Teleology of the Competence-Oriented Approach in the System of Higher Education: Traditions and Innovations

Vladimir Gutu 
(Department of Pedagogical Sciences, Moldova State University, Republic of Moldova)

Abstract: This paper is dedicated to the study of competence-oriented approach in higher education. Currently there is a growing interest with regard to the study of the competences and their relevance in the methodological planning in the higher education. The key ideas refer to the fact that the modernization of the goal or competences-oriented approach is due to the fact that it represents the modern tendencies and changes within the society. The competence-oriented approach requires an interdisciplinary, contextual and teleological approach in order to be relevant in the university teaching practice and ultimately in the professional development of the student.

Key words: competence, competence-oriented approach, teleology, educational goals