THE ROLE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN DEVELOPING LITERACY COMPETENCE BASED ON NEW GENERATION TEXTBOOKS

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This article analyzes the role of literacy competence in the educational process, the importance of new generation textbooks, and the modern approaches applied within them. Literacy competence is closely linked not only to learning to read and write but also to developing independent thinking, analytical skills, and communication abilities in the learning process. The article explores the use and significance of innovative technologies in developing literacy competence among primary school students. Keywords: literacy competence, competence, new generation textbooks, modern educational approaches, interactive teaching, quality of education. It is impossible to imagine modern life today without the development of science, enlightenment, and education. It is no coincidence that the development of education is defined as a top priority in the world’s leading countries. This is because a country's future prosperity is directly linked to the achievements it attains in the field of education. At present, the educational activities of schools are being further improved, once again reflecting our nation's age-old aspiration toward knowledge and enlightenment. Our youth strive to lead a healthy and prosperous life, attain an important position in their chosen profession, assume responsibility, and, in short, achieve personal and intellectual excellence. However, in this process, alongside acquiring education, it has become essential to be able to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, discern the reliability of information in a digital era where data is accessible at the click of a button, and demonstrate creativity. These are now regarded as key requirements. In his Address to the Oliy Majlis and the people of Uzbekistan on December 20, 2022, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev emphasized the need to continue the ongoing reforms in the field of education. In the draft decree of the State Program for 2023, he set forth the task of “gradually implementing new curricula in general secondary education institutions from the 2023–2024 academic year aimed at fostering universal and national values, patriotism, as well as the 11 SCIENCE SHINE INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL Issue 14(49), Volume 1 | ISSN 3030-377X | 15.06.2025 development of communicative competencies, critical and creative thinking, collaboration, and research skills among students.” This highlights the significance of these reforms. [1] In line with this, textbooks for grades 1 to 4 have been newly developed based on advanced international experience. Through completing the exercises and tasks presented in the new textbooks, students in primary school acquire the skills necessary to solve problems posed by international assessment programs. These textbooks are designed to cultivate the knowledge and competencies required to successfully adapt to the modern information society. The new generation textbooks, published in 2023 by “Novda Edutaiment” publishing house and recommended by the Scientific-Methodological Council under the Center for Educational Development, focus on enhancing the 4K s—communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration—as well as intensifying the educational process. These resources help students develop the professional and social qualities necessary for achieving future success. Mastery of these competencies prepares students to actively participate in a rapidly changing world, approach problem- solving with analytical thinking, generate new ideas, and engage in successful communication with others. [2] One of the main objectives of the modern education system is the development of students’ literacy competence. Literacy is not merely the ability to read and write text, but also the capacity to apply acquired knowledge and skills in practice. [3] At the same time, the newly published Mother Tongue and Reading Literacy textbooks for primary school students demand significant effort and continuous research from primary school teachers. These textbooks are not intended to have students simply memorize ready-made rules, but rather aim to develop independent thinking through creative reasoning. In this context, the use of innovative technologies plays a crucial role in shaping and enhancing the competencies of primary school students. Therefore, teachers’ literacy in information and communication technologies (ICT) is of vital importance. Today, improving both teachers’ and students’ digital literacy has become essential for developing students’ competencies. The term competence is derived from the Latin word “compete”, which means "to strive for," "to be suitable," or "to correspond to." In modern educational usage, it refers to a set of specific knowledge, skills, and abilities that an individual possesses. The term is also used to describe the authority and responsibility assigned to a person or organization to perform a specific task. Competence is a predetermined social requirement under the authority of the state