Transformation and adaptation of foreign literary works in the modern educational context of the university

Abstract

The topic of transformation and adaptation of foreign literary works in the modern educational context of Russian universities has a noticeable impact on the educational process and student culture. In the modern world of globalization and information technology, education and literature have become a global and multilingual phenomenon. In this context, foreign literature included in the curricula of Russian universities plays a significant role in preparing students for a successful life in a multinational and multicultural society. However, teaching foreign literature can be a challenge due to language and cultural barriers. In this regard, the transformation and adaptation of foreign literary works is an urgent and important task that requires in-depth research. Over the past decade, in the period from 2013 to 2023, the percentage of adaptations of literary works in the courses of arts and humanities of Russian universities has increased from 35% to 70%, according to Rosobrnadzor data. The purpose of this work is to study methods and approaches to the transformation and adaptation of foreign literary works in the educational context of Russian universities. We strive to identify and analyze how these processes affect students' understanding of foreign literature, their intercultural interaction and the level of critical thinking.