Fieldwork in teaching biology

Abstract

Fieldwork in teaching natural subjects, including biology, is an important element in shaping the skills and attitudes of young people. Therefore, in Poland, in the core curriculum for teaching biology, there is an obligation for biology teachers to conduct "fieldwork education". On the other hand, numerous limitations, including time, organizational and legal difficulties make it difficult for teachers to fulfill this obligation. The article presents the results of research of biology teachers regarding their opinions on fieldwork. It was analyzed how respondents assessed the expected effectiveness of fieldwork, defined their ability and willingness to conduct such activities, and determined what external factors influenced their motivation to conduct such activities.