DEVELOPING LEARNERS' COLLABORATION SKILLS THROUGH AFFILIATIVE MOTIVATION IN EDUCATION

The article examines the pedagogical and psychological aspects of developing collaborative relationships among students through the enhancement of affiliative motivation in the educational process. It analyzes the role of students’ interpersonal communication, cooperation, shared understanding, mutual trust, and collective activity in improving the effectiveness of education. The article also highlights the opportunities for developing students’ communication, creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork skills based on the cooperative approach and the 4K model. Furthermore, it substantiates the importance of affiliative motivation in strengthening interpersonal relationships, increasing students’ interest in learning, and enhancing their active participation in the educational process.