THE IMPORTANCE OF CRITICAL THINKING IN IMPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SKILLS OF FUTURE TEACHERS

This article highlights the meaning and essence of the concept of critical thinking, provides examples of pedagogical and psychological views of worldwide researchers and representatives in education on critical thinking. Also emphasized the specific advantages of critical thinking, useful aspects of the development of critical thinking in students, including future teachersas well as the importance of critical thinking ability in improving the quality and effectiveness of education are discussed.