CONTENT AND PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF DEVELOPING METHODOLOGICAL COMPETENCE IN EDUCATORS OF PRESCHOOL EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Abstract

Preschool education represents the foundational stage of lifelong learning and plays a decisive role in children’s holistic development. Ongoing educational reforms in Uzbekistan have increased professional demands on future preschool teachers, particularly regarding their methodological competence. This article analyzes the content and pedagogical foundations of a technology aimed at developing methodological competence in pre-service preschool teachers. The study emphasizes interdisciplinary continuity, integration of theory and practice, and the use of innovative educational technologies in teacher education. A qualitative and analytical research approach was applied through literature analysis and pedagogical observation. The findings indicate that systematic, technology-based training enhances professional readiness, methodological flexibility, and creative pedagogical thinking. The study highlights the importance of competency-based and innovation-oriented approaches in preparing competitive preschool educators aligned with modern educational standards.