THE ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL SOCIETIES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION IN ELISAVETGRAD REGION: SECOND HALF OF XIX–EARLY XX CENTURY

Abstract

The article reveals the role of educational societies of Yelisavetgrad region in the development of education in the region in the second half of the XIX – early XX century. The purpose of the article is to reveal the role of educational societies of Yelisavetgrad region in the development of education in the region in the second half of the XIX – early XX century. The publication uses a historical-retrospective method, which allows for a retrospective analysis of the history of educational societies of Yelisavetgrad region in the period under study and highlight their contribution to the development of education in the region. It was found that a significant contribution to the development of educational processes in the Yelisavetgrad region in this period was made by educational societies opened on the initiative of progressive public figures of the city. Among the greatest achievements of Yelisavetgrad charity in providing various segments of the population with both basic and special knowledge is the rich and diverse activity of the Yelisavetgrad Society for Literacy and Crafts, which on a charitable basis carried out large-scale educational, pedagogical and educational work: progressive literature, conducted significant educational and organizational and advocacy work among the population and students of educational institutions, organized theater performances, concerts, art exhibitions. Through the efforts of the society, a home for young homeless children, the first kindergartens, a free public library-reading room and a public library were opened in the city. Active educational and propaganda activities of the members of the society played a leading role in the spread of education among various segments of the population, contributed to the development of schooling in the region. N. Braker, P. Ryabkov, M. Fedorovsky, V. Khartsiev and others made a significant contribution to reviving the work of the society.