Applying ICT in teaching as the foundation for the enhancement of the university competitiveness

The article discusses the issues of ICT integration into the teaching process in SPbSPU at the example of the «MOODLE» platform. The need to introduce new technology into teaching and learning is proved as the ground for the increasing competitiveness and inclusion of the university into the international educational processes. A successful example of applying «MOODLE» in teaching Mathematics to bachelor students is demonstrated. Methodical recommendations for electronic materials development, an example of a test, structure of individual tasks are provided. Finally, a short analysis of the reasons for slow and insufficient ICT introduction in teaching and learning is given. The reasons discussed are: ―entrance barriers‖, human factor, cultural aspects, and also the lack of detailed strategy of ICT integration into the educational process.