The role of master classes in improving the professional and pedagogical activity of a high school teacher

The article considers the role of the master class as a form of improvement, self-improvement and self-development of a high school teacher, issues of developing methodological foundations of these processes, systematic study of professional and pedagogical activity. The concept of “master class” is clarified, the substantive aspect of the scientific and methodological support of the master class is highlighted. Approaches to the organization of the master class on the exchange of innovative experience are described, its methodological structure is presented, specific principles of interaction on the transfer of experience and its stages are substantiated, criteria and indicators of the effectiveness of its organization and conduct are determined. The materials of the article can be used in the conditions of additional professional education of teachers of higher educational institutions and in their professional activities.