PEDAGOGICAL EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERACTIVE AND INNOVATIVE APPROACHES IN TEACHING NATIONAL VALUES WITHIN GEOGRAPHY LESSONS

Interactive technologies innovative teaching Geography education National values Heritage-based learning Student engagement Uzbek schools Pedagogical effectiveness

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February 24, 2026

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Objective: This study examines the effectiveness of interactive and innovative technologies in teaching national values within geography lessons in general secondary schools of Uzbekistan. Method: In the context of ongoing educational reforms, increasing attention is being paid to integrating moral upbringing with academic instruction. Geography education provides wide opportunities for this integration due to its interdisciplinary nature, connecting natural environments with socio-cultural processes. Results:  The findings indicate that the use of innovative pedagogical technologies significantly improves students' geographical knowledge, strengthens respect for national heritage, and increases classroom engagement. Statistical results show measurable growth in academic achievement and value-based competencies among students exposed to interactive heritage-focused instruction. Novelty: The study concludes that integrating national values through innovative technologies enhances both educational and upbringing outcomes in geography education.