Аннотация
The article deals with the psychological mechanisms of formation of pedagogical thinking in students of pedagogical specialities. Special attention is paid to the role of motivation and volitional processes as the basis of internal regulation of educational and professional activity. Based on the theory of self-determination and modern concepts of volitional control, the significance of autonomous motivation and volitional stability for the formation of reflexive, purposeful pedagogical thinking is substantiated. The review of scientific research is presented and the key pedagogical conditions contributing to the formation of motivational and volitional sphere of students are highlighted.