Abstract:

It is not common for practically oriented subjects such as robot construction and programming to be taught remotely as part of compulsory schooling at primary and secondary schools. There may be exceptional circumstances and situations that require or impose this. The reason for distance learning at primary and secondary school may be, for example, poor health or a certain handicap, which do not allow the participation of pupils or students in present teaching. Distance learning and work according to an individual study plan may also apply to exceptionally gifted children who participate in preparatory sports camps, preparatory camps at international competitions and so on.

In the article we will describe individual work according to the instructions. This tutorial can be a classic tutorial or an annotated video tutorial. We will show which activities can or cannot be taught remotely in the field of practice-oriented subjects. We also discuss what technical equipment the student needs to have to successfully complete the course and whether it is possible to use an alternative solution.

The article also reports on how teachers and students in the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic managed distance learning of practically oriented subjects during the coronavirus pandemic COVID-19. Empirical research was carried out by exploratory methods (questionnaire, discussion, interview).

Keywords:

Educational software, digital technology, online technology, online education, distance learning.