HISTORICAL STAGES OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDYING AND TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

This article analyzes the historical stages of the development of studying and teaching philosophy. It examines the changes in the content, methods, and forms of teaching philosophy from the Ancient Eastern and Greco-Roman periods through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Modern period, and up to the contemporary education system. The study also reveals the role of philosophy in social development at various historical stages, its influence on the advancement of scientific thinking, and the evolution of pedagogical approaches. Furthermore, the article discusses the present-day significance of philosophical education and prospects for its further improvement.