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Vol.05 Issue01 2025
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Developing the Creative
Activity of Future Teachers
Through Folklore
Abduraximova Muxabbat Allayevna
Lecturer at the Department of Pedagogy and Inclusive Education at
Termez State Pedagogical Institute, Uzbekistan
Abstract:
The article describes the preparation of folk
art in the training of future teachers, effective methods
of them, and the role of folk art in the spiritual education
of young people. The future elementary school teacher
has lost control of any process lesson, learning, and
recommendations on the effective use of advanced and
communication technologies. It is a methodical method
for primary school teachers to teach effectively in the
future in the process of pedagogic work, with a creative
approach to folkloric art in exemplary lessons and
additional classes after the lesson, or using pedagogical
technologies will help.
Keywords:
Folklore, personnel training, national values,
mentor, research methodology, historical-linguistic,
genre studies method, comparative (comparative)
method, creative methods.
Introduction:
In the 21st century, the education system
is undergoing rapid changes around the world. With
innovative
pedagogical
methods,
information
technologies and various interactive methods, the
educational process is becoming more effective and
interesting. In such conditions, folk oral literature can
play an important role in the training of potential
teachers. Folk oral literature, that is, folk poetry,
legends, tales, proverbs, parables and other literary
forms, is of great importance in the development of
creative thinking in the educational process.
In the modern education system, the importance of
teachers in developing creative thinking and creativity is
increasing. They play an important role not only in
educating students, but also in developing their creative
thinking abilities. In order to effectively implement this
process, it is necessary to provide teachers with various
methods and techniques. Folklore is a very important
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tool in developing the creative performance of
teachers. The ability of future primary school teachers
to use examples of folklore in their pedagogical
activities will greatly help them understand our
national mentality and identity.
METHODOLOGY
methodology is a set of methods, principles and
approaches for studying folk art. This methodology is
considered one of the main branches of folklore
studies and helps to deeply analyze, study and
interpret samples of folk oral art. The main directions
and methods of the methodology for studying folk oral
art are presented below:
1. Historical-linguistic approach
This approach studies oral folklore in relation to
historical processes, language development, and
national identity. It includes:
Determining the origin of works.
Studying the connection between historical events and
legends.
Research on the characteristics of the national
language and dialect.
2. Genre study method
By classifying and analyzing genres of folk oral art, the
content and artistic characteristics of the works are
determined. For example:
Fairy tales, epics, proverbs, riddles.
Each genre has its own characteristics and functions.
3. Structural-analytical method
This method studies the structure, composition, and
artistic means of folk oral works. It includes:
Compositional structure of works.
Symbolic elements and their function.
4. Ethnographic and cultural approach
It studies the connection between folklore patterns
and the life, customs, and worldview of the people.
This approach emphasizes the following:
Ceremonial songs and their function.
Cultural codes and traditions.
5. Psychological approach
A method of analyzing folklore samples by linking them
to the psychological state of the creators and the
psyche of the people. For example:
A reflection of emotions such as fear, joy, or hope.
Psychological foundations of collective creativity.
6. Comparative method
Identify common and unique aspects by comparing
folklore works with the oral works of other peoples.
7. Sociological approach
This method studies oral folklore in relation to social
reality and class relations. It:
Characters that reflect the social strata of society.
The social functions of folklore are studied.
The correct application of the methodology helps to
gain a deeper understanding of oral folklore, its
preservation, and its transmission to future generations.
Our President Sh. Mirziyoyev emphasized that “we need
to talk more with our youth, listen to their hearts,
provide practical assistance in order to understand their
pain and problems,” and added, “In implementing this
task, we rely on our national traditions, folk oral art, and
the rich cultural heritage of our ancestors that have
been formed over the centuries. We will intensify work
aimed at instilling in the hearts of our youth a sense of
love and loyalty to the Motherland, and educating them
in the spirit of a healthy lifestyle. In this regard, state
policy will be firmly continued on the basis of the newly
adopted law “On State Policy on Youth” [1].
The task of educating a person is an extremely complex
activity, and from ancient times this activity was carried
out by mature representatives of society. [2]
Speaking of folk art, its use in primary school teachers'
lessons is invaluable. Folk art is a means of spiritual and
moral education and upbringing of young people,
human values and patriotism; friendship, harmony, hard
work, love for the profession, the consequences of good
and evil, good and bad words, honesty, correctness,
nobility, justice, honesty and dishonesty, the
importance of friendship, brotherhood, brotherhood
and blood relations, and good and bad qualities such as
courage and cowardice are awakened in the minds of
our young people[3].
Folklore and its importance in education
Folklore is a product of language and literature that
reflects the historical experience, values, beliefs and
worldview of the people. It embodies not only the
richness of the language, but also the culture, thinking
and worldview of the people. Uzbek folklore is not only
rich in its own legends, tales, songs and stories, but this
work also has an incomparable place in the educational
process.
Through folk oral art, teachers not only have the
opportunity to increase their creative potential, but also
to teach students about folk traditions, culture, and
history. The use of folk oral art methods in teaching
enhances the teacher's creative approach, and helps
students develop their intelligence and fluency in using
the language.
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The role of oral folklore in the development of creative
activity
1.
Developing the language and thinking ability
Folk oral literature includes many literary forms:
stories, proverbs, legends, epics, etc. They help to
introduce new colors and ways of expression into the
teacher's language and speech. Also, through such
creative activities, the teacher can encourage students
to think critically.
2.
Developing Creative Methods
Through folk art, teachers not only teach traditional
lessons, but also develop new approaches to make
lessons more engaging and interactive. For example,
through storytelling, role-playing, and other methods,
the teacher can stimulate students' creative thinking.
3.
Teaching Culture and History
Through oral folklore, teachers can expand their
knowledge and understanding and provide students
with deeper information about the history, values, and
traditions of their people. This increases students'
cultural awareness and develops a sense of pride in
their history and people.
4.
Developing Emotional Intelligence
Folklore often includes unique means of expressing
emotions. Through such creative activities, teachers
teach students to express their feelings appropriately
and empathize with others.
Integrating folk art into the educational process to
develop creative activity
There are several approaches to incorporating folk art
into the educational process in developing the creative
activities of teachers:
1.
Using Folklore in Lessons
Teachers can use methods such as storytelling,
studying proverbs, and introducing folktales in lessons.
This not only provides students with knowledge, but
also develops their own creative thinking.
2.
Creating Creative Lesson Plans
Using examples of folk oral art, teachers can make their
lesson plans more colorful and creative. For example,
they can organize lessons in the form of a epic or
legend, encourage students to dramatize, and involve
them in solving specific creative problems.
3.
Developing Teamwork through Folklore
Teachers can teach students to work in groups and
express their ideas through teamwork. This process
develops students' creative thinking, as well as the
skills to communicate their ideas to others and
integrate collective ideas.
It is very important for primary school teachers to
understand the importance of knowing examples of folk
oral art in their future lives and to apply them in their
pedagogical experience. A thorough study of examples
of Uzbek folk oral art helps to develop the skills of a
competent future teacher to apply various methods and
techniques in the teaching process.[4]
It shapes the development of moral imagination and
understanding of future primary school teachers by
teaching them examples of folk oral art. [5]
The task of educating a person is an extremely complex
activity, and from time immemorial this activity has
been carried out by mature representatives of society.
To prevent a void in the spiritual world of our youth, it
is necessary to shape their hearts and minds with a
healthy lifestyle, respect for national and universal
values, and the examples of folk oral tradition, which is
the rich heritage of our people.[6]
Teaching primary school students about our national
values, centuries-old traditions, customs, and socio-
cultural origins is one of the most pressing issues of
today.[7]
Folklore and its role in education
Folklore reflects national culture, history, worldview
and moral values. One of its most important features is
that it can not only be learned from, but also develop
creative and critical thinking. Introducing teachers to
folklore has a number of advantages in shaping their
creative activity in the educational process:
1.Development of creative thinking
Various forms of folk oral art (fables, proverbs, sayings,
legends) teach teachers to express their thoughts freely,
independently and creatively. These creative materials
help students generate new ideas, imagine them, and
resolve their uncertainty. Teachers can use these
methods in their work to form creative thinking in
students.
2. Promoting national culture
Through folk oral art, future teachers learn national
culture. This will be an effective tool in their professional
activities to convey the values of the Uzbek people to
students. For example, by using proverbs or legends in
lessons, the teacher teaches not only language and
literature, but also the national spirit.
3. Instilling social and moral values.
Folklore often deals with moral issues, right and wrong
paths. Through this, teachers have the opportunity to
convey to students human values, mutual respect and
harmony in society. Teaching social issues and moral
concepts through folktales increases the pedagogical
competence of teachers.
Using folk art in the educational process
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In order for folk oral art to directly help develop the
creativity of future teachers, it should be included in
lessons. The following methods can be effective:
1. Studying folkloric works in seminars.
It is necessary to study various forms of folkloric works
through seminars and trainings in teacher training.
Reading and analyzing fables and legends based on
students' reading, understanding their content, and
discussing how these works can be used in their work
develops the creative approach of teachers.
2. Using folktales in literature lessons
Folktales allow teachers to use new methods in
literature lessons. For example, using proverbs or
parables to make the lesson interactive will attract
students' attention. This, in turn, encourages students
to think carefully and creatively.
3. Working with works of folk oral art
Teachers should learn how to transform works of folk
oral art and bring them into new forms in modern
conditions. This will allow teachers to create
pedagogical methods that are based on national
traditions, but are suitable for modern requirements
and conditions.
CONCLUSION
Developing the creative activity of future teachers
through folk oral art not only helps them learn national
culture and history, but also improves their
pedagogical competencies. Folk oral art helps teachers
develop a creative approach, critical thinking and
creative thinking in students. Thus, the rich heritage of
folk oral art is of not only scientific, but also cultural
and moral importance in the educational process,
encouraging teachers to take a new approach to their
professional activities.
Folklore plays an invaluable role in developing the
creative activity of future teachers. Folklore allows you
to introduce new, creative approaches to the
educational process, develops students' thinking and
expressive skills, and also increases their cultural,
historical and emotional knowledge. Thus, folklore
plays a significant role in increasing the creative
potential of teachers and the comprehensive
development of students.
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