Modern aspects of practical training in higher education

The article considers the issue of practical training of students as an important condition for the formation of professional qualities of a specialist. It is emphasized that the process of training in a pedagogical institution of higher education should focus on the acquisition of theoretical knowledge, development of the teacher, his professional and personal qualities, and practice – on a combination of theory and practical skills. It is established that the practical training of students orients them to the knowledge of pedagogical phenomena, facts, patterns and principles of teaching and education, allows students to assess the degree of their own readiness to carry out independent pedagogical activities. It is investigated that the issues of practical training in higher education are covered by modern scientists in various aspects. It is generalized that the practice – method of research of the educational process by trainees, which aims to develop skills and abilities that are necessary in future professional activities, as well as to consolidate theoretical knowledge and learn to apply them in working with children. The responsibilities of teachers-supervisors and students during the internship are formulated. It is concluded that practical training is really an important condition for the formation of professional qualities of the specialist, so during the internship, students, performing the functional duties of a teacher, gain their own pedagogical experience. The main professional qualities are defined: professional thinking, professional orientation, communicative qualities, organizational qualities, critical view of one's knowledge, interest in children's destiny, ability to anticipate and predict, etc.