Czech-polish historical and pedagogical journal

Ethnic Aspects of Contemporary Education of Children and Youth in Podhale

Anna Haratyk — 2025-04-03

The formation of ethnic identity is one of the many tasks of modern education. It is the way to educate an aware and creative human being capable of taking care of their ancestral heritage and multiply the cultural assets of the region where they come from and live. Not all regions can boast a well-preserved ethnic culture so it is worth drawing on the experience of those that have their own heritage and take numerous measures to pass it on to future generations. In Poland, models and inspiration can be sought in Podhale where the tradition and culture of the region is still alive. It is obviously the family home that is essential in the process of passing it on. However, effective regional education must also be carried out outside the home, which is why this paper presents a broad spectrum of activities of various institutions, organisations and communities involved in the transmission of Podhale culture to children and young people. The various forms of culture-oriented education present in Podhale that are analysed in the article below

Historiographical Aspects of Preparing a Creative Master Teacher, Professional in the Ukrainian Educational Tradition

Nataliia Huzii — 2025-04-03

The article presents the results of a comprehensive study of the historiographical aspects of the evolution of pedagogical personnel education in the Ukrainian educational tradition, aimed at achieving the heights of creativity, mastery and professionalism in pedagogical work. This research focuses on historical periods of formation and development of theoretical and methodological instruments for analysis of the substantive pillars of pedagogical profession and preparatory courses for future teachers in Ukraine from ancient times to the lastest decades.

The Contribution of Josaphata Hordashevska and the Congregation of the Sisters Servants to the Development of Ukrainian Preschool Education and Socio-pedagogical Assistance to the Rural Population in Galicia (Late 19th and early 20th Century)

Iryna Myshchyshyn — 2025-04-03

For many centuries, the preservation and development of the Ukrainian national culture and education was possible only due to the efforts of prominent public figures and spiritual leaders. These included the Ukrainian monastic communities, which contributed significantly to the social and cultural development of Galicia in the late 19th - early 20th centuries, particularly the Sisters Servants.
The purpose of the article is to highlight the contribution of the Servant Sister Josaphata Hordashevska to the foundation and development of preschool for rural Ukrainian children, and to the organisation of charitable activities for the benefit of adults, including the elderly and sick.
The Congregation of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate was established in 1892 with the purpose to provide educational and social services for the rural population. The first Sister Servant, Josaphata Hordashevska, set an inspiring example of the devoted service to the Ukrainian people in the field of preschool education and socio-pedagogical assistance. Her deeds demonstrated the example of a holy life, full of sacrificial and tireless service to the needs of others.
Josaphata’s teaching career began in a preschool educational institution for Ukrainian children, the first of this kind in Galicia, in 1893. Thanks to her efforts, the Congregation established significant number of preschools, orphanages and Christian schools, implemented advanced methodological approaches and developed new curriculum for the Ukrainian children.
In their pedagogical activities, the Sisters Servants applied principles of humanization, consistency with nature, individual approach to the personality, reliance on the positives and the national character of education. As a Congregation leader, Sister Josaphata was deeply concerned with the teaching process in preschools and their financial provision. Moreover, she initiated the acquisition of pedagogical education for the teaching Sisters and cared for their constant professional improvement.
In addition to educational and spiritual mission, the Sisters Servants provided the medical care and assistance to the sick, poor, disabled and elderly. They ensured psycho-emotional support for their patients and offered various household services.
Therefore, active and sacrificial work of the Sisters Servants in Galicia resulted in the formation of the network of Ukrainian preschools, orphanages, and other educational institutions, strengthening the tradition of helping the elderly and sick.

The Catholic Model of Education in the Theory and Practice of the National Women’s Organisation (1919 - 1939)

Mirosław Piwowarczyk — 2025-04-03

The article presents the political, social, and educational activities of one of the largest Catholic socio-political women's organizations operating in interwar Poland. The goals and areas of the organization’s diverse activities have been outlined, focusing primarily on the work to activate women in social life and their pursuit of equal rights, which was combined with the traditional role of women defined by social norms and the social teachings of the Catholic Church. The article also discusses the traditional family model and upbringing promoted by the association, as well as the role of women (femininity) in both private and public spaces.

Further Escalation of the International Situation – Reports to the Military Office of the President of the Republic in Czechoslovakia on the Situation in Poland in 1936

Tomáš Řepa — 2025-04-03

The article focuses on the military-political reports of the Military Office of the President of the Czechoslovak Republic from 1936 and builds on the previous article dealing with 1935, which was conceived in a similar way and is a direct continuation.1 Czechoslovak-Polish relations in the interwar period were far from ideal. However, there were mutual contacts2 and the Czechoslovak military attaché in Poland and other representatives of the diplomatic corps played a very important role in this respect. Their surviving reports are quite detailed and tell of important changes and developments in Poland. This study presents them with a commentary on the events mentioned and with the necessary setting in the contemporary context.

Ukrainian Pupils in Czech Schools and History Lessons – A Current Challenge for Our Education System Survey Results

Miroslav Jireček — 2025-04-03

The study presents selected results from a survey focused on the teaching of history to Ukrainian students (who arrived in the Czech Republic due to the conflict following February 24, 2022) in Czech schools. It analyses which history topics are challenging for Ukrainian students considering the current international situation, whether teachers need to moderate or adjust certain history lessons with Ukrainian students in mind, and whether teachers encounter instances of Ukrainian students disputing their presentation of historical topics. The analysis also examines the support provided to history teachers in teaching these students. Additionally, it outlines other types of difficulties teachers face when integrating Ukrainian students in subjects beyond history. The findings are contextualized within another research.

Cyprus Question: An Overlooked Crisis of 1964

Jana Vlčková Musilová — 2025-04-03

This year marks sixty years since the signing of the August ceasefire, which temporarily halted the bloody conflict between Cypriot Greeks and Cypriot Turks. This contribution aims to highlight the key and often overlooked moments in the history of the Republic of Cyprus in the second half of the 20th century, which significantly influenced not only the events on the island but also international politics—both in the context of the Cold War and in the relationship between the Turkish Republic and a unified Europe1, Greece, the USA, and not least the USSR. From a geopolitical standpoint, Cyprus was a strategic point between the USSR, the Suez Canal, and Europe, as well as an important link to the oil fields in the Persian Gulf region.2 From the aforementioned, it was clear that the events of 1964 could not have escaped the attention of the key players in global affairs at that time, and thus Cyprus became yet another hot spot of the Cold War.

Conference Civic Education in Times of Crisis: An Interdisciplinary Conference on the Future of Civic Education and Social Science Education in the Czech Republic

Jana Vlčková Musilová — 2025-04-03

On September 16, 2024, the three-day conference “Civic Education in Times of Crisis: An Interdisciplinary Conference on the Future of Civic Education and Social Science Education in the Czech Republic” was ceremonially opened. The event was organized by the Platform of Departments for Civic Education, with key contributions from Mgr. Barbora Vacková from Masaryk University and PhDr. Ondřej Lánský, Ph.D., from Charles University. The international meeting took place at the University Center in Telč, bringing together nearly forty experts from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and the United States.

International Conference – 22nd Czech-Polish Historical and Pedagogical Days: Leaders and Society in the Fields of Education, Culture, and Socio-Political Life. Historical and Contemporary Perspectives.

Jiří Mihola — 2025-04-03

At the beginning of March 2024, for the twenty-second time, Czech and Polish historians, educators, social pedagogues, and subject didactics specialists gathered for the international conference Czech-Polish Historical and Pedagogical Days, this time held at the University of Wrocław. The aim of the conference was to compare developments in education, culture, politics, and social life, as well as to introduce significant figures who have left a notable mark on the history of pedagogy and education in the Czech Republic and Poland.

HORSPOOL, David. More Than a Game: A History of How Sport Made Britain. John Murray Publishers. 2023. 326 pp.

Jan Egerle — 2025-04-03

Britain has traditionally been regarded as a cradle for some of the most popular sports today. David Horspool's work centers on the development of various sports and elucidates how these evolutions have influenced British society. A significant contribution of Horspool's approach lies in his original book, which is divided into ten chapters, each chronicling the development of a specific sport in relation to a particular societal theme.

Florian, Illies. "The Magic of Silence" - Caspar David Friedrich's Journey Through Time. S. Fischer Verlag GmbH. 2023. 251 pp.

Jan Egerle — 2025-04-03

This year, numerous events have been organized to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of an eminent painter from the Romantic era, Caspar David Friedrich. As a contribution to this significant milestone, the renowned author and journalist Florian Illies has published a compelling book dedicated to this remarkable artist, who is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated and influential German painters in history.

JANČAŘÍK, Zdeněk – BALÍK, Stanislav – ŠEBEK, Jaroslav. Český bůh: hovory o historii, víře a ateismu. Praha,Vyšehrad, 2023. 312 pp.

Jakub Racek — 2025-04-03

Czech God: Conversations on history, faith and atheism is a book of interviews featuring the Salesian priest Zdeněk Jančařík, who invited historian and political scientist Stanislav Balík along with historian Jaroslav Šebek to engage in discussions on this topic. As all three confess in the book, they share - besides their expertise in historical context - a personal connection of living out the Catholic faith. Together they decided to share and present the role of this religion in Czech history. This is a three-part conversation between men who embark on an adventurous quest to discover the "Czech God" within Czech history.