THE CONTENT AND DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF THE TEACHER TRAINING PROCESS IN THE FIELD OF TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION
Keywords:
technological education, teacher training, professional competencies, pedagogical preparation, practical skills, educational technologies, competency-based approach, interdisciplinary integration, innovation in educationAbstract
This article explores the content and distinctive features of the teacher training process in the field of technological education, with a particular focus on the alignment of pedagogical preparation with contemporary educational and technological demands. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and innovative teaching methodologies in the professional development of future technology teachers. Special attention is given to competency-based education, interdisciplinary integration, and the use of modern educational technologies, including digital tools, project-based learning, and modeling activities.
The article analyzes the structural components of teacher training programs in technological education, highlighting their role in developing pedagogical, methodological, and technological competencies. Furthermore, it examines the specific characteristics that distinguish technological education from other educational fields, such as the close connection between education and production processes, creativity-oriented learning, and the formation of problem-solving and design thinking skills among prospective teachers.
The findings underscore the necessity of continuously updating the content of teacher education programs in response to rapid technological advancements and labor market requirements. The article also addresses the role of practical training, teaching practice, and reflective activities in shaping professionally competent, innovative, and adaptable technology teachers capable of effectively organizing the educational process in general secondary schools.
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