ПРОДЪЛЖАВАЩАТА КВАЛИФИКАЦИЯ НА ПЕДАГОГИЧЕСКИТЕ СПЕЦИАЛИСТИ КАТО АСПЕКТ НА УЧЕНЕТО ПРЕЗ ЦЕЛИЯ ЖИВОТ
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF PEDAGOGICAL SPECIALISTS AS AN ASPECT OF LIFELONG LEARNING

Summary/Abstract: Continuing professional development of teachers has become a key priority in modern educational systems. This paper examines the ongoing qualification of pedagogical specialists as an essential component of lifelong learning. The study is based on contemporary theoretical and practical understandings of teacher professional development and highlights that qualification should be perceived not as a one-time training but as a continuous, systematic, and reflective process. Lifelong learning is presented as a strategic framework that requires teachers to constantly update their knowledge, skills, and competencies in response to rapid social, technological, and educational changes. Continuing qualification plays a crucial role in improving teaching quality, fostering innovation, and enhancing adaptability within the education system. Special attention is given to the regulatory framework in Bulgaria, particularly the State Educational Standard for the Status and Professional Development of Teachers and Other Pedagogical Specialists (Ordinance No. 15, 2019). The analysis suggests that effective professional development should integrate academic preparation, methodological training, and practical experience while promoting collaboration and reflective practice among teachers. The paper discusses key challenges such as digitalization, inclusive education, and the need for innovative pedagogical approaches. It argues that well-organized qualification activities contribute not only to individual teacher competence but also to the overall modernization of educational institutions. In conclusion, the study emphasizes that continuing professional development is a fundamental mechanism for achieving educational quality, sustainability, and innovation. It recommends the development of flexible, practice-oriented qualification models that empower teachers as active participants in educational change

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