Traditionalist or innovator? The teacher in the face of the challenges of modernity

Abstract

Article focuses on the changing role of the teacher, which affects the nature of contemporary social change. The current form of education based on the schematic action and “safe” methods of teaching, does not meet the needs of the generation brought up in the world of new technologies. Requirements for modern teachers are associated with the creation of the student's education, so as to trigger the need for questioning and seeking answers, stimulate motivation, develop bold decisions and innovative actions and thinking.