Independent work of students of the system of additional professional education in the network age

The importance of independent work of students in the process of advanced training is growing with the introduction of modern learning models and network information and communication technologies in additional professional education. Most modern models are based on the student’s high independence, self-motivation, and ability to work independently and productively. However, students do not always have the required level of independence, self-motivation, and self-management in learning. The need to develop effective models of managing independent work in the network learning is justified. The role and position of the teacher, who indirectly organizes the independent work of students, are significantly changed in such models. The study identified the risks arising from the independent work of students in a network environment that could disrupt the manageability of the educational process. The main mechanisms to combat the identified risks were the system for the special training of teachers for independent activities in the network environment and a complex of psychological and pedagogical methods for the development of independence...