Overcoming clip thinking in contemporary students

Abstract

The article analyzes the problems associated with clip thinking in contemporary students. The history of information revolutions and of the changes they cause in society is considered. On this basis, the forecast is made about the consequences of the contemporary digital revolution. Based on the works of neuropsychiatrists M. Spitzer and T. Compernolle, the concepts of digital dementia and information pseudo-retardation are clarified. Based on author’s own pedagogical experience, practical recommendations are given on how to work with clip thinking in students. The experience of using the computer program Visual Understanding Environment and the technology of ontodesign in the educational process is analyzed. Recommendations are made for improving the process of higher education in connection with the digital revolution. The perspectives of the post-urban society in connection with computerization and the widespread availability of Internet are considered.