Vestnik (series: humanities and social sciences), №2/2023

Engoyan A. Geopolitical factor of Armenia in the South Caucasus region

ABSTRACT. The geographical borders of Armenia since the times of the First Republic were largely determined not only thanks to the heroic struggle of the Armenian people for independence, but were also the result of resolving many contradictions and reaching compromises between various geopolitical players in the region. At the present stage of historical development, one of the challenges for the Armenian people has been the activation of the pan-Turkic segment in the Eurasian space. According to the current situation the geopolitical factor of Armenia in the region, determined by history, is clearly manifested, designed to become a significant obstacle to the expansion of the pan-Turkic area. Today, like a hundred years ago, many world geopolitical centers, albeit to varying degrees, are interested in having a presence in Armenia and strengthening their influence in the country. In this context, as well as in the changing paradigm of global development, Armenia will have to develop a balanced foreign policy strategy that takes into consideration the historical mistakes of past generations.
Keywords: geopolitical factor, South Caucasus region, geopolitical interests, Eurasian space, Pan-Turkism, Eurasianism, world centers of power.

Khachikyan S. The reflection of global warming issues in the energy policy of the Republic of Armenia in the context of international climate regime 

ABSTRACT. The article studies the features of the energy policy of the Republic of Armenia in the context of global climate agenda. At the same time, an important key for the research is the study of modern trends in the greening of global economy, international treaties on containment of harmful anthropogenic impact on the global climate system, as well as the prospects for “green” transformation of the global energy system. At the same time, features of the energy system in the Republic of Armenia, the possibilities and potential of the “green” transformation of the industry within the framework of the “nationally determined contribution” (NDC) under the Paris Agreement are considered. The main cooperation formats of Armenia on greening the energy sector within the framework of integration processes with the EU and the EAEU are also analyzed.
Keywords:  climate agenda, Paris Agreement, “nationally determined contribution”, energy system, Republic of Armenia.

Aghayan N. Political myths and the role of the media in political communication

ABSTRACT. The article examines the new manifestations of myth -making, especially the motivations for expanding the range of applicability of political myths. The role of mass media in the development and dissemination of political myths in political communication is specially analyzed. It is recorded that currently the most influential means of mass media is television, which, influencing the consciousness and psychology of millions of viewers, creates the reality that is desirable for the power managing the given television station, according to the order formulated by the latter. The manipulation technologies and tricks used by mass media and the political myths formed on their basis are presented.
Keywords:  political communication, political myths, manipulative technologies, technological myths, eternal myths, public consciousness, socio-psychological influence, mass media. 

Hovhannisyan O., Martirosyan T. Some problems of improving RA labor legislation 

ABSTRACT. This article is devoted to the issues of improving the labor legislation of the Republic of Armenia. The article deals with the problems of liability of employees, problems associated with the term of notice of the upcoming dismissal at the initiative of the employee, etc. The ways of improving the labor legislation of the Republic of Armenia are proposed.
Keywords: labor code, employee, employer, liability, notice period, immoral behavior, etc.

Petrosyan I., Hakobyan E. Main channels of exogenous shocks influence on the macro-financial environment in the Republic of Armenia

ABSTRACT. Exogenous shocks have become a subject of study for many economists, due to their increasing number, the greater degree of unexpectedness and unpredictability of their occurrence, and consequently their more severe consequences, especially in the last few years. Over the years of its independence, the Armenian economy has had to endure such shocks more than once, and each time the consequences for the economy have become more extensive and deeper. This paper will examine the Armenian economy under the conditions of exogenous shocks. By analyzing the past (global financial and economic crisis of 2008–2009, regional currency crisis of 2014), recent (crisis of 2020 – COVID-19 and the second Artsakh war) and current (positive exogenous shock in 2022) shocks, the main transmission channels of the shocks will be identified.
Keywords:  exogenous shocks, Armenian economy, shock transmission channels, macrofinancial environment.

Avetisyan A.  Issues of R&D financing in Armenia

ABSTRACT. Investments in R&D are one of the key drivers of Armenia`s economy competitiveness under the current socio-economic development processes. However, the largest part of expenditures on research and development is currently covered by the state. Share of private sector financing is completely insignificant. Moreover, the extent of universities participation and contribution to the development of innovative products is also quite low. Taking this into account, the article is aimed at identifying the main factors, reducing the opportunities for R&D financing in Armenia and possible mechanisms of funding optimization based on the analysis of the best international practices.
Keywords: : research and development, innovation, public-private partnership.

Galstyan A.  Analysis of investment flows between RA and RF

ABSTRACT. International transfers are an essential component of the global economy. Foreign direct investment (FDI) is one of the most critical components of such transfers. They are vital for capital formation in both developed and developing countries. Russia is the largest foreign investor in the Republic of Armenia. This article discusses the dynamics and sectoral structure of investment flows between Armenia and Russia in terms of their impact on the economic development of Armenia. The subject of the research is investment flows between Armenia and Russia. The purpose of the study is to reveal the role of Russian investments in Armenia in the process of economic development. The study's relevance is due to the high dependence of the Armenian economy on the Russian economy and economic processes. Methods such as a comparative analysis of academic studies and systemic and statistical analysis were used to achieve this goal.
Keywords: : foreign investment, economic development, Armenia.

Badalyan R. The dynamics of attracting foreign investment and assessing their effectiveness

ABSTRACT. The article is devoted to the dynamics of attracting foreign investments and assessing their effectiveness. The article analyzes the main obstacles that arise in the process of attracting foreign investment. The factors influencing the increase in the flow of foreign investment, the possibility of their rapid attraction and effective distribution are considered. The government is modernizing the mechanisms and processes of economic diplomacy, which will contribute to the creation of the most favorable conditions for the development of Armenia, a significant increase in the inflow of foreign investment. It is important to identify the risk factors that affect the inflow of investments into the Armenian economy at all levels – state, regional, municipal and directly at the level of enterprises. Investment activity that stimulates business activity largely determines the pace of development and economic growth of the country...
Keywords: foreign investment, dynamics, economics, efficiency, foreign direct investment..

Martirosyan A. Specificities of identity during the period of youth crises in the process of forming “Self-image”

ABSTRACT. Adolescence is a special, critical period. At this age the active process of personality formation takes place. This period is important for solving problems of self-determination and choosing a future life path. Nowadays, young people are faced with a huge amount of information, social and economic problems that pose certain challenges. The world is becoming increasingly globalized and different cultures are intertwined. That is why the issue of studying the topic of identity formation, Self-Image, is especially relevant...
Keywords: self-identity, formation of Self-Image, Youth crisis, formation of Personality. 

Vardanyan M. Academic vocabulary error analysis in EFL learners’ written discourse

ABSTRACT.The present study is a corpus-based analysis of errors in academic vocabulary made by Armenian learners of English as a Second Language. The purpose of the study is to identify lexical errors in academic vocabulary made in the essays by AUA freshmen, classify them, find the prevalence of their occurrences and explain the causes of those errors using error analysis strategies. The Mixed Method Research (MMR) approach, which integrates quantitative and qualitative research components, is employed to gain deeper, context-rich answers to supplement the information in data analysis and data collection. Lexical errors in written essays were identified with the help of corpus analysis. Types, frequency and sources of the misused academic words were calculated and identified in line with lexical error taxonomy. The results of the current study may assist educators to create an authentic context for mastering AWL, to develop curriculum and design activities that will help the learners to avoid errors in academic vocabulary.
Keywords: lexical error, error analysis, corpus analysis, Academic Word List, academic vocabulary.

Hovyan G., Sahakyan K. Educational needs and pedagogical and psychological services for children with SEN

ABSTRACT. The article presents a new procedure for ensuring the educational needs and pedagogical and psychological services of children with special educational needs, in accordance with which the information obtained in the assessment process on assessing the need for specific learning conditions and the methodology for summarizing the results is carried out for pedagogical and psychological examination in order to determine the type, period, duration and scope of support services.
Keywords: Assessment of the needs of a student in special learning conditions, information collected in the provision of support services, regional center, institution, input, education management information system.