Psychology and Pedagogy of Polyfunctional Professional Activity of Teaching Staff

Abstract

This psycho-pedagogical study featured advanced training of teaching staff as a means of adapting the modern educator to the transforming functions of teaching. The research objective was to describe the ideas that modern teachers have about their diverse professional functionality, as well as to identify related priorities and difficulties. The experimental part of the research aimed at revealing the technological methods that would make teaching productive. It relied on the theoretical and empirical analysis and synthesis, evaluation of students' activities, and a psychological and pedagogical experiment. The functional and role repertoire expanded under the following conditions: subject-subject relationships, active and interactive mode, innovative approach, and cooperation among teachers of all experience levels. The research results can be used to create and improve programs of advanced professional education in the teaching sphere. Teaching personnel should be provided with opportunities for a progressive, consistent, and constant development of their individual, socio-psychological, and professional skills to fulfil their teaching potential and functional repertoire.