Creativity in teaching plays a key role in improving the quality of education, especially in the field of economics subjects in secondary schools. This paper focuses on the use of creative methods in teaching economics subjects, examining their impact on student motivation and engagement. The main aim is to analyse the importance of creativity in teaching economics subjects in secondary schools and its practical use in pedagogical practice. By fostering an interactive and engaging learning environment, creative methods can enhance students' understanding of economic concepts, making lessons more dynamic and applicable to real-world scenarios.

The research used qualitative and quantitative methods, with the empirical part including a questionnaire survey and structured interviews with secondary school teachers and students. The research results confirmed that creative methods, such as project-based learning, simulations, brainstorming and case studies, positively impact student engagement in teaching and their ability to apply the acquired knowledge in practical situations. Furthermore, these methods encourage collaboration, problem-solving skills, and innovative thinking, which are crucial for students' future academic and professional success. At the same time, it was shown that students who learn using these methods show a higher level of autonomy and critical thinking.

An essential part of the research was the analysis of the challenges teachers face in implementing creative methods. The main problems include the time-consuming preparation, the need for specific learning resources and the different preferences of students concerning teaching methods. Additionally, some teachers may lack the training to integrate creative approaches into their teaching practices effectively. Despite these challenges, it was shown that teachers who regularly use creative methods record higher levels of motivation and satisfaction for their students.

Based on the results obtained, it can be stated that integrating creative teaching methods into economic education in secondary schools is desirable and can significantly contribute to improving the educational process. It is recommended that schools and educational institutions support teachers in implementing innovative approaches through training and providing necessary resources. At the same time, further research is needed to optimise the implementation of these methods and take into account students' individual needs. Strengthening collaboration between educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers can also play a crucial role in ensuring that creative teaching strategies become a fundamental part of economic education.

Keywords: Creative teaching, economic education, student motivation, active learning, innovative pedagogical approaches.