Denna studie utgår ifrån ett sociokulturellt perspektiv på lärande och syftet med studien är att undersöka huruvida seminarier som arbets- och bedömningsform kan främja intresset för olika moment inom naturvetenskap i allmänhet och biologi i synnerhet, samt att undersöka huruvida seminarier även kan fungera som ett bra bedömningsverktyg.   De metoder som användes i studien var enkät och intervju. Studien utfördes i tre moment. Först genomfördes seminarier inom ämnet biologi i en årskurs 8. Därefter besvarades en enkät av ca. 60 elever från seminarieromgången. Slutligen genomfördes två gruppintervjuer, en med elever och en med lärare.    Resultaten visar att det verkar finnas en koppling mellan seminarieformen och ett ökat intresse, men att kopplingen endast går att göra till intresset för det specifika ämnesområde som tas upp under seminariet. Det är möjligt att detta i förlängningen kan leda till ökat intresse för biologi, men det skulle krävas ytterligare undersökningar för att ta reda på detta. Resultaten visar också att seminarier för vissa elever är en uppskattad bedömningsform och att lärarna tycker att den fungerar bra som komplement till skriftliga metoder. Tydliga kriterier framhålls som viktiga av både elever och lärare. / This diploma work leans on the socio-cultural perspective on education, represented by, among others, Vygotskij. The purpose of this work is to investigate whether seminars could work as a reliable alternative to written exams and to investigate if seminars as a method could enhance interest in different parts of natural sciences, in particular Biology.   The methods used in this study were survey and interviews. The study was carried out in three major parts: seminars were performed in secondary school with children aged 14; a survey regarding these seminars was held and finally, group interviews, one with teachers and one with pupils, were conducted. The interviews focused on the perception of the seminars as a method of learning and evaluation.   The results show that there may be a connection between seminars and an increased interest in specific topics within the field of Biology. However, this connection is so far only significantly detectable for the specific topic of these seminars and can as of now not be stretched to include Natural sciences, or even Biology. Therefore there is room for further investigations to confirm this hypothesis. The results also show that seminars are appreciated among teachers and a large number of students and that both these groups see seminars as a complement to other more traditional forms of teaching and written examinations. Key words: seminar, seminars, assessment, interest, Biology, natural sciences, secondary school, upper level of compulsory school, senior level of compulsory school

The aim of the thesis is an analysis of Czech university study programs for teaching German language at the 2nd grade basic schools and comparison of the results. Information about development of Czech educational policy since 1989 is summarized in the theoretical section, where I also presented the most important documents affecting current educational policy as well as the language policy. The practical part is dedicated to the study itself. All universities keep their study programs in line with the Bologna process, conceived as structured. The subject of my analysis is Bachelor's degree and follow-up master's degree study. I have chosen only a specific part of the field, which is devoted to preparing students for German language teaching at basic schools. Emphasis is placed on the comparison of offered subjects, thematic composition of subjects and the way of obtaining didactic knowledge and teaching skills.

The thesis presents the results of an empirical study of emotional intelligence on a sample of psychology students and managers, describes the features of socially-psychological training and seminars as active methods of formation of emotional intelligence. / В диссертации представлены результаты эмпирического исследования эмоционального интеллекта на выборке студентов-психологов и управленцев, описаны особенности социально-психологического тренинга и семинарских занятий как активных методов формирования эмоционального интеллекта.

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The study intended to investigate conflict management capacity in local government authorities (LGAs) in Tanzania. Specific objectives embrace to: identify types of conflict; find out causes of conflict within Tanzania LGAs; find out positive and negative effects of conflict; explore mechanisms available for conflict resolution; identify the problems encountered in resolving conflict; and recommend policy options and strategies for managing conflict in LGAs. Research questions included: what types of conflict persist in the city and municipal councils in Tanzania?; to what extent does conflict lead to the strengthening or weakening of the relationship between the councilors and the permanent public officials?; and what are the available mechanisms for conflict resolution? The study was conducted in Iringa Municipal Council and Tanga City Council using a case study design. This involved both qualitative and quantitative approaches. A total number of 1012 respondents constituted a study sample. The research instruments included: observation, interviews, questionnaires, consultations with informants and informal discussions, focus group discussions and documentary reviews. The study found that conflict existed in the councils because of factors like inadequacy of funds, lack of transparency, lack of accountability and low level of education among the councillors. The available mechanisms for conflict resolution included: mediation, disciplinary committees, meetings, informal discussions, seminars and guidance and counselling. However, these mechanisms were not effectively used in managing conflict. Lastly, the respondents suggested measures for improving conflict resolution skills. They include: frequent meetings, provision of education and training, increased transparency, definition of roles through job descriptions, increased participatory decision-making, and increased sources of funds. / Public Administration / D. Litt. et Phil. (Public Administration)

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