Pedagogical Foundations for Developing Creative Competence in Primary School Teachers

Creativity in teaching enables educators to design innovative learning environments, to organize inclusive classroom conditions, and developing independent thinking in pupils. This article analyzes the pedagogical foundations for developing creative competence in primary school teachers based on theoretical analysis and synthesis of scientific literature. The interpretations of creativity proposed by various scholars are examined, and the role of creative potential in pedagogical activity is discussed. Based on the analysis of existing studies, a conceptual model for developing creative competence in primary school teachers is proposed, consisting of motivational, cognitive, operational, and reflective components.