THE ROLE OF FACILITATION QUALITIES IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF PEDAGOGICAL MASTERY
Abstract
The study examines the crucial role of facilitation qualities in enhancing pedagogical mastery among future educators within Uzbekistan’s higher education system. In the twenty-first century, the transformation of education requires teachers to become facilitators—mentors who guide, inspire, and empower students to construct knowledge through collaboration and critical reflection. This article analyzes the theoretical foundations, methodological approaches, and educational practices that link facilitation with the professional growth of teachers. The findings emphasize that pedagogical mastery is deeply interconnected with facilitative communication, emotional intelligence, and learner-centered instruction. The research advocates for integrating facilitation-based modules into teacher education curricula as an essential mechanism for improving teaching effectiveness, creativity, and reflective competence. The study contributes to the growing discourse on modern pedagogy, highlighting the need for professional educators to possess not only subject expertise but also facilitation skills that foster sustainable and humanistic learning environments.Keywords
facilitation, pedagogical mastery, higher education, professional competence, learner-centered approach, Uzbekistan
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