Formation of Educational Independence of Primary Schoolchildren by Means of Project Tasks

Abstract

The article reveals the essence of the concept of “educational independence”, which became a subject of study back in the 19th century. and
 remains one of the most pressing problems of modern education. The main criteria for its formation have been determined. Approaches to the formation of educational independence in younger students are considered. The idea is substantiated that the project task is an effective means of developing the educational independence of students. Specific examples of assignments for solving design problems with the aim of developing educational independence of primary schoolchildren are given.