Role of educators in the creative development of students

Relevance. Research into the role of the educator in fostering a favourable educational environment where students can develop their creative potential is a relevant and important task. Purpose. The study aims to explore methodologies that can provide educators with effective encouragement and support for creative thinking in the context of educational practice. Methodology. The study employed questionnaire, observation, and survey methods. Results. The study confirmed that creativity is key in modern society as it facilitates innovation and adaptation to rapidly changing conditions. In education, teachers significantly influence the development of students' creativity by creating a stimulating learning environment and applying various techniques and strategies. The study also revealed that the instructor's style and level of competence positively influence students� perception of creativity. An important component is the instructor�s approach to teaching and creating a stimulating learning environment that promotes creativity. A positive correlation was found between these two factors and perceptions of teacher creativity. The assessment of teacher creativity was found to be dependent on the context of teaching, with students in mathematics having a higher tendency to view their teachers as creative compared to other courses. Conclusions. Creativity development programmes that include various techniques and approaches aimed at developing self-awareness, self-expression, leadership, and cooperation are important educational tools. These programmes contribute to the personal and collective growth of participants and help them to successfully adapt to the modern world. However, the hypotheses of a significant effect of mentor support on perceptions of tutor creativity were not confirmed, indicating a limited effect of this factor on students� perceptions of tutor creativity. Keywords: creativity; methodological approaches; modernisation; education system