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Jan Činčera is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Arts, University of Trnava, specializing in environmental education and sustainable development. Previously, he served as Assistant Professor at Masaryk University Brno (2013–present at time of documentation) and Technical University of Liberec (2002–2015), where he established the Leisure Pedagogy program and served as Deputy Department Head.
His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Information Science (2001) and PhDr. (2002) from Charles University Prague, complemented by specialized training in Earth Education (2008) and Systemic Thinking (1993). His educational foundation spans teaching qualifications (1994), Information Studies (1996), and Library Science.
Činčera's research pioneers the integration of emancipatory and instrumental approaches in environmental education, emphasizing experiential learning through games and nature-based activities. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implementation in ecological education centers, focusing on developing effective strategies for sustainability education across formal and non-formal settings. He has significantly contributed to global education methodologies and civil society engagement through innovative pedagogical tools.
His publication portfolio reveals a consistent trajectory toward practical application of environmental education theory, with 2013 monographs addressing the critical gap between theoretical frameworks and operational implementation in ecological centers. The recurring emphasis on game-based learning and teacher training demonstrates his commitment to accessible, engaging educational methodologies that foster systemic environmental awareness.
As an academic advisor, Činčera has supervised 47 bachelor's theses (36 defended) and 2 diploma theses at Technical University of Liberec, while serving as PhD consultant at Charles University and Masaryk University. His leadership extended to establishing Leisure Pedagogy as an academic field and developing accreditation materials for pedagogical studies.
Throughout his career, he has coordinated environmental education initiatives including Brontosaurus Prague's nature programs and BEZK's educational projects, demonstrating sustained commitment to translating academic research into community-based environmental action through experiential methodologies.
