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Bayesian classification of digital images by web application
Talich, M. ; Böhm, O. ; Soukup, Lubomír
The contribution introduces web application for image classification that has been developed at the Research Institute of Geodesy, Topography and Cartography in the framework of grant project InGeoCalc (supported by Ministry of education of the Czech Republic). The web application is aimed to display, examine and classify digital image data. The data are expected to be obtained from Internet by means of Web Map Services (WMS) or from other sources (possibly non-registered). Image data from different sources can be combined and presented as composition of layers (coverage) with adjustable degrees of transparency. After gathering the data, Bayesian (supervised) classification is applied to distinguish separate regions in the image. User can choose between several classification methods and adjust pertinent parameters. Furthermore, several subsequent basic analytical tools are offered, namely computation of distances, areas or perimeters related to the classified regions, simple statistical summaries about classification results (e.g. distribution of classes, percentage of non-classified regions, etc.). The classification results and registration parameters can be saved for further use. The web application is based on common Internet standards (HTML, Javascript, SVG). The only requirement for running the application is an up-to-date Internet browser supporting SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics). Typical usage of the web application can involve land cover mapping based on satellite or aerial images. The application is available free of charge for any Internet user.
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Analysis of improving the quality of the educational process at the State agrarian university of Moldova (SAUM)
Conea, Cristina ; Kandakov, Alexander (advisor) ; Ivanova, Tatiana (referee)
Moldova is considered the poorest country in the European continent. The most important sector of the national economy in Moldova is still agricultural sector. 75 % of the population of Moldova live in rural areas and their livelihood depends on agriculture. Yet, agriculture in Moldova is the least developed among European countries and it faces major problems. Because of these reasons, with the entrance of Romania into the European Union, Moldova became a neighboring countrz and EU countries get more interested in international cooperation with Moldova.
Through developing the quality of higher agricultural education in Moldova the improvement of unfavorable situation of Moldavian agriculture could be reached. Thanks to transfers of knowledge, know-how and better preparation of agricultural experts can be significantly improved the competitiveness of country's agriculture within european market. In Republic of Moldova were held projects dealing with development of education. This work analyze the improvement of the quality of the educational process at State Agrarian University in Chisinau. The research of thesis was aimed to teachers of university, who passed courses of pedagogical qualification.
The results show that Czech courses lacked direct stays in the Czech agricultural universities and other agricultural institutions and more practical lessons rather than theoretical were needed. Neverthless, profesors consider Czech courses of pedagogical qualification in the framework of implemented Czech projects as very beneficial and effective and their realiazation should continue at SAUM.
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How to proceed in evaluating and financing science: International Audit recommendations
Moravcová, Jitka
British company Technopolis Group and their partners performed between 2010 and 2011 a deep and complex analysis of the Research, Development and Innovation System in the Czech Republic. The outputs of this analysis are exceptional documents drawn by an internationally recognized authority with extensive experience in the field of management, evaluation and financing of research and development that give us for the first time an independent view of our system. The audit results are a very good starting point for the update of strategic documents such as Research, Development and Innovation System Reform or Research, Development and Innovation National Policy that should lead to the visible improvement of the RDI system effectiveness and contribute to the improved competitiveness of the Czech Republic. All the documents are accessible to general public on the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports web sites http://audit-vav.reformy-msmt.cz/. The paper will inform about the most important recommendations concerning RDI management, financing and evaluation on all levels.
Slides: idr-467_1 -  PDF
Video: idr-467_2 -  MP4
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Effective System of Evaluation and Financing of Research, Development and Innovations Project: hopes and expectations
Hronová, Stanislava
Since 2004 the methodology of evaluating research and development results (later: methodology of evaluating results achieved by research institutions) applied in the Czech Republic has gone through many revisions which however have not changed the principles of what was devised as a not very suitable system. The deformations resulting from such evaluation became fully apparent when the results were directly linked to the distribution of funds provided for the long term development of a given organisation. In 2011 the Council for Research, Development and Innovation decided on the basis of discussions within expert community about the fate of evaluation methodology, negative effects it had on research institutions, partial outputs (at that time) of the RDI System International Audit in the Czech Republic to adopt the Long Term Principles of Evaluating the Research Institutions Results. These principles are the backbone of IPn Methodology Project that should provide the scientific community as well as the public administration with an instrument of evaluating research institutions and with the system of research and development in the Czech Republic respecting international standards and departmental differences, based on quantitative and qualitative criteria
Slides: idr-464_2 - PDF
Video: idr-464_1 - MP4
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Comparison of school catering policies in the Czech Republic and other european countries
Lídlová, Barbora ; Havlík, Jaroslav (advisor) ; Anna, Anna (referee)
The school lunch provides an important opportunity for learning healthy habits, and well-balanced school meals have been linked to improved concentration in class, better educational outcomes and fewer sick days. School lunches are diverse across Europe. Many countries in Europe have policies to help schools provide nutritionally balanced meals which also reflect the general eating culture of each nation. The most advanced systems of school meals include those in Finland and Sweden, where all school meals are fully funded by the government. In 2014 first children between the ages of five and seven received a free school lunch in The United Kingdom. In England, school meals have increased their level due to the fact that renowned chef Jamie Oliver noticed how poor quality school meals had. The Jamie Oliver Food Foundation was founded in 2002 and run three core food education programmes in schools. Recently, a very interesting topic is organic food in school meals, and less use of convenient food. Italy has become a pioneer in Europe to use organic and local products in school meals. 40 % of their served food has an organic origin. Across France are all vending machines banned from school since 2005. Countries which do not have compulsory system of school catering services are e.g. Norway, Netherlands and Belgium. Czech school meals are one of the best in Europe. And not just in terms of a comprehensive system of school lunches, but also by the availability of full hot school lunches of high quality for all children. School canteens in Czech Republic based their nutrient ration on recommended daily nutrients intake, which provide daily need of essential nutrients and vitamins. These daily intakes are part of Decree 107 of 2005. In these days, in Czech Republic is discussed question of the ban on vending machines. And in February 2015, it has been decreed to ban the sale of unhealthy snacks and beverages in Czech schools approved by the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic.
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Popularization of Basic Geology Processes for Pupils between 11 and 12 Years Old in Form of Publication
DVOŘÁKOVÁ, Jana
The main goal of this research was to create a geological publication for children between 11 and 12 years old, which could be used in extracurricular education. The outcome is a publication with 10 A4 size pages. Each page is independent and can be used separately. The publication was tested on group of 87 children. Most of the children found it useful but for some of them it was too childish. The possibility of using the publication for younger children in future research is discussable.
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Increase and deepening of the qualification of employees
CHÝNA, Radek
The author deals with the education of employees of the private and public sectors in this work. The theoretical part of work contains four sections dealing with history of employees education in our country, labour law, education of officials and methods of employees education. In the practical part the education system of two chosen objects from both sectors was analysed. For the analysis sociological research to discover lacks of education systems and facts about demand of employees were used. Based on the demand of employees, opportunities and priorities of the organization the author recommends the inclusion of some educational methods and activities to internal education system. At the end of the work are compared both sectors in terms of the demand of employees and their motivation to learn.
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Anatomy of the Czech labour market: from over-employment to under-employment in ten years?
Flek, Vladislav ; Galuščák, Kamil ; Gottvald, Jaromír ; Hurník, Jaromír ; Jurajda, Štěpán ; Navrátil, David ; Mareš, Petr ; Münich, Daniel ; Sirovátka, Tomáš ; Večerník, Jiří
This study investigates the macroeconomic aspects of labour market behaviour and its microfoundations. In the first part deals with aggregate labour market trends and issues relevant to macroeconomic policy. The second part analyses in more detail labour flexibility, namely labour market flows, long-term unemployment and labour force deprivation. The third part addresses wage flexibility and relative wages, with special attention paid to regional unemployment elasticity of wages and returns to education.
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School social worker - Attitude of Pedagogical workers in Elementary schools
HODKOVÁ, Eva
In this Bachelor Thesis I am dealing with the topic of school social work. Its main objective was to determine the elementary school teachers' attitude towards school social workers. A partial objective was to determine the pedagogues' opinion on whether the function of a school social worker could have a positive impact on functioning of schools and a healthy social climate. Up until now, the terms School social work and School social worker have not been very well-known in the Czech Republic. They are neither well-established nor do they have any legislative backing. In isolated cases a similar position exists in some community type elementary schools. In recent years the topic of introducing school social workers has gained momentum, however, up until now, mostly on academic level. The theoretical part of my bachelor thesis is devoted to mapping the school social work throughout the world, where school social workers have been active for many years. The U.S. have the longest history of school social work, that is why most of the first chapter is devoted to the history and present of the American school social work. In the U.S. school social work dates back to 1877 when the Child Labour Act has been adopted followed later by the Compulsory Education Act. At that period the social workers' main job was to ensure that children attend schools. Later, once school social work had been officially introduced, their authorities have gradually broadened. At present their school and out-of-school activities are very extensive and according to the School Social Work Association of America they provide services to three main target groups: students, parents and family, and school staff. Besides the U.S., school social work has also evolved in Europe. The next section of the first chapter is devoted to England, Germany and Slovakia. The history of school social work in Slovakia is the shortest, however, considering our common history and similar educational systems, provides the most relevant comparison and experience. In the theory oriented chapter two I describe the Czech educational system and analyse the current situation at elementary schools. I outline how counselling services have evolved, how new working positions are being created, such as the school prevention methodologist or the education counsellor. In this chapter I also strive to describe specific activities by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports implemented in form of national projects the cost of which is partially being covered by the ESF. The projects aim to improve the educational and preventive function of schools, develop counselling services, and improve the know-how and competences of educational workers. In the practical section of my thesis I strive to uncover opinions of educational workers on establishing a new position of a school social worker. To carry out the survey I have used a qualitative research strategy and the semi-controlled interview technique. The research sample included elementary school teachers from the Vysočina region. I was able to interview a total of 21 respondents. When evaluating the interviews, I have used the tuft formation method. The results of my survey suggest that a school social worker would be a welcome addition to the team, however, it is not entirely clear whether he/she is currently needed. Considering the fact that the research was done while the "Common education" concept was being introduced at schools, the teachers did perceive the necessity of introducing other positions. To answer the partial question of my thesis, we could say, that if we had school social workers at schools, their work would have a positive impact on the overall school climate.
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