Conference on Teaching Practices: Sharing Experiences Across the University
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the Faculty of Science at UJEP hosted a conference on the didactics and practices of teacher education programs in science education. The conference was attended by 50 participants—primarily accompanying teachers, students, and subject-specific educators.
The conference was organized by the Center for Science Education Support (CPPV) at the Faculty of Science, UJEP, with participation spanning all faculties (university-wide) within UJEP. A key value of the program was the opportunity for all interested groups sharing a common goal—high-quality and meaningfully guided teaching practice—to come together.
The opening session featured, among other things, updates from the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports of the Czech Republic regarding teacher training reform, the competency framework, and the role of mentor teachers. Participants also appreciated the inspiration provided by a presentation from a colleague at the Faculty of Science, Charles University, RNDr. Tereza Cimová, Ph.D., and the sharing of experiences regarding the guidance and reflection on teaching practice.
The main segment of the program took the form of a collaborative workshop titled “One Goal, Three Perspectives: Finding Common Ground in Pedagogical Practice,” led by subject-specific didacticians from the CPPV. Discussions and model scenarios opened up key topics of communication, expectations, and support during teaching practice—and confirmed that the greatest benefit arises precisely where the perspectives of the student, the supervising teacher, and the educational specialist converge, and where there is room for shared reflection.