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Geographical analysis of distribution of large carnivores in the moravian Carpathians - applications for environmental education
Šťovíčková, Kateřina ; Romportl, Dušan (advisor) ; Matějček, Tomáš (referee)
Large carnivores are the most important bio-indicators. Their current distribution is connected to large complexes of mountain forests with low-intensity anthropogenic interference. In the Czech Republic, the Moravian Carpathians are presently home to large carnivores such Lynx lynx, Canis lupus and Ursus arctos. This region is also significant in that it connects regions of current large carnivore populations with regions suitable for potential population expansion. Geographical analysis of the distribution of large carnivores in the Moravian Carpathians revealed a positive correlation between carnivores and the mountain forest near the border of Slovakia. Studies for predilection for land cover and geographical relief as well as the influence of human activity were carried out. It was found that Lynx lynx, Canis lupus and Ursus arctos preferred a region with a low human population density and minimal roads. Future spread depends on the conservation of landscape permeability between areas. This work concentrates mainly on the problem of landscape fragmentation, and how spatial and line barriers can cause the loss of biodiversity. A return of large carnivores to our forests will only be possible if road corridors will be designed with respect to the carnivores' habitat requirements, and also through...
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Climate change in the teaching of geography
Štros, Martin ; Matějček, Tomáš (advisor) ; Hátle, Jan (referee)
This thesis deals with the problem of climate change and its role in geography lessons at grammar schools and higher elementary schools. The introductory part describes the current state of knowledge of this global problem with regard to the needs of geography teachers. It also lists sources which the teachers can use to obtain professional information on these issues. Key part of this thesis is largely a qualitative research conducted at grammar schools and to a lesser extent, at primary schools. The research included interviews with students and teachers and analyzing educational geography documents and textbooks. Final part of the thesis then consists of proposals of climate change integration in geography education, as well as specific teaching methods designed on the basis of research results and their practical test during geography lessons. The whole thesis should analyze the current situation and also serve geography teachers in their efforts to integrate climate change issues into their lessons.
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Environmental literacy of students in secondary schools
Vacínová, Markéta ; Matějček, Tomáš (advisor) ; Frélichová, Jana (referee)
This diploma thesis identifies the environmental literacy of the sample respondents thanks a questionnaire investigation. It deals with both theoretical parts of selected environmental issues, as well as practical example in the form of a small research, environmental literacy of high school students. Mentioned research was participated 260 students from six schools in Prague, two were ecological specialization and four were general specialization. Different types of profiling of these schools were the basic for the next research questions, which determinates the degree of the influence of environmental literky among students attending the mentioned types of schools. The research was concern with the question, if a development is evident in environmental literacy if high school students compared with previous studies. The results found in this diploma thesis also introduce the possible range of educational programs of environmental education centres, which are suitable to develop useful environmental activities.
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The possibilities of further education in biological invasion issue for secondary school students
Bartoš, Jan ; Matějček, Tomáš (advisor) ; Král, Luboš (referee)
This diploma thesis identifies thanks a questionnaire investigation, what is awareness of high school students about the issue of plant invasion. In this issue has been suggested and in the practise tested model lesson. The model lesson was taught in 5 classes. The questionnaire investigation was realized in the classes, where this model lesson has not taken place. This questionnaire was divided into two parts. The first part focused on knowledge of invasive plants filled 255 respondents. In the second part questions were connected conservation with the issue of plant invasions. Also there were questions, which was determinate by the effectiveness of the model lesson. 40% of respondents have never heard about the plant invasions. Within the circle of knowledge is the relative frequency of correct answers much smaller. It was found if student's view on solving the situation around invasive plants is affected with approach to environmental ethics, which they profess.
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Use of Experience Pedagogy and Theatrical Education in Geography Teaching
Barešová, Lenka ; Matějček, Tomáš (advisor) ; Bartoš, Jan (referee)
The main objective of the thesies is to compare a frontal teaching method and teaching by simulation. Two comparable groups of students were taught the same topic by the two methods. The topic was focused on an uneven world development. Following assumptions were set. Simulation is a more attractive teaching form, therefore it can help to raise the motivation of students. Frontal method is capable of transmitting more information. Simulation, however, can have bigger impact on students' values. The impact of simulation has a long-term impact in comparison to frontal teaching. These assumptions were confirmed by qualitative and quantitative methods.
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Geographical origin of alien plants in the Czech Republic
Kopicová, Irena ; Chuman, Tomáš (advisor) ; Matějček, Tomáš (referee)
The topic of the proposed thesis is the geographical origin of non-native species of plants in the Czech Republic and it deals with non-native plants while identifying their phyto- areas. The causes of introduction, plant characteristics as well as ecological consequences, gains and dangers for the biodiversity in the Czech Republic are also assessed. The thesis is divided into two parts with first part dealing with a theoretical introduction in a form of a literary research on the geographic origin of non-original species of higher plants in the Czech Republic. Here, the basic terminology is discussed and so are specific issues. A chapter dealing with neo-phytes contains also a subsection on invasive plants, where it was necessary to stress their potential threat to ecosystems. Second part is devoted to the application of the topic in the education of geography by creating a work sheet and by defining main terminology for high school students. The aim is to encourage students to think about which plants are important, where they come from and why and how they reached us. Likewise, it is important that students could reflex on how non- native plants may affect the ecosystem in which they had been introduced.
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Environmental friendly forms of housing in the Czech Republic
Rezlerová, Kateřina ; Matějček, Tomáš (advisor) ; Bartoš, Jan (referee)
The bachelor thesis called " Environmental friendly forms of housing in the Czech Republic " focuses on the issues of environmentally friendly houses. The thesis is divided into two parts. The first part deals with the environmentally friendly buildings in general. It explains the basic terms and describes the situation in the Czech Republic as well as contains the assessment of each of the Czech regions and their approach to the environment. The second part of the thesis is about the ecological build-up in Prague and the attitude of residents of the environmentally friendly districts of Horní Počernice and Dolní Měcholupy.
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Forest evolution in Central Europe during the Holocene periode
Švábová, Barbora ; Šefrna, Luděk (advisor) ; Matějček, Tomáš (referee)
The work deals with the forest as an ecosystem where relationships take place, which are influenced by abiotic and biotic factors. Great attention is paid to the climate, which affects not only the distribution of biomes. Its constant changes have an impact on the species composition of forests and human society. By the effects of the climate, the Holocene period was divided into sub-stages. Man also played a significant role in the conversion of the central Europe forest and changes it even now. That is why this work devotes a considerable part of it to this influence. Great changes of the forest began with the emergence of agriculture, which was the first impulse for the beginning of deforestation. Examined are the ways of prehistoric and modern economy. With the loss of trees came an idea of protecting the forests. As an example of possible further effect on the forest, the influence of some pathogens is presented.
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Fragmentation of mountain tropical forest in Kedjom - Keku area (Cameroon)
Chmelařová, Eva ; Romportl, Dušan (advisor) ; Matějček, Tomáš (referee)
Fragmentation of mountain tropical forest in Kedjom-Keku area (Cameroon) Abstract In many tropical developing countries, the pressure of growing population and increasing demand for agricultural land result in substantial fragmentation of forests. Fragmentation occurs when large continuous forest is broken into a number of smaller patches isolated from each other by a distinct vegetation type. This landscape process increases the probability of extinction for many species, opens up forest patches to altered abiotic and biotic conditions and also affects dispersal and migration patterns of species through destroying habitat connectivity. The last isolated fragments remain from species and endemic rich mountain misty forest in Kedjom-Keku area on the Northwest of Cameroon due to human encroachment. The analysis of satellite images of the area acknowledged high degree of mountain tropical forest fragmentation. There appeared a loss of forest habitat and even a loss of forest core area on the major part of study area between 2003 and 2010. Keywords: fragmentation, tropical forest, assessment, Cameroon
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