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Carisma cadrelor didactice ca factor definitoriu a profesionalismului pedagogic
Teaching staff charisma as a defining factor of pedagogical professionalism

Author(s): Olga MUNTEANU
Subject(s): Philosophy, Social Sciences
Published by: Biblioteca Ştiinţifică a Universităţii de Stat Alecu Russo
Keywords: charisma; pedagogical charisma; pedagogical professionalism; teachers
Summary/Abstract: The article examines the charisma of teachers and its influence on pedagogical professionalism, integrating sociological, psychological, and educational perspectives. Theoretical viewpoints are synthesized, presenting charisma as the result of expressive behaviors, personality traits, and competencies developed through educational practice. The paper highlights contributions from contemporary authors who emphasize the importance of expressiveness, empathy, confidence, enthusiasm, and coherent communication in shaping the teacher–student relationship. Models describing the dimensions of charismatic teaching are presented, including professional knowledge, positive character attributes, and instructional techniques oriented toward student engagement. The content also incorporates contributions regarding pedagogical professionalism, analyzed through criteria related to continuous professional development, responsibility, methodological quality, and stable pedagogical orientation. The article underlines the connection between the charismatic dimension and teacher professionalism, emphasizing the impact of this relationship on the effective functioning of the educational process.

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