Psychological Characteristics Forming Professional Identity in Future Educators

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This article analyzes the psychological characteristics that affect the formation of professional identity in future teachers from a theoretical and practical perspective. Professional identity is interpreted as a process of understanding a person's chosen profession, accepting himself as a representative of this profession, mastering professional values, forming a stable motivation for pedagogical activity, and assessing his professional capabilities. The study highlights the interrelationship of psychological factors such as professional motivation, self-awareness, reflection, professional values, empathy, communicative skills, self-confidence, responsibility, pedagogical competence, and emotional stability. It also shows the potential of pedagogical practice, mentoring, reflective activity, and psychological support in the development of professional identity in the process of higher pedagogical education.