Experiences in Developing Creative Thinking in Foreign Countries and Prospects for Their Integration into the Education System of Uzbekistan
Abstract
This article examines the theoretical foundations of creative thinking development and analyzes approaches aimed at fostering it in the education systems of developed countries such as the USA, Finland, Singapore, South Korea, and Japan. The main objective of the study is to conduct a comparative analysis of advanced pedagogical practices and to identify effective mechanisms for their adaptation to the education system of Uzbekistan. The research employed comparative-analytical, systemic, and interpretative methods. The results indicate that the development of creative thinking in modern education systems is closely linked to student-centered approaches, interdisciplinary integration, and the use of digital technologies. It is concluded that the adaptive integration of foreign experience can enhance the effectiveness of the national education system.