SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF REFLECTION MECHANISMS IN PEDAGOGICAL ACTIVITY

This article highlights the scientific foundations of reflection mechanisms in pedagogical activity. Reflection is interpreted as a pedagogical approach aimed at improving professional activity through conscious analysis by the teacher. In the modern educational system, reflexivity is not only a central element of teacher competence but also a key factor in enhancing the quality of education. The article analyzes the main forms of reflection, its significance at the institutional level, its integration with technological approaches, and its role in shaping bilateral communication between teacher and student.