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  PhDr. Pavel Bartoš, LL.M., DBA (Evropská akademie vzdělávání / European Academy of education)

STEM education, an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, represents a multidisciplinary approach aimed at preparing students for the rapidly evolving demands of the 21st-century workforce. Unlike traditional education, which often treats these four disciplines separately, STEM education integrates them into a cohesive learning framework based on real-world applications. This approach fosters critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving skills, and collaborative abilities, aiming not only to increase proficiency in each field but also to highlight the interconnectedness between scientific and technological advancements and their societal impacts. One of the central objectives of STEM education is to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation. Through project-based learning, laboratory experiments, engineering challenges, and technology-driven projects, students develop hands-on skills that are directly applicable to current and future careers. This experiential learning encourages inquiry, innovation, and adaptability—qualities essential in a global economy increasingly shaped by technological change. Moreover, STEM curricula often emphasize computational thinking and data literacy, reflecting the […]

Our School Launches “Digital Future”: A New Project for Developing Students’ Digital Skills Digital competence has become one of the cornerstones of success in today’s world. In response to the increasing demands of the labor market and the rapid evolution of technology, our school is proud to announce the launch of an innovative project entitled “Digital Future.” This initiative aims to provide students with practical knowledge and skills that will be essential for a productive and fulfilling career in the digital era. A New Dimension in Education The “Digital Future” project represents a significant step towards modernizing education at our institution. Starting this academic year, we are introducing new specialized courses focused on programming, cybersecurity, and digital marketing. These subjects are carefully designed to address the current trends in technology and to prepare students to tackle both opportunities and challenges that digital transformation brings. Focus on Practical Skills and Real-World Experience A core element of the project […]

The flipped classroom is an innovative pedagogical model that inverts traditional teaching methods by delivering instructional content, often online, outside of the classroom. Instead of using class time for direct instruction, students first engage with new material on their own, commonly through video lectures, podcasts, or assigned readings. Classroom time is then repurposed for collaborative activities, complex problem-solving, discussion, and personalized guidance, allowing for deeper engagement with the subject matter and immediate feedback from instructors and peers. This approach is rooted in the principles of active learning and constructivism, where learners build their own understanding through interaction and application. The flipped classroom addresses common challenges in conventional education, such as varying student learning paces and passive learning environments. By offloading initial content delivery, teachers can use classroom sessions to address individual difficulties, encourage critical thinking, and foster collaborative skills. Empirical studies indicate that the flipped model can enhance student motivation, retention, and performance, particularly in STEM (Science, […]

  PhDr. Pavel Bartoš, LL.M., DBA (Evropská akademie vzdělávání / European Academy of education)

The acronym STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. These four fields encompass a broad range of academic disciplines and professional practices that are fundamental to innovation, economic development, and societal advancement in the modern world. The STEM framework is designed to promote an integrated approach to learning and problem-solving, where concepts from science and mathematics are applied, through technology and engineering, to address complex real-world issues. This multidisciplinary focus not only enhances students’ critical thinking and analytical skills but also encourages creative solutions that are essential for progress in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. One of the defining characteristics of STEM education is its emphasis on inquiry-based learning and the scientific method. Students are encouraged to ask questions, form hypotheses, conduct experiments, and analyze data, mirroring the processes used by professional scientists and engineers. Additionally, STEM education often incorporates hands-on projects and collaborative activities, allowing learners to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges. This experiential […]

Blended learning, also known as hybrid learning, is an educational methodology that integrates traditional face-to-face classroom instruction with online learning experiences. This approach leverages the strengths of both modalities, allowing students greater flexibility in accessing course content and providing instructors with more options for delivering and assessing learning. Blended learning often involves students participating in in-person lectures, discussions, or labs while also engaging with digital resources such as video lectures, interactive simulations, and online discussion forums outside of scheduled class times. One of the core principles of blended learning is its focus on active and personalized learning. The online component allows students to work at their own pace, review materials as needed, and engage with multimedia resources tailored to different learning styles. Meanwhile, in-person sessions can be devoted to deepening understanding through collaborative activities, hands-on projects, or targeted support on challenging concepts. Research has shown that this combination can lead to improved educational outcomes, as students benefit […]

  PhDr. Pavel Bartoš, LL.M., DBA (Evropská akademie vzdělávání / European Academy of education)

Blended Learning: Theory, Application, and Impact Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, is an educational model that integrates traditional face-to-face classroom instruction with online and digital learning activities. The primary aim of blended learning is to maximize the effectiveness of both in-person and virtual learning environments by leveraging their respective strengths. In contrast to fully online or traditional classroom formats, blended learning offers greater flexibility for students and instructors, enabling personalized pacing, a diverse range of resources, and greater engagement through varied instructional modalities. The design and execution of blended learning environments can take many forms, including the flipped classroom model, rotational models, and enriched virtual models, each varying in the proportion and sequencing of online and offline components. The theoretical foundation for blended learning draws from constructivist learning theory, which emphasizes that students construct knowledge through active engagement and social interaction. By combining the immediacy and interpersonal connection of in-person instruction with the accessibility […]

Blended learning, also referred to as hybrid learning, is an educational approach that combines traditional face-to-face classroom methods with online digital media and activities. Rather than replacing in-person instruction, blended learning integrates the best features of both environments to create a more flexible and effective learning experience. In a typical blended course, students may attend lectures in a physical classroom while also completing assignments, participating in discussions, or accessing supplemental materials through an online platform. The ratio of in-person to online interaction can vary depending on the instructional goals and the needs of the learners. The underlying pedagogical rationale for blended learning lies in its capacity to support a wide range of learning styles and to enable more personalized, self-paced instruction. Online components can enhance engagement by delivering interactive content, multimedia presentations, quizzes, and collaborative activities that allow students to apply concepts in practical contexts. Teachers can use digital learning analytics to monitor student progress in real […]

New Collaboration with Local Businesses: Practical Internships for High School Students As demands on the labor market continue to evolve and the pace of technological innovation accelerates, the connection between school education and real-life workplace practice gains in importance. At the European Academy of Education (EAV), we believe that a high-quality learning environment should not end at the classroom door. In response to employer needs and in cooperation with local partners, we are proud to announce a major step forward: the launch and expansion of practical internships for our high school students directly in cooperating companies. Modern education in technical fields must be built on three pillars: solid theoretical foundations, hands-on skills, and familiarity with the actual working environment. While we have long been focusing on upgrading our school facilities—such as our new engineering workshops and IT laboratories—the missing piece has been broader, systematic integration of students into everyday company life. Thanks to partnerships with businesses in […]