MODERN METHODS FOR DEVELOPING THE INTELLECTUAL AND CREATIVE COMPETENCE OF FUTURE MATHEMATICS TEACHERS

This article analyzes the relevance, essence, and pedagogical mechanisms of developing the intellectual and creative competence of future mathematics teachers. The structural components of this competence, manifested as an integrative unity of intellectual and creative abilities, are identified. Furthermore, the paper highlights ways to develop students’ non-standard thinking skills through the application of problem-based learning, heuristic methods, and project-based technologies in higher education.