The Use of Traditional Didactic Aids in Lessons by Novice Teachers with Consideration to Motivation of Pupils

This master's thesis examines the use of traditional didactic aids, particularly the blackboard and chalk, by novice teachers in Czech schools, with special regard to their impact on pupil motivation. The aim is to determine how teachers are prepared during their studies to work with these tools, how they really use them in lessons, how they combine them with modern technologies, and how they perceive their effect on student motivation. The theoretical part defines the concept of teaching aids, describes the historical development of classroom equipment, outlines the specifics of the novice teacher's profession, addresses the concept of teacher status, and discusses theories of motivation. The practical part is based on qualitative research using semi-structured in-depth interviews with eight novice teachers of various specialisations and from different types of schools. Thematic analysis revealed that, according to respondents, university preparation for working with traditional aids is insufficient, although the blackboard remains an indispensable tool for most respondents. Teachers use it for explanation, structuring the content, and motivational activities. Respondents agree on the need for a balanced combination of traditional and modern teaching aids. According to their experience, student...