Křižovatky etické výchovy v kontextu České republiky a Německa Crossroads of the Ethical Education in the Context of the Czech Republic and Germany Ruth Kubíčková The aim of this thesis was to map the development, process of consolidation and current shape of the implementation of ethical education in the educational system of the Czech Republic and Germany. My findings corroborate the thesis that the ethical and values education, in its close relationship with religious education and the spiritual dimension in general, forms an integral part of the school system and has a significant impact on the formation of moral consciousness and competences of an individual and thus the society as a whole. The first chapter introduces the terminology of ethical education which, despite being essential for both interdisciplinary and international cooperation, has not yet been well established in the literature. The second chapter focuses on the formation of values system and shows that besides family, peers and the macro environment it is the school that plays a distinct role in the moral and character development of an individual. In conformity with the presented stages of gradual strengthening of the moral consciousness of a child, the school can designedly support the desired social interactions that lead to...

The diploma thesis is concerned on the issues of introduction of the additional ethical education program to the primary schools. The diploma thesis is focused on the second period (4. 5. grade) of the primary school, which defines RVP ZV. Theoretical part of the diploma thesis explains the initial concept of the ethical education, mainly work of R. R. Olivar, who is followed by L. Lencz. Then, it is concerned on the possibilities of introduction of the ethical education to the School Educational Program and analysis of expected output created by the ethical education in the second period of the primary school. The crux of the diploma thesis is the practical part, where is compiled a part of the output, which are expected in the education program Ethical education for second period. The purpose of the diploma thesis was to show the teachers, who are starting to teach the ethical education, how to fulfil the lessons.

anglicky The theses is concerned with the development of moral values of selected thinkers and their followers with the focus on their conception of education to moral values. The author follows the development of moral values from the times of antiquity and its concept of justice, which is exposed in laws of that period. One of the most influent text that has its impact until now is biblical "Ten Commandments". In the next part of the theses author focuses on the development of moral values with thinkers like Aristotle, Thomas Aquinas, J. A. Comenius or C. S. Lewis, who had many thoughts and ideas in common. In a different position to moral values stand other important thinkers like J. Dewey, F. Nietzsche or M. Foucault. The next part of the theses refers to contemporary situation in the ethical education in the Czech Republic and the USA (California). Research part of the theses explores the value orientation of the students from the Czech Republic and their peers from the USA (California) with consideration to other factors that can affect the value orientation of the students. The main tool of research is value questionnaire. The research is concerned with the field of traditional values that are passed on from the antient times up to the present day. Furthermore, it is concerned with the...

The dissertation represents a philosophical contribution to ethics and ethical education. Its intention is to present ethics not only as a doctrine of the values and rules of human coexistence, but above all as an essential questioning that brings one to spiritual depth as a true philosophy. It does not approach to the topic by analyzing the work of one or a few relevant authors, but it is guided by the topic itself and the context in which ethics appears. The inspiration here is Heidegger's understanding of the world as the so-called Foursome, in which man, as Mortal, relates to the Earth, the Heavens, and the Divine. As Heidegger explains that man relates poetry to the depths of the world, this dissertation attempts to explain that ethical relation to the world is also something essential for man. The ethical dimension of human action and decision-making, which comes from human freedom, is presented here on diferent levels as morality and ethos. While morality is largely based on the social setting and can be described as a certain conformity, the ethos represents a deep personal authentic search for Good. It is an act in accordance with the conscience, which is oriented according to the Good. Good is presented as an idea in the Platonic sense, as a whole without border, as Divine. This Good...

[pt] A tese apresenta uma proposta de estabelecer a discursividade como parâmetro para a formação ética, moral e política na escola, com base na teoria de Habermas. Tomando essa formação como um processo de desenvolvimento da razão prática na amplitude de seus fins – pragmático, ético, moral e também político -, no qual articulam-se a dimensão social e individual, através da intersubjetividade, a tese propõe o termo formação prática para designar a formação ética, moral e política na escola. Trata-se de uma formação voltada para o entendimento intersubjetivo, que tem como fundamento os pressupostos da comunicação e conta com a mediação das instituições sociais para cumprir seu fim de promover a autonomia moral e política na esfera pública, ou seja, uma participação social direcionada ao estabelecimento de princípios de convivência e à construção de um projeto político comum no contexto de um Estado democrático. A formação prática na escola é concebida, nesta tese, como uma formação específica – desenvolvida em paralelo a uma formação cognitiva estrita e uma formação estética – que incide sobre a relação com o outro, partindo dela, conduzindo-se por ela e voltando-se para ela. / [en] This thesis presents a proposal for taking discursivity as the parameter for ethical, moral and political education in schools, based on Habermas s Discourse theory. Practical education is understood as the development of practical reason in its three aspects – pragmatic, ethical and moral -, in which the social and individual dimensions are articulated through intersubjectivity. The term practical education is proposed to designate ethical, moral and political education in schools. This is understood as education oriented towards intersubjective understanding, which has its foundations in the pressupositions of communication, mediated by social institutions, in order to to achieve the goal of promoting moral and political autonomy in the public sphere, that is, social participation directed towards the establishment of principles of peaceful coexistence and the construction of a common political project in the context of the democratic, constitutional State. Practical education in schools is conceived of as a specifica education – developed in parallel with cognitive education, strictly speaking, and aesthetic education – that focuses on our relations with others, as a starting point, a principle of development and an outcome.

The work deals with the possibilities of ethical education in the Scout environment. First, it describes the Scout idea, such as the Scouting principles, Scout values, law, promise and ethical education. It also deals with the origin and development of Scouting in our country and in the world and its main representatives. Furthermore, it describes particular Scout activities that take place not only within small groups but also in very large ones, not only in local communities but also in the world. There are meetings of peers but also of all generations. Several life stories from the totalitarian regime demonstrate courage and loyalty to the Scout promise. Using interviews and questionnaires, a picture of how members perceive the Scouting is made - what they value, what they learnt, whether it helps them to cope with difficulties. Last but not least, a chance to criticize contemporary Scout affairs is given. Overall, Scouting offers many opportunities how to influence both individuals and the society in ethical matters and how to make the world a little better. It enables upbringing for true humanity, helps us to fight against consumerism and individualism.

My master thesis deals with the use of drama education methods when teaching the third grade pupils. The aim is to show that combining the drama education and ethics teaching can effectively develop pupils' moral attitude. The thesis is divided into two parts. The theoretical part describes children of middle childhood and defines both kinds of education. The practical part is a proposal of ten drama education lessons with ethics topics created after observing third grade pupils of the primary school of Bratrancu Veverkovych in Pardubice for five months. The proposal is followed by an implementation of the lessons. The lessons focus on developing pupils in following areas: communication, self-evaluation, appreciation of others, respecting rules, creativity, assertive behaviour, and sensitivity towards one's environment. The implemented lessons are then reflected with regard to defined aims. The thesis' conclusion sums up the results obtained from observing the pupils. The results show us that the drama education methods can bring pupils an authentic experience which will significantly influence their values and moral attitude. The thesis results also show that the moral development of primary school pupils depends on the personality of their teacher.ation, appreciation of others, respecting rules,...

The Thesis deals with possibility of teaching ethics. It explores philosophy of education and ethics. Basic question is whether it is even reasonable to teach ethics. Thesis also reflects the essence and nature of upbringing and education. In final chapter the thesis comes to synthesis of philosophy of education and ethics. Points of focus from previous chapters are merged together and author tries to show a path with elementary starting points. Author concludes that ethics can be taught by philosophical discussion, thinking and by combined discovery of theoretical philosophy. Ethics that grows from philosophical thinking and thinking process itself may develop the ability of students to pose important questions and deeply reflect ethical issues. They establish ethical outlook and inner understanding. They aim for uplifting the listeners, to shake their human psyche, to stir unrest in their souls. Goal of teachers of this subject is to challenge current certanties. Teachers have the possiblity to teach their students to think philosophically by introducing them to philosophical thinking, where thinking is defined as "Thinking in bigger picture". Keywords Ethics, Ethical Education, Philosophy of Education, Philosophy, Education, Philosophical Reflection, Ethical Dimension of Teaching

Title The value's system of primary school pupils Anotation This thesis deals with the value systems of students first elementary school. Briefly describes the concept of value in terms of various scientific disciplines, and describes the process of its formation, discusses the concept of value system. It deals with the influence of environment in shaping the value system of students and subject matter maps the current state on this issue. Practical part of points through a questionnaire survey on the current state of value orientations of children in connection with the experiment carried out using the lessons drama education. Keywords values, value system, moral behavior, ethical education, values formation, drama in the process of influencing the value orientation

This MA dissertation is a creative project aimed at creating a model magazine for children of primary school age which would cultivate the child reader in a manner as complex as possible. The content of this magazine is founded on a previous theoretical analysis of children's needs and takes into account their socio-cultural specifics, that is, living together with digital technologies. Subsequently, in this work, I have aimed at finding responses for such formulated requirements in the form of current educational trends and, using these in practice, I am submitting a proposal of a specific product which reflects these phenomena.