Typological analysis of patriotic attitudes in the context of their structural organization

Relevance. In modern science, patriotism is considered a complex, multi-component phenomenon undergoing transformation in the consciousness of youth. Existing research reveals contradictions between declared support for patriotism and personal self-identification, as well as regional and professional differentiation of patriotic attitudes, which necessitates a shift from simplified models to differentiated approaches in studies of patriotism.

Purpose. To conduct a structural and typological analysis of the patriotic attitudes of student youth to identify their latent components and qualitatively different types of perceptions of patriotism.

Materials and Methods. The empirical base consisted of 104 argumentative essays by students from universities in the Siberian Federal District of Russia (Krasnoyarsk Krai, Kemerovo and Irkutsk Oblasts, Republics of Tyva and Khakassia). The methodology included content analysis of the texts with subsequent factor analysis of the data to identify structural components and cluster analysis to build a typology.

Results. Factor analysis revealed three stable structural components of patriotism: collective-emotional solidarity, civic-practical orientation, and cultural-historical continuity. Cluster analysis identified three types of perceptions: rational-practical (focus on actions), integrative (balanced), and distanced (low involvement). A low representation of the integrative type and an absence of critical reflection on the past in the structure of perceptions were revealed.

Conclusion. The results confirm the multi-component nature of patriotism and demonstrate its heterogeneity among the student population. The obtained data allows for the development of differentiated approaches to the formation of patriotic identity in the educational environment, which is of practical importance for improving the system of patriotic education in universities.

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