THE DEVELOPMENT OF COGNITIVE INDEPENDENCE IN STUDENTS IN MODERN SCHOOL

Abstract

The article reveals a problem of development of cognitive independence of high school students through modern information technologies. The key factors that influence the development of this ability are revealed: from the personal qualities of schoolchildren to teaching methods and the general organization of the educational process. The contents of the concept “cognitive independence of high school students,” its structural components are revealed and a brief description of the methods, means and forms contributing to the development of this quality in high school students is presented. The researchers conclude that for effective development of cognitive independence in high school students, it is necessary to take into account three main factors: psychological characteristics, social context and didactic principles; the type of thinking of students (reproductive or productive) is largely determined by the content and form of the proposed tasks; joint activity in groups demonstrates higher effectiveness compared to individual work.