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Focusing on the critical role of teacher education, this academic monograph presents empirical research on the development of critical thinking skills among future teachers. It details a three-stage study: first assessing students' critical thinking levels, then analyzing their teaching preparations against individualized teaching standards, and finally surveying students' concerns about pedagogical practice. The findings provide insights into the effectiveness of undergraduate training in fostering the necessary skills for impactful teaching and educational reform.

Exploring volunteerism, this monograph highlights its dual role as a vital element of lifelong and non-formal learning within European educational policies, emphasizing its potential for personal and professional growth. However, it notes the limited promotion of volunteerism in Slovak university education, particularly for pedagogy students. By contrasting practices in countries like the UK and Finland, where universities actively support volunteer initiatives, the authors advocate for greater awareness and integration of volunteerism to enhance student competencies and real-life skills.