Multidisciplinary Journal of Science and Technology

INTEGRATIVE APPROACH AS A MEANS OF DEVELOPING CREATIVE ACTIVITY OF STUDENTS

Khalima Yermekbaeva

Researcher at Nizami Uzbek National Pedagogical University

Keywords: Integrative approach, creativity, creative activity, interdisciplinary learning, pedagogy, innovation in education, student-centered learning.

Abstract

This article examines the integrative approach as a powerful pedagogical means of developing students’ creative activity. Modern education faces the urgent challenge of preparing individuals who are not only knowledgeable but also capable of generating new ideas, solving complex problems, and adapting to rapidly changing environments. The integrative approach, which combines knowledge, skills, and experiences from different disciplines into a unified educational process, provides fertile ground for fostering creativity. By linking theory with practice, science with art, and cognitive learning with emotional development, integration enriches students’ intellectual capacity and encourages divergent thinking.

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