Development of special competencies of future primary school teachers based on the use of the project method

Relevance. The relevance of the study is explained by the fact that the key factor determining the quality and effectiveness of primary school work is undoubtedly a competent teacher. The project method emphasises the considerable role of the future teacher in the changing modern school. The qualities of a good teacher develop competent pedagogical knowledge, which is engaged in the search and development of desirable qualities and traits that should be characteristic of a future teacher when using the project method. The harmonious coexistence of all elements of competencies determines the full personality of the teacher. Competencies determine the qualifications of specialists, act as a kind of guarantee of proper work and success. Purpose. The purpose of the study is to identify the criteria and conditions for the development of special competencies of future primary school teachers based on the use of the project method. Methodology. The methodological basis of the research is the following approaches: theoretical, empirical, didactic. Results. A characteristic feature of competence is its subjectivity, and a special attribute is the dynamics manifested in action with a harmonious combination of knowledge, skills, understanding, and desires that meet the needs of primary classes. Regarding the competencies of future teachers, the following types and areas of pedagogical education are distinguished: subject knowledge, transfer of subject knowledge, classroom management, assessment and recording the progress of individual students, further professional self-improvement. An effective future primary school teacher is a person who, in addition to subject and material competencies, has a high pedagogical qualification necessary for systematic reflection and problem-solving. Conclusions. The practical value of the research lies in the use and implementation of the project method to develop special competencies of future primary school teachers. Keywords: students; qualifications; professional development; knowledge; skills