THE EXISTING PROBLEMS IN DEVELOPING THE PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL QUALITIES OF FUTURE EDUCATORS

INTERNATIONALSCIENCES, EDUCATION AND NEW LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 7 | 2025 https://internationalsciences.org/ | Social Sciences and Humanities | October, 2025 75 DOI: https://10.5281/zenodo.17484201 THE EXISTING PROBLEMS IN DEVELOPING THE PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL QUALITIES OF FUTURE EDUCATORS Xabilova S.T. Termiz davlat pedagogika insitituti Maktabgacha ta’lim kafedrasi o‘qituvchisi ABSTRACT The development of professional and personal qualities in future educators is one of the key priorities in modern pedagogical education. The effectiveness of the entire educational process largely depends on the teacher’s personality, their professional competence, moral values, creativity, and communication skills. However, there are still a number of problems and challenges that hinder the full formation of these qualities among students in pedagogical institutions. This study examines the existing issues in developing professional and personal competencies of future educators, including insufficient practical training, the lack of innovative teaching methods, limited opportunities for self-development, and the weak integration of theory and practice. Another challenge lies in the insufficient focus on nurturing emotional intelligence, leadership skills, and reflective thinking, which are crucial for working effectively with children and parents in today’s dynamic educational environment. The paper also discusses ways to overcome these problems — such as introducing practice-oriented learning, enhancing mentorship programs, fostering a humanistic and creative educational environment, and encouraging continuous self-education and professional reflection among students. The research emphasizes that the formation of a competent, empathetic, and responsible educator requires a holistic approach that combines academic preparation with personal growth and ethical development. Keywords: future educators, professional qualities, personal qualities, pedagogical education, teacher competence, moral values, creativity, communication skills, emotional intelligence, leadership skills, reflective thinking, practical training, innovative teaching methods, self-development. The ultimate goal of the study is to identify effective strategies for improving the system of professional training for future educators and to create conditions that support the development of their personal and professional qualities in harmony with INTERNATIONALSCIENCES, EDUCATION AND NEW LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 7 | 2025 https://internationalsciences.org/ | Social Sciences and Humanities | October, 2025 76 modern educational standards and social needs. In our country, the system of preschool education and upbringing is considered one of the main sources for increasing the intellectual potential of society. Educators and teachers hold a central place in this system, as they determine the future of the younger generation and the progress of society as a whole. Comprehensive measures are being implemented to ensure that future preschool educators receive education and professional training that meet international standards, to develop their professional and personal qualities, to help them establish a worthy civic position in society, and to realize their creative potential. At the core of these efforts lies the goal of nurturing a healthy generation and ensuring their proper moral, intellectual, and emotional development. A profession is a historically developed form of activity necessary for society. To perform it, a person must possess professional qualities and personal abilities that correspond to the combination of knowledge, skills, and competencies required for the job. Professional qualities are the set of a person’s knowledge, skills, and competencies in a specific field, as well as the ability to effectively and efficiently apply them in professional activities. Personal qualities are internal factors that influence a person’s behavior, consistently manifested in certain situations. Low Quality of Theoretical and Methodological Preparation • Difficulties in understanding pedagogical concepts, theoretical principles, and regularities; • Limitations in analyzing the logical coherence of educational material and applying theoretical foundations to problem-solving; • Challenges in consolidating theoretical knowledge. Factors Limiting Effectiveness in Pedagogical Practice • Lack of effective communication with a mentor or supervisor in preschool educational institutions; • Student stress and insufficient motivation when performing pedagogical tasks. Organizational-Managerial and Social Problems • Insufficient organizational skills; • Difficulties in managing children in a group and coordinating their activities; • Uncertainty and fear when performing pedagogical tasks in social settings; • Lack of confidence in decision-making and problem-solving. Problems in Developing Professional and Personal Qualities • Inconsistency between personal characteristics and professional abilities; • Limitations in personal development and self-improvement; INTERNATIONALSCIENCES, EDUCATION AND NEW LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 7 | 2025 https://internationalsciences.org/ | Social Sciences and Humanities | October, 2025 77 • Non-compliance with requirements, violations of discipline and ethical norms during activities. REFERENCES: 1.ST Xabilova, M Nazarova “MENTAL EDUCATION OF PRESCHOOL CHILDREN” Innovative research in modern education 97-99 2023.5.17http://aidlix.com/index.php/ca/article/view/651 2.S Xabilova “EDUCATION OF FUTURE PRESCHOOL TEACHERS IN A MODERN SPIRIT” International Bulletin of Medical Sciences and Clinical Research 3(4) 132-135 2023.4.26 http://www.researchcitations.com/index.php/ibmscr/article/view/1234 3.Xabilova, S. (2023). THE PECULIARITY OF FORMING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL-PEDAGOGICAL COMPETENCE OF EDUCATORS. 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