Аннотация
The article discusses conceptual approaches to organizing independent work of students in higher educational institutions. The concept of "independent work" includes a type of educational activity directed by the teacher with the help of special educational materials, which is performed by the student without direct contact with the teacher or supervisor. There are different approaches to the concept of organizing individual work of students. The analysis of the methodology of organizing independent work of students was carried out through the analysis of many years of information sources and practical experience.