FPFZAHBIP4 Three cultures. Three languages. One Europe. (BIP)

Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Summer 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
doc. PhDr. Gabriela Rykalová, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
doc. PhDr. Gabriela Rykalová, Ph.D.
Institute of Foreign Languages – Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Prerequisites
knowledge of German
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The aim is to familiarise participants with the Czechschool system. The focus is on the specific features of the individual school types (target groups, curricula, qualifications, career prospects), alternative educational pathways, and social services provided by the various types of
institutions. During the face-to-face phase, lesson observations and teaching placements will take place at various Czech schools in Opava, Ostrava and the surrounding area. Considerable time will also be devoted to discussing this topic, covering similarities, differences, and the pros and cons of all three school systems.


Learning outcomes
Understanding of the education systems in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic; improvement of language skills.
Syllabus
1. Online phase: Discussion on the topic ‘The Czech school system’.
2. Face-to-face phase: Classroom observations – schools in Opava, Krnov and Ostrava; workshops, games and activities to engage pupils on the topic of ‘Modern teaching methods’; supporting programme (excursion to Ostrava – the Vítkovice Ironworks; Long Night of Short Texts; a unique experience: Unisféra; Silesian Theatre; exhibitions, etc.)

Teaching methods
Lectures, workshops, listening sessions, mini-performances in foreign language lessons, discussions, excursions.
Assessment methods
oral interview
Language of instruction
German
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