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Personal Notes on Reading in Primary Education action research
Mazourová, Lucie ; Laufková, Veronika (advisor) ; Štípek, Jiří (referee)
The present thesis focuses on the use of reading records in the Czech language and literature lessons at the first level of primary school in the implementation of reading lessons. The thesis is divided into theoretical and practical parts. The main aim of the theoretical part is to define the basic concepts related to the topis, i.e. literacy, development of reading, motivation to read, reading diary, compulsory reading and reading records. The theoretical part describes specifically those reading records that are used in the practical part of the work, i.e. poster, letter to a character, graphic organizers, questions, double diary. The practical part was designed as an action research where reading lessons were designed and then taught in Year 4 of primary school, between October and December, in which a variety of reading records were used. A total of seven reading lessons were implemented, with the last, seventh, lesson serving as a reflective lesson. The output of each reading lesson was a worksheet along with the reading record. Based on the implemented lessons, it was investigated which reading records situ different types of pupils; which reading records pupils found stimulating and why; how pupils formulatd their thoughts and attitudes towards the books they read in the records, how they...
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Comparison of methods and techniques of drama education and reading strategies when working with fables
Legátová, Tereza ; Ferklová, Alžběta (advisor) ; Sobková, Ivana (referee)
The thesis deals with the topic of comparison of methods and techniques of drama education and reading strategies when working with fairy tale text. The thesis is divided into two parts - theoretical and practical. The theoretical part is based on professional sources and literature. It focuses on the characteristics of drama education, reading strategies and the literary genre of fable. It aims to explain important concepts related to drama education and literacy and the use of the literary genre of fable in drama and literature education. The practical part deals with research to determine the effectiveness of the methods used to work with the text by creating and implementing ten lessons that include methods and techniques of dramatic education and reading strategies when working with the text of fairy tales. It investigates which method used results in improved student comprehension of the fairy tale text, as well as the effectiveness of the two methods of working with the text and observations of students' comprehension of the fairy tale text during the research. KEYWORDS Drama education, methods and techniques of drama education, reading strategies, fable, action research
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Development of reading and writing skills of 1st grade pupils: action research
Mostecká, Sabina ; Laufková, Veronika (advisor) ; Novotná, Kateřina (referee)
The diploma thesis focuses on the development of reading and writing skills among primary school students. The theoretical part of the thesis describes the specifics of reading and writing literacy and the possibilities for developing these literacies. Part of the development of these literacies involves the development of individual skills related to reading and writing. The aim of the practical part of the thesis is to describe the relationship between the development of reading and writing skills among selected six students from the fifth grade of elementary school. To conduct the research, six reading lessons were designed and implemented during Czech language and literature classes (Muddled Kingdom, Neverending Story, Limericks, Strado and Varius, Wind Mailman, Unfinished Fairy Tales). In these six reading lessons, reading and writing skills were deliberately interconnected and developed. Each of the six implemented reading lessons had a writing output. Through the research methods used (content analysis of student products, observation, unstructured interview), I found that the development of reading and writing skills is closely related. Students who have developed reading skills generally produce quality texts as well. Furthermore, I found that the development of reading and writing skills...
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Implementation of listening techniques into a primary school classroom
Jeřábková, Anna ; Poche Kargerová, Jana (advisor) ; Vallin, Petra (referee)
This thesis deals with the matter of listening skill as part of the communication key competence. The author does not target situations when the pupil listens to the teacher's speech, but situations when the elementary school classmates listen to each other. It is based on a long-term scientific discourse on the subject. The aim of this thesis is to first theoretically present the communication activity of listening as a fairly demanding process which, although requiring the same amount of attention and training as other communication activities, has been quite neglected on a global scale in the school curriculum. At the same time, the theoretical section puts forward specific proposals on how the listening skill of the elementary-school class collective can be supported and developed. The practical part, pedagogical action research, is based on theoretical knowledge. It aims to observe progress in communication focusing on listening skills between third-grade pupils, in a class where the author acts as a teacher's assistant. In total three periods of action research maintain a cyclical pattern of problem decsription, action plan, action and analysis. The research is supported by didactic games designed so that the skill of listening can be studied and developed by the pupils themselves. At the...
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1st grade reading workshop: action research
Malínská, Dorota ; Laufková, Veronika (advisor) ; Novotná, Kateřina (referee)
This thesis stems from the necessity to guide and support students in reading from the beginning of compulsory school attendance. The theoretical part deals with the concept of reading, the development of reading literacy, and further describes methods and possibilities for further support and development of reading. An integral part for the development of reading literacy are libraries, which are also mentioned in the work. The last chapter of the theoretical part focuses on various options and perspectives on the reading workshop. The goal of the action research is to describe, through observation, how it is possible to firmly integrate the reading workshop into the schedule from the 1st grade of primary school based on personal experience and to suggest how further methods can support reading among 1st and 2nd grade students even more. Using findings from a completed parents' questionnaire, the empirical part responds to the research questions. The research showed that thanks to the early inclusion of the reading workshop, students were able to concentrate on the given reading and smoothly continue with the already mastered organization of the reading workshop within the 1st grade. Finally, it was shown that the conduct of reading workshops significantly increases positive experience of reading...
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Problems of solving systems of polynomial equations in mathematics teaching
KÖNIGSMARKOVÁ, Soňa
The aim of this thesis is to map the current state of teaching and student problem solving strategies for polynomial equations. A substantial part of the work is devoted to the use of these systems of equations in solving problems of the loci of a given property at different types of schools. On this basis, where warranted, suggestions are made for enriching teaching in this area with methods reflecting current trends in the use of systems of computer algebra. Considering the above objectives, the author focuses on the current state of teaching systems of polynomial equations in terms of the methods of solution used at primary schools, secondary schools and faculties preparing teachers of mathematics. The author does not neglect the solution of more complex problems, especially problems of the loci of a given property, by future mathematics teachers. The potential of computer algebra systems for improving the current state is also mentioned. The thesis is divided into 9 chapters, with the first four chapters justifying the topicality of the topic. The historical development of the solution of problems on systems of equations and especially the current state of the subject from the point of view of the position of the curriculum and the occurrence of relevant problems in textbooks, entrance and final exams and in the Mathematical Olympiad are presented. Considering the topic of the thesis, examples of solving problems by elementary methods and methods based on the theory of Gröbner bases and the use of computer technology are given. The fifth chapter defines the objectives of the thesis. The next three chapters are devoted to the actual research at secondary and higher education institutions, which deals with the solution of systems of polynomial equations and the solution of problems of loci of a given property in terms of the choice of solution methods and the occurrence of errors in their use.The final chapter summarizes the research results and gives some recommendations for secondary school teaching and for the preparation of future mathematics teachers. Appendices contain an original and research-based draft of teaching material on methods of solving systems of polynomial equations and solving problems on sets of points given characteristics for gifted secondary school students and university teaching students.
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Developing formative assessment in a kindergarten: action research
Řehořková, Adéla ; Laufková, Veronika (advisor) ; Novotná, Kateřina (referee)
This thesis addresses the issue of formative assessment in the kindergarten environment, aiming to systematize the application of formative assessment techniques and tools in preschool educationand enhance cooperationwith parents. The theoretical part delineates the development of children's identity, the significance of self-concept in preschool, and its alignment with the Framework Curriculum for Preschool Education. It also explores motivation, assessment, potential formative assessment techniques for preschool education, and underscores the importance of formative assessment in the Strategy for Education Policy of the Czech Republic 2030+. The final chapter delves into cooperation with parents and its contribution to children's education. The empirical part is structured as action research, involving the diagnosis of the current state of formative assessment in a selectedkindergarten. Solutions to the situationinclude establishing a new portfolio as a formative assessment tool, functioning as a coherent system with active parental participation,introducingtechniques for children's self-assessment, and systematizing the approach to children's assessment. Data collection methods encompass participant observation of children, interviews with children and kindergarten colleagues, and a...
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Introduction of teacher-parent-pupil consultations in primary school
Bánovská Růžičková, Kamila ; Poche Kargerová, Jana (advisor) ; Vallin, Petra (referee)
The Master's thesis entitled "Implementation of Parent-Teacher-Student Consultations in Primary Education" focuses on the systematic reflection during the implementation of consultations among teachers, parents, and students. The author, in the theoretical part, examines the relationship between the family and the school, along with their collaboration, taking into account the historical development of these institutions. An important aspect is also the exploration of the impact of feedback on students and the positive effects of this interaction on their education and personal growth. In the practical part of the thesis, the author, in the role of a teacher and an active participant, evaluates each cycle of consultations with the aim of advancing her professional development. Through action research, she observes the evolution of her own practice in implementing tripartite consultations. Research questions are posed, and the author reflects on her progress and acquired knowledge through a pedagogical diary. The main objective of the thesis is to enhance the professionalism of teachers and improve the quality of consultation practices. The author of this work strives to strengthen her professional identity and enhance the effectiveness of consultations. She firmly believes that the knowledge and...
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The Integrated Teaching of Czech Language in Lower Secondary Schools
Kronovetrová Fingerová, Markéta ; Doležalová, Eliška (advisor) ; Komberec, Filip (referee)
This thesis deals with the topic of integrated teaching of Czech language in lower secondary School. Its aim was to find out the possibilities and limits of the implementation of this teaching. The data were collected through action research at Na Rohu1 Primary School where the author of this thesis taught three eighth grades' classes for whole year. For more than a year she designed lessons for these classes based on the principles of integration of the components of the Czech language, constructivism, and the communicative principle. These are documented and reflected in this thesis. A secondary goal of this thesis was to observe the possibilities of conducting independent action research in mainstream settings and at a regular elementary school where it could become a means of professional development for teachers. The theoretical part of this thesis is based on the chapters dealing with the mapping of different conceptions of Czech language teaching and the current situation in the Czech Republic and abroad. These are followed by chapters dealing with the principles that were used to determine the principles for the development of individual lessons. Attention has also been paid to the description of the principles of action research. Czech and foreign sources were used. The bulk of the...
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