Management of independent work of applicants during assistant (pedagogical) practice in higher education institutions

The article reveals the essence of assistant (pedagogical) practice in higher education institutions. The process of managing the independent work of second (master's) level higher education students during their assistant (pedagogical) practice in higher education institutions is examined. The main forms of independent work are analyzed.Current problems of managing independent work of applicants have been identified. Key prospects and possible directions for improving the management of independent work have been identified in order to improve the quality of practical training of future modern specialists. It has been proven that managing the independent work of applicants during assistant (pedagogical) practice is an important factor in improving the quality of their professional training. The identified problems indicate the need to improve existing approaches and implement innovative methods. Prospects for improving the management of independent work are associated with increasing the motivation of interns, improving methodological support, optimizing organization and control, enriching the content, improving the qualifications of practice managers, improving the evaluation system, and strengthening integration with other types of educational activities. The implementation of the proposed perspectives will contribute to the formation necessary professional competencies, the ability for independent learning, and successful effective activity in future specialists.