Formation of citizenship in the professional training system for future teachers: content, methods, and technologies

the article is devoted to the problem of civic education in the context of professional training of higher school students – future teachers. The main idea of the study is the comprehensive impact of the educational process on the development of students’ personal qualities, including their civic position. The author focuses on the integration of theoretical training and practical experience, which contribute to the formation of a holistic personality of a specialist. The novelty of the work lies in the consideration of citizenship as an integrative quality of an individual, which is formed at the intersection of professional development and personal growth. The central role is played by higher education, which serves as a platform for the development of active and responsible citizens in society. Higher education is one of the institutions that promote civic and patriotic education, the development of spiritual and moral values, and the formation of Russian civic identity. The paper examines the pedagogical conditions that contribute to the formation of civic consciousness among students. It demonstrates the mechanisms for developing future teachers as competent citizens and responsible professionals through a combination of academic training, personal communication skills, organizational abilities, and emotional resilience. The article presents the results of empirical research on the behavioral component of civic education among students of psychological and pedagogical education. The author's future research plans to develop a training program aimed at enhancing the civic component of future teachers' professional training.

traditional Russian spiritual and moral values, citizenship, civic qualities, civic education, civic initiatives, civic position, and professional activities