“ PEDAGOGICAL FEATURES OF PLAY ACTIVITY ”

Abstract

The article examines the pedagogical features of play activity, its significance in personality development, education, and child upbringing. Special attention is given to the educational and developmental potential of play, as well as its role in the formation of cognitive, emotional, and social competencies. Contemporary approaches to organizing play activities in the educational process and their impact on students’ motivation and engagement are analyzed. Recommendations for the effective use of play as a pedagogical tool are proposed.