Education activity as a tool for learning about Ploskovice castle park

The aim of this diploma thesis is to create and practically verify an educational program that introduces the essential role of water in human life to participants. Moreover, the program presents water as a natural element affecting the working of the unique water system at Ploskovice Chateau. This Baroque water feature was constructed in the first half of the 18th century. In order to ensure its proper function under the circumstances at the time it was essential to put laws of physics to work. Simultaneously its creation required partial transformation of the surrounding landscape. The educational activities are designed for fourth-grade primary school pupils. The main premise of the thesis is that a first-hand interactive educational program will significantly broaden their knowledge about the premises of the chateau and the intricate work of the 18th century architects and ingenieurs. The program will further increase pupils' awareness of the importance of water. Additionally, it will lead to deepening their interest in cultural heritage. The theme of water is also reflected in the fresco decoration in the vestibule. The art stimulates imagination and enhances the dramatic component of the educational program. The thesis is divided into two parts - theoretical and practical. The theoretical...