Formation of pedagogical creativity in future primary school teachers within the higher education system

The article explores the specifics of the development of pedagogical creativity in future primary school teachers. It emphasizes the importance of effectively organizing teacher training by creating pedagogical conditions within higher education that immerse students in real professional activity. Based on a theoretical analysis of the works of both Russian and international scholars, the authors identify the features of the staged immersion of students in professional practice, highlighting the distinctive characteristics of the educational process at each stage of study. The research aims to establish a correlation between the professional development of primary school teachers and the objectives of fostering pedagogical creativity within the higher professional education system of the Russian Federation. It is suggested that the current potential of the higher education system supports the formation of pedagogical creativity in future educators. The purpose of the study is to examine the process of developing pedagogical creativity in future primary school teachers as part of the higher education curriculum. Materials and methods. The methodology includes a review and analysis of scientific literature on the professional training of educators, as well as the development of a structural model. Results. The article presents a model for the formation of pedagogical creativity in future primary school teachers, detailing the characteristics of each stage of its development. Special attention is given to aspects that foster the formation of professional pedagogical qualities, the integration of research activities, and the inclusion of creative tasks in the educational process of future teachers. The results are addressed to academic staff, postgraduate students, students of teacher training institutions, education methodologists, and those interested in the issues of primary general education. Conclusion. The formation of pedagogical creativity in future primary school teachers is relevant not only within the modern educational system but also in all areas of human activity, as only a creative teacher can nurture a creative learner.