In the course of research, we considered the topic of glaciers. Teaching glaciers is very important in school geography. There are several reasons for this: firstly, the glaciers store a source of fresh water, and secondly, the glaciers tell us about the changes taking place on the planet. Recently, as a result of anthropogenic activity of mankind, the glaciers, which are the source of fresh water, are melting, as a result of which the level of the World Ocean is rising, and the reserves of fresh water are decreasing. In order to avoid or prevent such great consequences, students need to understand this topic deeply and comprehensively. For this, it is necessary to use the best and most effective teaching methods.

The main task of the teacher of the 21st century is to be able to plan lessons that encourage students to actively participate in the learning process. For this, of course, it is necessary to master advanced teaching methods. A teacher's knowledge of many teaching methods will be his main weapon. Active teaching methods make it possible to prepare students who have their own opinion in society, who are able to think creatively from a critical point of view, who are able to solve their own problems.

The article shows active methods of teaching the topic "Glaciers" in the 8th grade. Why is it so important to study issues and problems related to glaciers in a school course? Glaciers are the only source of fresh water on our planet. Today, the melting of glaciers is one of the global problems. Global warming has led to the rapid melting of glaciers, which in turn has increased people's need for fresh water. Therefore, glaciers can provide us with information about climate change. Students' deep knowledge of glaciers will enable them to understand and solve regional or global problems in the future.

The article is based on the methods of active learning "third wheel", "insert", "concept map", "diamond". Pupils of the 8th grade were also given practical work using the indicated methods. Each task takes into account the age characteristics of students and their level of education. As a result of active teaching methods, the teacher can form students' geographical thinking and determine the level of education of students.