TRANSITION TO PERSON-CENTERED AND COMPETENCY-BASED MODELS IN MOTHER TONGUE LESSONS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL

The article analyzes modern paradigms of teaching the mother tongue in primary school, specifically focusing on person-centered and competency-based approaches. The author has developed the theoretical and methodological foundations for forming the student as an active subject of the educational process, rather than a passive recipient of information. The research explores the principles of humanistic pedagogy, the teacher's role as a facilitator, and methods for developing students' linguistic and communicative skills. Furthermore, the study proposes enhancing educational efficiency through the creation of learning situations, differentiated assignments, and a reflective assessment system.