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Purpose: The article deals with the research activities and interests of Vladimir Mikhailovich Khvostov, which were quite diverse. After analyzing numerous historiographical and archival sources, as well as available literature on this topic, it will be advisable to identify three areas of scientific interests of the scientist. Methodology: The History of diplomacy and international relations; problems of General and national history (mainly the events of world wars); and the tasks of pedagogical science in General (including historical education). In any of the three presented topics of the study V. M. Khvostov managed to prove himself as a teacher, historian, and organizer of science. Results: Vladimir Mikhailovich Khvostov studied relations between the world's leading powers, military clashes, and diplomatic history. However, the creative contribution of this scientist has not yet been the subject of special consideration. The article marks the contribution made by Academician Khvostov Vladimir Mikhailovich in the Pugwash movement, his reports, and talks at international congresses and conferences. Applications: This research can be used for universities, teachers, and students. Novelty/Originality: This paper analyzes numerous historiographical and archival sources and available literature on the research activities and interests of Vladimir Mikhailovich Khvostov in the context of the History of diplomacy and international relations.

Nowadays, learning foreign languages is a relevant issue for both students and professionals in different fields of industry. The purpose of this article is to consider the Case Study method, its advantages and efficacy and cogency in comparison with other methods of foreign language teaching and to present the analysis of the results of the study of the application of this method in foreign language classes with students and practitioners (students of business programs and business courses), presenting their perception and attitude to the use of this method in classes. "Case Study", a case study method, is the method of situational learning used to solve practical educational tasks in foreign language teaching. It is based on a problematic situation, either simulated or real, which needs to be analysed, assessed, discussed and solutions to be found. The authors surveyed foreign language students of Kazan Federal University, practitioners and learners of various foreign language programmes and courses for different purposes. The questions posed to the learners about the difficulty of performing the tasks, cognitive interest in this method and effectiveness of its application in foreign language classes were investigated and analyzed. The research on this issue showed both the effectiveness of this method and the necessity of its use in foreign language learning. At the same time, the analysis of the responses also led to the conclusion that an individual approach to work with different categories of learners is advisable.

This article considers the topic of electronic educational resources application in teaching foreign language at higher educational institutions, including e-learning at Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University. It gives a specific example of using such distance learning variant as electronic educational resource, analyzes the students' survey data to find out their opinion on implementation of electronic educational resource in studying special lexis of a foreign language. The aim of the article is to discuss the concept of "electronic educational resources" and analyze their advantages in comparison with other forms and methods of teaching at higher educational institutions when teaching a foreign language. The article shows the relevance of the issue of study due to the large flow of those wishing to learn a foreign language and the introduction of digitalization of education. The practice of electronic educational resources can solve a number of problems and facilitate the process of acquiring knowledge as a self-study, extra classes or when learning is not carried out together with a teacher, under his/her direct supervision.