THE DEVELOPMENT OF PEDAGOGICAL IDENTITY IN LEARNERS AS A SOCIO-PEDAGOGICAL ISSUE

This article explores the phenomenon of pedagogical identity development in learners as a contemporary socio-pedagogical challenge. In modern education, identity formation is recognized as a crucial factor influencing students' academic, personal, and professional growth. However, traditional pedagogical approaches often overlook the socio-pedagogical dimensions of identity, leading to fragmented support in the learning process. The research aims to analyze the role of socio-cultural, institutional, and educational factors in shaping pedagogical identity and to identify strategies for fostering its development. Methodologically, the study employs a mixed approach, combining qualitative insights from interviews and content analysis with quantitative data from surveys. The results highlight significant challenges, such as insufficient socio-pedagogical support, limited integration of innovative methods, and the lack of identity-oriented practices in educational institutions. At the same time, effective practices - including mentoring, interactive learning, and the use of ICT - are shown to play a key role in cultivating learners' pedagogical identity. The article concludes that a holistic socio-pedagogical approach is essential for enhancing students' identity formation, which contributes not only to individual development but also to the improvement of educational quality.