SELF-ACTUALIZATION AND SELF-FULFILLMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF STUDENTS’ AUTONOMY DEVELOPMENT WITHIN THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS

The article highlights important qualities that contribute to the effective development of autonomy of students in higher educational institutions. During the development of students' autonomy in the educational process the opportunities for the formation of their creativity, independence and ability to make decisions concerning the solution of certain theoretical and practical pedagogical problems greatly increase. Self-actualization is not a static condition, it is an active process in which person's capacities are used to their fullest. Creativity, ingenuousness, courage and hard work are the major characteristics of people, who are capable of self-actualization. The self-actualization is of special importance in professional activities, and for that it is not only necessary to possess the mentioned qualities but also to have the necessary professional tools and knowledge which will provide the performance and efficiency of work as well as capacities for professional growth.