ENHANCING TEACHERS' PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE THROUGH INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL TECHNOLOGIES: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES

This study examines the psychological and pedagogical foundations of enhancing teachers’ professional competence through innovative pedagogical technologies in contemporary education. Emphasis is placed on integrating gamification, project-based learning, STEAM approaches, and interactive instructional strategies to foster teachers’ personal and professional growth. By synthesizing theoretical frameworks and empirical findings, the study highlights motivation, reflection, and continuous professional development as key components influencing teachers’ competence. Analytical, comparative, generalization, and observational methods were employed to investigate how innovative pedagogical strategies affect classroom effectiveness and teacher performance. The findings indicate that structured use of innovative technologies improves teachers’ instructional skills, strengthens reflective practices, and promotes a competency-based teaching culture, ultimately enhancing the overall quality of education.