Modernization of Information Technologies Studies at University Level

Received: December 2003Abstract. The article examines update of modules of general IT (Informatics) studies underchanges in secondary school programs. It is proposed to create distance-learning courses and use“tools set” principles. It will allow broadening the choice of study subjects and will create possibil-ity for students from different faculties to choose the subjects and realization tools that better meettheir needs and fields of studies. The developed materials will be available to all students and staffwilling to improve IT skills through distance learning. Tasks and knowledge control will be unifiedin the whole University. The materials of updated Informatics courses will be presented in a virtuallearning environment WebCT, including self-control tasks and tests. This will also be very usefulfor correspondence students.Key words: e-learning, information technologies, informatics.