EDUCATOR OF THE FUTURE GENERATION: THE ROLE OF THE CREATIVE TEACHER IN THE SOCIO-CULTURAL SPACE

Abstract

The article examines the role of the creative teacher in modern society. The author argues that creative teachers are a key figure in the education of the future generation. They should be able not only to impart knowledge, but also to develop students’ creative thinking, problem-solving and collaborative skills. In the study, the author describes the characteristics of a creative teacher. These include personal qualities such as openness to new things, curiosity, flexibility of thinking, risk-taking, self-confidence, optimism; key competencies such as subject knowledge, pedagogical skills, digital competence, innovation and creativity, which involves a deep understanding of the subject, innovative teaching methods, the ability to inspire, the ability to collaborate and openness to new things. The author argues that creative teachers are an important resource for society. They play a key role in the education of the future generation and help them develop the skills needed to succeed in the 21st century ‒ inspiring, supporting and developing the creative potential of their students, laying the foundation for their future success. Creative teachers will be the agents of change and inspirers of the next generation.The author sees prospects for further research in studying the impact of creative teaching on various aspects of student development ‒ cognitive, socio-emotional, personal; in studying the effectiveness of various methods of creative teaching through comparative analysis, its long-term impact, adaptation to different contexts; in understanding the role of the creative teacher in inclusive education, in developing sustainability, etc.