The algorithm of planning the group student project “Аpothecary's garden”

SUMMARY

Introduction. Collections of living medicinal plants perform a multifunctional role: educational, educational, research, environmental, and others. The formation of a pharmacy garden at universities is a task of high relevance. At the same time, the current Federal State Educational Standards of various levels require students to carry out individual projects. “Apothecary's Garden” is a promising and relevant group activity for students.

The aim. To develop a structured algorithm for organizing a group student project “Apothecary's garden”.

Material and methods. The work is based on real educational experience in the implementation of personal projects in Moscow educational institutions: Moscow University “Synergy” and “Sechenov University” for the period 2020–2024. The following methods were used: structured interviewing of the teaching staff (n=12), questioning of student participants (n=95), analysis of educational and methodological documentation, expert analysis of the effectiveness of implemented initiatives. The control parameters included: the level of student engagement, educational effectiveness, and the stability of the functioning of the created facilities.

The results of the study. The main directions of personal developments within the framework of teamwork have been identified: schemes for the placement of medicinal plants according to classification principles (botany, biology, pharmacology, chemistry, etc.); practical application options for research, the educational process, the social sphere; promotion through web resources and social media. A step-by-step algorithm is presented: selecting the topic and title; determining the target audience; setting goals and objectives; developing an implementation plan; selecting methods, resources, and evaluation criteria. Limitations and coping strategies have been identified. Recommendations for the presentation are given. The functionality of the Aptekarsky Ogorod complex being created is described.

Conclusion. The result of the project is an incentive for the development of participants, it should be focused on expanding competencies and developing professional skills. The name should be bright, emotionally appealing, preferably with a memorable abbreviation. Adaptability is required – the possibility of adjustments during operation is provided. It is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of perception by different audiences, including when preparing a presentation for the competition committee, the target audience, and society as a whole.