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Perception of Diacritical Characteristics by Students of Lower Secondary Education
Severin, Svatopluk ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
The thesis focuses on visual media in science textbooks and specifically on the diacritical characteristics of animals. The theoretical part concentrates on the textbook, its function and nonverbal media. The thesis elaborate more closely on the form and function in education of illustration and photography. It also discusses the creation of biological illustrations and the work of the illustrator of the groups of animals used in the questionnaire survey. In the practical part, quantitative research through a questionnaire survey determines how students of lower secondary education perceive the diacritical characteristics of selected animals depicted through illustrations and photographs in natural textbooks.
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Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) as a Model Species for Teaching Zoology at II. Elementary School Levels
Machotová, Helena ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
This bachelor thesis extensively explores the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) and examines its relationship with humans in the Central European ecosystem. It analyses the physical characteristics, diet, population, reproduction, and behaviour of the fox. The thesis also delves into the history of hunting, current hunting practices, and statistics. It addresses mortality, parasitic diseases, and serious illnesses affecting foxes. The concluding section emphasizes the significance of studying the fox for biodiversity and the long-term sustainability of hunting and other management practices in nature. KEYWORDS Red fox, Vulpes vulpes, hunting, population
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Pupils' Perception of Natural History Teaching at the Second Level of Primary School and at the High School
Pořická, Ivana ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
Pupils' Perception of Natural History Teaching at the Second Level of Primary School and at the High School Bc. Ivana Pořická ABSTRACT The task of the thesis is to explore the attitudes and the opinions of students from the 2nd stage of selected primary schools and corresponding grades of a multi-year grammar school regarding the teaching of natural sciences, respectively biology. An integral part of the research work involves assessing and evaluating students' mental disposition before the lesson, preparedness, satisfaction with the environment, teaching itself including the methods used, and the usability and importance of biological education in general. Students were also given the opportunity to express their views on the relevant textbooks used in teaching. Furthermore, the thesis aimed to compare and analyze differences in the attitudes of students from primary schools and multi-year grammar schools in the corresponding grades. Another analysis focused on differences in responses in terms of gender. Whether there are any significant differences in the attitudes of girls and boys, and if so, to attempt to evaluate the reasons for these differences. The research also reveals some specific differences in attitudes between the two groups of students, suggesting that educational programs and the school...
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Toxic Plants and Fungi - Student Awareness of Specific Species as Prevention of Intoxication
Rendlová, Lucie ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
ABSTRACTS The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge of poisonous plants and fungi among students and teachers and to present an overview of selected poisonous species of plants and fungi. The theoretical part focuses on the educational system and the inclusion of this issue in the Czech curriculum. The subsequent section presents case studies of serious poisonings of children, which served as one of the bases for selecting the individual species mentioned in the study. The overview of the individual species focuses on the description, active substances, and symptoms of poisoning, along with information on possible first-aid measures. Historical curiosities about some species are provided as potential didactic tools for teaching. In the practical part, I focus on verifying hypotheses, assuming a limited knowledge of this issue among both teachers and children. In the conclusion of the thesis, I confirm the hypothesis of superficial knowledge of poisonous plants and fungi among teachers. The hypothesis of children's lack of knowledge about the mentioned issue was not confirmed, but their knowledge was bolstered by a previous presentation on the topic. Awareness of various poisonous species is crucial not only for ensuring the safety of children during school events but also for teachers, who are...
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An Aquarium as an Ecosystem Suitable for Ethological Observations of Fish
Mejstříková, Lucie ; Hanel, Lubomír (advisor) ; Andreska, Jan (referee)
Aquaristics is a very widespread hobby not only among adults, but also among children. However, the aquarium may not only serve as an decorative and relaxing element, but also as a teaching tool. Through project-based learning, the ethology of fish, for example their orientation in space and time in relation to where they feed or their epigamous and social behaviour, can be studied there. The success and failure of fish farming and plant cultivation points to the imbalance of minerals and substances in the water, so it is important to take into account their cycling in the aquarium. This paper describes how to set up and care for an aquarium and it also provides various recommendations. To illustrate the cycling of substances, energy and matter, simple diagrams have been created that can also be used in ecology lessons. In the practical part, the biology of model aquarium fish has been described, accompanied by many photographs. In the didactic part, worksheets were designed - one to serve as a basis for project-based learning, the other for data analysis. The effectiveness of the worksheets was verified in the sixth and eighth grade of a primary school. Since the first worksheet had very low return and was frequentely misunderstood the second worksheet was created. This one was less time consuming...
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Beekeeping and Its Use in Elementary School
Voska, Karel ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
This thesis focuses on beekeeping and possibilities of its use in elementary schools. The first part is dedicated to the entire superfamily Apidae with a focus on the honeybee. However, other representatives are also mentioned across various social models, from solitary bees to those living in different levels of community life, up to large bee colonies. The second part of the thesis outlines the development of beekeeping, first at a general level and then within our country. It covers the inception of the relationship between humans and bees, the first pioneers of true beekeeping in the Mediterranean by Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and the development of beekeeping in our territory from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The third and final part of the thesis is dedicated to the utilization of beekeeping in elementary schools. In this didactic section, various possibilities of incorporating bees into education across different subjects in elementary schools are described. The text includes proposals for topics and lesson plans, possible utilization of interdisciplinary relationships and tandem teaching, as well as suggestions for worksheets. The second part of the didactic work focuses on the beekeeping club at the elementary school, particularly its rules and types for its proper functioning....
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Mineral Springs of Františkovy Lázně
Hájková, Eliška ; Teodoridis, Vasilis (advisor) ; Andreska, Jan (referee)
The aim of this bachelors thesis is to summarize the available information about mineral springs in he Františkovy Lázně region and to characterize them in detail from chemical and physical point of view. The thesis also deals with the geology and hydrogeology of the given area. It defines the concept of balneology and gives examples of diseases that can be treated with the help of mineral springs. For the needs of elementary schools, individual mineral springs in Františkovy Lázně are part of the excursion circuit. Keywords: mineral springs, balneology, Františkovy Lázně, excursion, elementary school
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The Use of Artificial Intelligence by High School Students When Writing a Paper
Brabenec, Daniel ; Andreska, Jan (advisor) ; Hanel, Lubomír (referee)
This master's thesis concerns using artificial intelligence by six-year grammar school students when composing short essays on assigned biological topics. The issue is very current and discussed by the general public as a forthcoming change for education and, consequently, for society altogether. Therefore, the thesis aims to describe how grammar school pupils work with artificial intelligence, how often and for what purposes they use it, what trials and errors may simultaneously arise, and to analogise the constructed papers from various viewpoints. In accordance with the thesis's objective, a total of six research questions are formulated, which are answered in the thesis. Based on the answers to the research questions, two out of three established hypotheses are disproved. Mixed research combining quantitative and qualitative approaches is conducted to answer the research questions and test the suppositions. During lectures, students are assigned to create an essay on one of three biological topics (cell structure, plant reproduction, and amphibians in the Czech Republic) using internet resources and artificial intelligence. These writings are analysed using the open coding method based on grounded theory. The second segment is a questionnaire focusing on students' use of artificial...
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Birdwatching in the Non-breeding Season: a Long-term Project for Years 7-9 in Secondary School
Tissari, Miia Aine ; Říhová, Dagmar (advisor) ; Andreska, Jan (referee)
This master's thesis deals with creating and implementing a long-term school project focused on birdwatching and bird species identification in the non-breeding season. Over a seven-year period, ten 7th -9th grade classes, in total 181 students from two elementary schools, participated in the project. At the beginning and end of the project, students were quizzed on identifying 33 bird species that commonly visit or are seen in the area around the bird feeder. Birdwatching occurred from mid-October to mid-March at bird feeders the students had placed near their homes. The students regularly recorded their observations in their ornithological journals. The project fell under the science curriculum but was also integrated as a cross-curricular project into other subjects, especially art education. The project significantly improved the students' knowledge and skills, increased their interest in birds, and raised their awareness of the need for bird conservation. Students became significantly more proficient in using the resources and equipment needed to observe and identify birds. The students' interest in nature, especially in their immediate surroundings, increased significantly. The results show that long-term natural science-based projects can positively impact education, help build environmental...
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