Organization of distance education in chemistry in higher education

The study focuses on the problems of distance learning in higher natural science education (using the example of chemical education). The issues of history of development of means and methods of e-learning using remote educational technologies are discussed. The study focuses on the activities of the Department of Analytical and Physical Chemistry of Astrakhan State University in the field of organizing and conducting classes in specialized chemical disciplines with students during the period of self-isolation. Attention is paid to the organization and conduct of distance learning during the period of self-isolation, through the Moodle virtual educational environment. Advantages and disadvantages of distance learning, difficulties of conducting classes in a distance form in the discipline of “chemistry,” as well as factors ensuring obtaining quality education are considered