowledge, Marine Matosyan, Deputy Dean for Science and Internationalization at the Faculty of Biology, Chemistry, and Geography, recently conducted a training seminar for the Chair of Geography and its Teaching Methods at Armenian State Pedagogical University (ASPU).

The session focused on the VAKE (Values and Knowledge Education) methodology. During the seminar, Dr. Matosyan detailed the theoretical foundations and practical applications of this method, which allows students to navigate complex ethical dilemmas while simultaneously mastering subject-specific content.

Key Highlights of the Training:

• The VAKE Stages: Participants were guided through the structured steps of the process, including the introduction of a “dilemma story,” initial value judgment, and the subsequent information-gathering phase.
• Core Components: The training emphasized the balance between critical thinking, moral reasoning, and the acquisition of empirical knowledge.
• Application in Geography: Specific focus was placed on how geography professors can utilize VAKE to discuss different issues