"I am skilled in many languages": the teaching of Arseny Grek is the cradle of foreign language education in Russian education

Abstract

The article presents the results of an extensive study of historical sources concerning the existence of the Greek-Latin school, which is traditionally associated with the activities and teaching of Arseny the Greek. In the course of the work, various archival documents, chronicles and other written evidence were analyzed, which made it possible to establish the direct relationship of Arseny the Greek to this educational institution. The study examines in detail the role of Arseny the Greek in the development of the Greek-Latin school, emphasizing his significant influence as a mentor on the motivation of students to learn. The article focuses on the high level of competence of Arseny the Greek as a teacher and mentor, which contributed not only to improving the educational level of students, but also to the formation of their interest in learning Greek and Latin languages, as well as ancient culture in general. Special attention is paid to the teaching methods of Arseniy Grek, his pedagogical approaches and innovations that he introduced into the educational process. The author of the article analyzes how these methods contributed to the development of critical thinking and analytical abilities in students, as well as their role in the formation of the intellectual elite of that time. The study also examines the broader context of the state of Russian education in the 17th century, paying special attention to foreign language education. The article discusses various aspects of educational policy at that time, the influence of Western European educational traditions and their adaptation in the Russian educational system. The results of this study can serve as a basis for further research on the state of Russian education in the XVII century. In particular, the article opens up new perspectives for the study of foreign language teaching, the role of foreign teachers in Russian schools, as well as the impact of these processes on the cultural and intellectual development of Russia as a whole. Thus, this study not only sheds light on the importance of Arseny the Greek and his contribution to the development of the Greek-Latin school, but also offers new directions for further scientific research in the field of the history of education in Russia.