DEVELOPING STUDENTS' INDEPENDENT THINKING SKILLS THROUGH THE USE OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING TECHNOLOGY IN INFORMATICS LESSONS

This article examines the development of students’ independent thinking skills through the use of project-based learning technology in school informatics lessons. It presents the theoretical foundations of project-based learning, its stages, practical projects adapted to informatics, and criteria for assessing independent thinking. The methodology is illustrated through specific examples, tables, and diagrams. The research findings indicate that the project-based approach significantly improves students’ abilities to make independent decisions, analyze problems, and develop creative solutions.