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The History of czech schools in nature and their development over the last 50 years from the perspective of czech citizens
Zimová, Tereza ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Bačáková, Radka (referee)
Title: The History of czech schools in nature and their development over the past 50 years from the Perspective of czech citizens Aim: The aim of this bachelor thesis was to investigate the personal experiences of Czech citizens with schools in nature. Respondents were primarily asked about the purpose, form, content, and significance of these schools. Methods: This bachelor thesis is a theoretical-empirical work with quantitative research, utilizing an online survey as the research technique. The survey consisted of 24 questions and was completed by 151 respondents who attended primary school in the Czech Republic. Results: The results showed that most schools in nature now last about one week, much shorter than in the past when they could last several weeks. These programs most commonly occur in the 4th grade, but some schools participate annually. 89.6% of respondents said learning took place only in the mornings, mostly indoors. For extracurricular activities, respondents most frequently mentioned hiking and nature games. The socialization goal was highlighted as key, emphasizing improved relationships among students and between students and teachers. Another benefit frequently mentioned was the opportunity to spend time in nature, especially important for urban children. Conclusion: Schools in...
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Motivation to sport climbing
Brezina, David ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Baláš, Jiří (referee)
Title: Motivations of Climbers for Sport Climbing Objectives: The aim of this bachelor's thesis was to determine what motivates climbers to engage in the activity of sport climbing. Additionally, we investigated the influence of age, gender, and duration of climbing practice on climbers motivation. Methods: The research was conducted through a survey among 78 sport climbers (37 women and 41 men) in the Czech Republic. The survey inquired about various aspects of climbing motivation, such as personal reasons, risk perception, and social factors influencing participation in climbing activities. The survey included a total of 14 closed or semi-closed questions with selectable options. The results were processed using Microsoft Excel and Google Forms. Results: We found that the most common motivations for sport climbing are: overcoming personal limits and fears, the desire for physical improvement, the social aspect-meeting friends and building community, and the climbing activity itself. Furthermore, we discovered that younger climbers tend to seek adventure and excitement more. Older climbers cited being in nature and the climbing activity itself as their main motives. Both genders mentioned the social and communal aspect as an important motivation. Men leaned more towards the physical challenge and...
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Educational bike trail project in the vicinity of Řevničov
Pospíšilová, Veronika ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Šafránek, Jiří (referee)
Title: Educational bike trail project in the vicinity of Řevničov Aim: The aim of this thesis is to design an educational bike trail in the vicinity of Řevničov, which will connect interesting places in the area. The design includes information texts about interesting stops along the trail. A sub-objective was a practical riding of the bike trail by a group of people followed by asking for their feedback. Methods: Practical verification (riding) of the bike trail by a group of people. Questionnaire for a group of people who have ridden the proposed bike trail. The questionnaire sought feedback on the proposed project. Results: The result of the thesis is a design of a lacking educational bike trail in the vicinity of Řevničov. Included in the design are proposed information texts about interesting stops along the trail. Conclusion: The designed bike trail fills the missing cycling infrastructure in the region. The proposal has the support of local authorities and in the future information panels could be installed on the basis of this thesis, along with trail surface improvements for a safer and more comfortable ride. Keywords: cycling trail, Central Bohemia, Rakovník district
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Environmental education and climate crisis from the point of view of grammar school students
Taušl, Pavel ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Dlouhá, Jana (referee)
Title: Environmental education and climate crisis from the viewpoint of high school students. Objectives: The main objective was to explore Czech high school students' perceptions of the climate crisis and environmental education. Other objective was to ask them about their relationship with nature. Methods: Based on the literature review, a non-standardized semi-structured anonymous questionnaire was developed. The questionnaire consisted of 9 questions referring to climate crisis and 10 questions referring to environmental education. It was first pilot-tested with 10 respondents and then adjusted. Subsequently, the questionnaire was electronically administered to Czech high schools in 6 regions. A total of 460 students and graduates aged 18-25 participated in the questionnaire survey. High schools were chosen purposefully based on the interest of their school management. Results: Based on questions referring to climate crisis we found out that 98 % out of 460 respondents have heard about the climate crisis, 57 % of respondents agree that human activity is causing the climate crisis, 61 % of respondents are interested in the impacts and causes of the climate crisis, and 60 % of respondents believe that humanity will slow it down or stop it. Based on questions referring to environmental education...
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Changes of mood state during walking in blue spaces
Horký, Matouš ; Baláš, Jiří (advisor) ; Turčová, Ivana (referee)
Objective: The aim of the work was to analyze how different types of natural environments affect the physical and mental health of individuals. Methods: 7 students of UK FTVS participated in the research. The participants visited the natural environment (blue area) in Prague's Troja and the laboratory in the UK FTVS building. While visiting these environments, they underwent: a 10-minute Stroop test to induce cognitive stress and 40 minutes of walking at a chosen pace. Current mental states and emotions were monitored using the standardized POMS (Profile of Mood State) questionnaire, which was filled in a total of four times during the visit. Results: From the average results of the POMS questionnaire (on a scale of 0-4, 0= not at all, 4= very much), it was obtained that the degree of anger in the laboratory environment was 0.68 and in the blue environment 0.39. Fatigue level 1.17 in lab and 1.19 in water. Depression values in the laboratory 0.67 and in water 0.54. Confusion was 0.88 in the lab versus 0.55 in the blue environment. Voltage in the lab 1.02 and in the blue environment 0.60. Vitality in the aquatic environment 1.51 and in the laboratory 1.29. The average values of individual POMS dimensions over time were (blue space) after the initial measurement: anger 0.40, fatigue 0.95, depression...
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Outdoor experiential learning at nursery schools
Mikulášková, Adéla ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Brtník, Tomáš (referee)
Title: Outdoor experiential learning at nursery schools Aim: The aim of the work is to find out which activities in nature using learning through direct experience are included by kindergarten teachers in pre-school education and in what form. Method: Qualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted with 3 preschool teachers in two cities (1.3 million and 11,000 inhabitants) and one village (910 inhabitants) in the Czech Republic. The interview consisted of 18 questions, which were supplemented with additional questions arising from the situation during the interview. The research material obtained from the interviews was sorted into pre-created categories and then interpreted. The analysis was carried out using open coding. Results: The results of the interview showed that when outdoors, teachers tend to prefer unstructured spontaneous activities for children, where children self-realize and learn through direct experience. During spontaneous play, children explore their surroundings, play in sandboxes, or on jungle gyms. When engaged in structured activities outdoors, the most common ones are physical games or ball games (e.g., tag, soccer, ...). Conclusion: The most common activity in nature utilizing the experiential learning method is the unstructured spontaneous play of children in the...
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Outdoor learning in physical education classes in primary schools in the Czech Republic
Kobr, Vojtěch ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Psohlavec, Lukáš (referee)
Title: Outdoor learning in physical education classes in primary schools in the Czech Republic Objectives: The aim of this thesis was to map the current state of outdoor teaching in physical education classes in selected primary schools (age 6 to 15) in the Czech Republic, and to analyze and compare teaching in urban and rural schools. Methods: The questionnaire survey was addressed to physical education teachers. A quantitative approach to research was used. The research sample consisted of 27 physical education teachers from 4 urban and 5 rural primary schools from the Czech Republic. Results: We found that all teachers use outdoor physical education classes when the class time and weather permit. They use this option because of the larger space, more activity options, and because the benefits of outdoor learning are applied. Activities such as athletics, ball sports and sports games are mostly included in outdoor PE lessons. Activities in the natural environment occur to a lesser extent in physical education. The difference in outdoor physical education between urban and rural primary schools is minimal. Conclusion: According to the results, outdoor learning occurs in the selected primary schools to a sufficient extent. Some PE teachers are aware of the benefits that outdoor learning offers, but...
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Collection of Climbing Wall Games for Children Aged 3-6
Schierová, Daniela ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Baláš, Jiří (referee)
Title: Collection of Climbing Wall Games for Children Aged 3-6 Aim: To create a collection of climbing games for preschool children based on literature and personal experience. Methods: The collection of climbing games was developed based on personal experience with climbing games and review of French, English, and Czech literature (Baláš et al., 2008; Beroujon et al., 2001; BMC School Activity Cards, 2022; Vomáčko & Boštíková, 2003). Games were selected based on several key criteria. The primary criterion was suitability for children aged 3-6, including their ability to engage and appropriately develop children's skills in this age group. Additionally, consideration was given to the educational value of the games, such as the development of motor skills, teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. Another criterion was the flexibility to adjust difficulty levels to ensure games could be safely and easily implemented in various settings. Selected games were subsequently modified based on personal experience teaching preschool children climbing. Results: A collection of 38 climbing games that are most suitable for children in the preschool age group. Conclusion: This bachelor's thesis introduced a comprehensive collection of climbing wall games designed for children aged 3-6, which are not...
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Summer camp experience and its significance in adolescence
Fojtů, Jaroslav ; Bačáková, Radka (advisor) ; Turčová, Ivana (referee)
Title of the Thesis: Adventure and its significance in life Objective: The aim of this thesis is to use a survey to determine where the general population encounters adventure during adolescence, what emotions they experience during these encounters, and whether these experiences have an impact on shaping an individual's personality. These findings, along with theoretical foundations, should provide enough information to enrich existing adventure programs and serve as a basis for further scientific research. Methods: The theoretical part of the thesis is conducted through a literature review. The research is carried out through a survey and its subsequent analysis. Data collection took place from August 15, 2023, to September 5, 2023, and the research sample consisted of 127 respondents older than 20 years of age. Data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel and Google Forms. Results: Respondents most commonly experienced adventure at summer camp (48%) and in the context of tourism (44.1%). They mentioned that in the context of adventurous activities, they most frequently experienced excitement (59.1%), adrenaline (52%), or stepping out of their comfort zone (40.2%). 96.7% of respondents believe that the adventures they've had had a positive impact on them. They most commonly stated that these...
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Schools in nature in primary schools in the Karlovy Vary region
Zápotocká, Hana ; Turčová, Ivana (advisor) ; Bačáková, Radka (referee)
Title: Schools in nature in primary education in the Karlovy Vary Region Objectives: To summarize a survey of programme parts of schools in nature at primary schools in the Karlovy Vary region. Methods: The bachelor thesis uses a quantitative approach to research. The necessary information was obtained by the questionnaire survey method. The research sample counted 20 teachers from primary schools in the Karlovy Vary Region. Results: Primary schools in the Karlovy Vary Region organise schools in nature. The main aims are to build a class team and to increase the pupils' understanding of the teacher-pupil relationship. The main activities used in the programme are outdoor trips, hiking and outdoor games. The daily programme consists of a morning lesson, an afternoon spent in nature and various games, while the evening programme includes board games and screenings. Conclusion: According to the results, schools in nature are a popular part of pupils' education in the Karlovy Vary Region outside the traditional school environment. The emotional aspect, i.e. the experience and new experiences, is important for pupils. Teachers focus on social interaction between pupils and their teachers. Therefore, the school in nature is an effective form of education that offers pupils the opportunity to develop...
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