e-Pedagogium, 2024 (vol. 24), issue 4

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e-Pedagogium 2024, 24(4)  

Assessing the instructional quality of visuals in geography textbooks of Greek secondary education

Konstantinos Boukas, Vana Chiou

e-Pedagogium 2024, 24(4):7-20 | DOI: 10.5507/epd.2025.003  

This study aims to analyse the visual representations in geography textbooks of secondary education in Greece. A quantitative content analysis was employed for research purposes. The sample comprised two textbooks and two student workbooks. The analysis identified a total of 1.231 visuals, including maps, photographs, artworks, data tables, charts, images, sketches, and small-scale representations. The findings revealed the prevalence of photographs and small-scale representation while raised concerns regarding the lack of captions, insufficient use of maps, and a high frequency of visuals unrelated to the text. The characteristics of visuals are assessed...

Glass ceiling as a limit for learning and self-development

Ondřej Duda, Steve Morris, Linda Valešová

e-Pedagogium 2024, 24(4):21-32 | DOI: 10.5507/epd.2025.004  

This theoretical paper explores the 'glass ceiling' concept in education, defined as the plateau learners reach in their development, with language learning used as an example. It argues that traditional language teaching methods, with their reliance on textbooks, teacher-led instruction, and a focus on grammar and vocabulary, can contribute to this plateau by overlooking individual student progress and personal development. The study examines how the school and classroom environment, including pedagogical approaches like creating a safe learning space, providing feedback, and incorporating peer assessment, can influence this phenomenon. Using language...

Family Education in Children's Homes in the Context of a Framework Analysis of School Educational Programmes

Alena Knotková, Adéla Marešová, Anna Adamů, Iveta Merglová

e-Pedagogium 2024, 24(4):33-44 | DOI: 10.5507/epd.2025.002  

The paper focuses on the topic of family education in children's homes in the context of a framework analysis of selected school educational programmes. Education for partnership and parenthood, also with regard to preparation for independent life, is a topic that needs to be addressed in both theoretical and practical terms. The paper defines the theoretical framework of the issue of children's homes and family education. The aim of this paper is to find out how family education is reflected in the school educational programmes of selected children's homes. A qualitative research inquiry was conducted through the technique of framework analysis. The...

Reimagining ESL Literature Instruction: A Harry Potter Case Study in Film and Text Integration

Libor Prágr

e-Pedagogium 2024, 24(4):45-54 | DOI: 10.5507/epd.2025.005  

The integration of literature into English as a Second Language (ESL) education has long been recognized for its benefits in providing authentic language exposure, fostering cultural awareness, and developing critical thinking skills. However, traditional literary instruction often struggles to maintain student engagement, particularly in multimedia-oriented learning environments. This study examines how visual storytelling, particularly film adaptations, can enhance the effectiveness of literary education in ESL by overcoming language barriers, providing contextual support, and promoting deeper narrative comprehension. As a case study, the popular...