RESEARCH ON EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENT PEDAGOGUES FOR FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND READINESS FOR PROFESSIONAL WORK

Abstract

The aim of the conducted study is to determine the attitudes for the formation of professional competence and readiness for professional work in the field of physical education of students in the specialty "Pre-school and primary school pedagogy" at Trakia University, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria. Subject of the survey are 68 students at their Bachelor's degree, who graduated in the academic year 2019/2020. All respondents are women with an average age of 22,6 years. For the purpose of the study, a questionnaire with author Ilieva & Doncheva (2015) was attached. Alternative analysis and chi-square Pearson’s test (χ2) were used to analyze the results. Results: Over 80% of the students have a positive mindset in regards to learning the subjects "Theoretical foundations of physical education" and "Methodology of physical education in preschool and primary school age." 60% of them have higher expectations about their sports-technical preparation. The surveyed students are aware of the importance of personal motivation and responsibility for the success of their professional work in the area of physical education.