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Škola zahajuje nový program kombinovaného vzdělávání – FlexiStudy, který umožňuje studentům kombinovat online kurzy s tradiční výukou ve třídách. Tento program je navržen tak, aby vyhovoval potřebám studentů, kteří potřebují větší flexibilitu kvůli pracovním závazkům nebo osobním preferencím. V rámci FlexiStudy budou mít studenty přístup k široké škále online kurzů, zatímco klíčové praktické moduly budou probíhat osobně na kampusu. Tento přístup umožňuje studentům lépe si organizovat svůj čas a učit se ve vlastním tempu, zatímco stále získávají praktické zkušenosti potřebné pro jejich obor. Škola očekává, že tento inovativní model vzdělávání přiláká nové studenty a zvýší zájem o již existující studijní programy.

21/06/2026 0

School Launches New Blended Learning Program – FlexiStudy Starting with the upcoming academic year, our school is introducing an innovative blended learning program called FlexiStudy. This program is designed to combine the advantages of online courses with the benefits of traditional classroom instruction, offering students greater flexibility in organizing their studies. The FlexiStudy program responds to the needs of students who require adaptable study schedules due to work commitments, family responsibilities, or personal preferences. By integrating high-quality online learning with key in-person practical modules on campus, FlexiStudy aims to make education accessible to a wider range of learners while maintaining a high standard of academic achievement. Within the framework of FlexiStudy, students will gain access to a diverse selection of online courses. These cover a broad spectrum of theoretical content and allow participants to study at their own pace, from the comfort of their home or any location with internet access. Online materials include recorded lectures, interactive […]

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Competency-Based Education (CBE)

19/06/2026 0

Competency-Based Education: A Scientific Overview Competency-Based Education (CBE) is an innovative educational approach centered on the demonstration of concrete skills and predefined competencies rather than the completion of traditional coursework or seat time. In CBE, the fundamental driver of progression is the learner’s ability to exhibit mastery over specific knowledge areas or practical abilities, assessed through authentic, performance-based evaluations. This shift from time-bound measures to outcome-based metrics allows for personalized learning trajectories where students advance at their own pace, ensuring mastery before moving on to more complex material. Underpinning CBE is a robust body of research from educational psychology, cognitive science, and instructional design. CBE models often incorporate principles of formative assessment and feedback, formative learning analytics, and backward design in curriculum development, ensuring that instruction is closely aligned with real-world competencies. The clearly defined learning outcomes and criteria for success provide transparency for both learners and instructors, fostering greater engagement and self-regulation. By emphasizing flexible pacing, […]

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Virtuální realita ve vzdělávání: Jak školy využívají nové technologie pro zlepšení výuky

16/06/2026 0

Virtuální realita ve vzdělávání: Jak školy využívají nové technologie pro zlepšení výuky Virtuální realita (VR) již není pouze záležitostí herního průmyslu, ale stále více si získává své místo i ve vzdělávacích institucích. Řada škol a výukových center začíná využívat možnosti této inovativní technologie, aby zatraktivnila vyučování, nabídla žákům nové způsoby poznávání a usnadnila pochopení náročnějších témat. Výuka, která kombinuje zážitkové učení s nejmodernějšími technologiemi, může být pro studenty mimořádně inspirující. Co vlastně znamená využití virtuální reality ve škole? Jde především o zapojení speciálních VR headsetů a příslušného softwaru, který umožňuje studentům vstoupit do zcela simulovaného prostředí. V takovém prostoru lze například projít virtuální laboratoří, navštívit historické památky, testovat chemické reakce nebo se zúčastnit simulace složitých technických procesů – a to vše bezpečně a opakovaně bez rizika nebo nutnosti nákladného vybavení. Na některých školách již nalezneme specializované učebny vybavené VR sadami, kde žáci řeší interaktivní úkoly nebo si vyzkouší různé životní situace, které by byly v reálných podmínkách […]

Blended Learning

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Blended learning, also known as hybrid learning, represents a transformative approach to education that integrates traditional face-to-face classroom methods with online digital media and activities. This methodology combines the strengths of both in-person instruction and technology-driven learning, resulting in a more flexible, engaging, and often more effective educational experience. In a blended learning environment, students typically attend conventional classes, but also complete significant parts of their coursework online, allowing for a degree of self-pacing, choice, and personalization that purely in-person or online courses may struggle to achieve. One of the key advantages of blended learning lies in its adaptability to diverse learning styles and needs. By leveraging multiple formats—lectures, multimedia resources, discussion forums, and interactive tools—blended learning can cater to visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners alike. Online components often include video lectures, quizzes, collaborative projects, and forums for discussion, providing students with opportunities to engage deeply with material, revisit challenging concepts, and interact with peers beyond the […]

Differentiated Instruction

13/06/2026 0

Differentiated Instruction: An Informative Overview Differentiated instruction is a pedagogical approach that recognizes and addresses the diverse learning needs, backgrounds, readiness levels, and interests of students within a classroom. Rather than implementing a “one size fits all” model, differentiated instruction tailors teaching strategies, curricular content, activities, and assessments to suit individual learner profiles. At its core, this method is grounded in the understanding that students learn at different paces, come from varying backgrounds, and possess unique strengths and weaknesses. Hence, differentiation aims to maximize learning growth for all students, whether they need additional support or accelerated challenges. There are several dimensions by which instruction can be differentiated: content (what students learn), process (how students make sense of the content), product (how students demonstrate their understanding), and learning environment (the context and culture in which learning occurs). For example, in reading instruction, a teacher might provide students with texts at varied levels of difficulty, organize small group discussions […]

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Studenti střední školy v Plzni se zapojili do mezinárodního výměnného programu Erasmus+, který jim umožnil strávit dva týdny na partnerské škole v Berlíně. Během pobytu se studenti účastnili různorodých workshopů zaměřených na udržitelnost, obnovitelné zdroje energie a inovace v environmentálních technologiích. Tento program nejenže prohloubil jejich znalosti v oblasti ekologického vzdělávání, ale také jim poskytl příležitost zlepšit své jazykové dovednosti a navázat mezinárodní přátelství. Tato zkušenost byla pro studenty inspirativní a motivující, a navíc jim nabídla nový pohled na vzdělávání a jeho možnosti v evropském kontextu.

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High School Students from Plzeň Participate in Erasmus+ Exchange Program in Berlin: Gaining First-Hand Experience in Sustainability and Environmental Innovation In the spring of 2026, a group of students from a secondary school in Plzeň had the unique opportunity to take part in an international Erasmus+ exchange program. This two-week stay at a partner school in Berlin was designed not only to deepen students’ academic knowledge, but also to expand their horizons through intercultural experiences and exposure to state-of-the-art approaches in sustainable development. During their stay, the Czech students engaged in an intensive and diverse program of workshops and seminars, focusing on sustainability, renewable energy sources, and innovations in environmental technologies. The program was structured to provide a combination of theoretical foundations and practical activities, allowing students to both acquire new knowledge and directly apply innovative solutions. Among the activities were hands-on experiments with photovoltaic panels, practical demonstrations of energy storage systems, and simulations of energy management […]

Project-Based Learning (PBL)

10/06/2026 0

Project-Based Learning (PBL) is an instructional methodology centered around the active exploration of real-world challenges and problems. Unlike traditional, teacher-centered approaches that primarily focus on the passive absorption of information, PBL engages students as active participants in their own learning. Central to PBL is the organization of curriculum around complex, authentic questions or tasks, which require sustained inquiry, collaboration, and critical thinking. Throughout a PBL unit, students drive learning by investigating open-ended questions, designing solutions, and presenting their findings to actual audiences, often mirroring scenarios and workflows found in real professions. The effectiveness of Project-Based Learning is supported by research in the cognitive and learning sciences. Studies indicate that PBL improves deeper understanding of content, long-term retention, and the ability to transfer knowledge across contexts. By requiring students to research, synthesize, and apply concepts rather than simply memorize facts, PBL nurtures skills such as collaboration, communication, and problem-solving, which are highly valued in modern education and the […]

Flipped Classroom

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The “flipped classroom” is an innovative pedagogical model that inverts traditional teaching methods by delivering instructional content, often online, outside of the classroom and moving activities, including those that may have traditionally been considered homework, into the classroom. In a conventional classroom model, instructors use class time for lectures and students complete assignments individually at home. In contrast, the flipped classroom approach utilizes pre-recorded video lectures, reading assignments, or other preparatory materials for students to engage with before their scheduled class time. This shift allows teachers to allocate classroom time for more active learning methods, such as discussions, collaborative projects, problem-solving exercises, and personalized guidance. Scientific studies and educational research have demonstrated that the flipped classroom model can enhance student engagement and achievement, particularly in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines. By frontloading factual or conceptual content, students come into class better prepared and able to participate in higher-order thinking activities. Teachers, in turn, can use […]

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Studenti gymnázia se zúčastnili mezinárodního projektu zaměřeného na zvýšení finanční gramotnosti. Tento projekt spojuje školy z různých zemí, aby spolupracovaly na výuce důležitých finančních dovedností. Během projektu studenti diskutovali o různých tématech, jako jsou rozpočtování, úspory, investice a správa osobních financí. Každá ze zúčastněných škol připravila vlastní prezentaci na téma specifické pro jejich zemi, což vedlo k bohaté výměně informací a zkušeností. Projekt také zahrnoval interaktivní workshopy a simulace finančních situací, které studentům pomohly lépe porozumět složitým finančním konceptům. Tato zkušenost nejen rozšířila znalosti studentů o finančním světe, ale také zlepšila jejich schopnost spolupracovat v mezinárodních týmech. Účast v projektu byla pro studenty inspirující a probudila v nich zájem o další rozvoj dovedností potřebných pro úspěšné řízení osobních financí.

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Students of the Grammar School Took Part in an International Project Aimed at Increasing Financial Literacy In the spring semester of 2026, a group of students from our grammar school had the unique opportunity to participate in an international educational project focused on promoting financial literacy among high school students. The main goal of the project was to bring together schools from different countries and facilitate cooperation in the field of teaching important financial skills necessary for personal and professional life. Participating schools were drawn from a variety of countries, including the United States, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, providing a truly multicultural environment that enriched both the educational and social aspects of the project. Communication and collaboration took place mainly online, allowing students to actively discuss various topics regardless of geographical distance. The project curriculum covered a wide range of financial topics. Students delved into the principles of budgeting, learned how to track and plan […]

Project-Based Learning

04/06/2026 0

Project-Based Learning (PBL) is a dynamic educational approach that emphasizes active exploration of real-world challenges and complex questions. Rather than relying solely on traditional methods such as lectures and rote memorization, PBL centers on student-driven inquiry and the creation of tangible products or solutions through extended projects. In a typical PBL environment, students work either individually or collaboratively over a sustained period to investigate a subject, integrate knowledge from various disciplines, and ultimately present their findings to an authentic audience. This mode of learning draws inspiration from constructivist theories, particularly those of John Dewey and Jean Piaget, who advocated for experiential and student-centered learning as a means to foster deeper understanding and critical thinking. The key components of Project-Based Learning include a central, open-ended driving question or challenge that is relevant and meaningful to the learners. Throughout the project, students engage in processes akin to those used by professionals in their field of study—such as research, problem-solving, […]

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01/06/2026 0

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

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Vzdělávací technologie ve třídě: Jak integrace AR a VR mění způsob, jakým se studenti učí

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Vzdělávací technologie ve třídě: Jak integrace AR a VR mění způsob, jakým se studenti učí Moderní technologie patří v posledních letech mezi nejdynamičtěji se rozvíjející oblasti vzdělávání. S nástupem rozšířené reality (AR, Augmented Reality) a virtuální reality (VR, Virtual Reality) se ve školních třídách otevírají zcela nové možnosti, jak žákům přiblížit teoretické poznatky a umožnit jim zažít výuku na vlastní kůži. Tato inovativní zařízení a softwarové nástroje přinášejí nejen lepší pochopení učiva, ale také motivaci a nadšení pro vzdělávání samotné. Výuka s AR a VR: Od virtuálních laboratoří po dějepis v první osobě Díky vizualizaci reálných i abstraktních jevů umožňuje AR například během hodin biologie promítat prostorové modely lidského těla přímo na lavici, kde si studenti mohou „rozložit“ jednotlivé orgánové soustavy a podrobně je prozkoumat. Stále častější jsou také virtuální laboratoře, kde si lze bezpečně vyzkoušet chemické experimenty, které by v běžných podmínkách nebylo možné realizovat. VR zase posouvá hranice vzdělávání ještě dál – s pomocí speciálních […]