DidSci+ 2024 - Didactics of the Science

Invitation

Dear Colleagues,

on behalf of the Organizing Committee, we would like to invite you for the participation in the 12th International Conference on Research in Didactics of the Sciences, DidSci+ 2024, organized by Faculty of Science, University of Ostrava, Czechia. The conference will be held from June 25th to 27th 2024 in Ostrava, Czechia.

The conference is a continuation of a long-term cooperation among scientists and teachers sharing a scientific interest in STEM education.

We would like to offer places for various forms of presentation of your didactics work: plenary lectures, session lectures and posters. The main conference language is Czech, but also speeches in English, Polish, Slovak or Ukrainian languages are welcome.

We look forward to seeing you in Ostrava.

Yours sincerely,

Kateřina Trčková, Dana Kričfaluši, Roman Maršálek

Important information and dates

Information

The conference will focus on current issues in science education research, innovation and digital transformation of STEM education.

Themes

Results of didactic research
STEM education
Science education curriculum
AI in education

Dates

4. 5. 2024 - Registration and Abstract submition deadline
5. 5. 2024 - Notification of acceptance
25. 5. 2024 - Conference payment
10. 6. 2024 - Conference programme
25. 6. 2024 - Extended abstract submission
25. 7. 2024 - Review of proceedings contribution

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Registration and fee

Committee

International scientific committee

Head of the committee

Assoc. Prof. PaedDr. Dana Kričfaluši, CSc. (University of Ostrava, Ostrava, CZ)

Members

Prof. PhDr. Martin Bílek, Ph.D. (Charles University, Prague, CZ)

Prof. RNDr. Hana Čtrnáctová, CSc. (Charles University, Prague, CZ)

Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Mária Ganajová, CSc. (P. J. Šafárik University, Košice, SK

Assoc. Prof. PaedDr. Ján Gunčaga, PhD. (Comenius University, Bratislava, SK)

Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Jarmila Kmeťová, PhD., MBA. (UMB, Banská Bystrica, SK)

Assoc. Prof. Ing. Kateřina Kostolányová, Ph.D. (University of Ostrava, Ostrava, CZ)

Assoc. Prof. PaedDr. Katarína Kotuľáková, PhD. (Trnava University, Trnava, SK)

Assoc. Prof. Mgr. Małgorzata Nodzyńska, Ph.D. (Pedagogical University, Krakow, PL

Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Jana Škrabánková, Ph.D. (University of Ostrava, Ostrava, CZ)

Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Petr Šmejkal, Ph.D. (Charles University, Prague, CZ)

Organization committee

RNDr. Kateřina Trčková, Ph.D. (Contact →)

Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Roman Maršálek, Ph.D.(Contact →)

PhDr. RNDr. Martin Žáček, Ph.D. (Contact →)

Ing. Pavel Smolka, Ph.D. (Contact →)

Ing. Lucie Stašová (Contact →)

Conference proceedings of extended abstracts

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines for the DIDSCI+ Conference Proceedings

MS WORD

Basic step: Download Microsoft Word Template

Microsoft Word Template

LaTeX

Remark. We also have a LaTeX equivalent for the online OverLeaf LaTeX editor. Please feel free to contact us if you need it.

General info

Guidelines: The template includes all detailed instructions for preparing manuscripts. All extended abstracts must be prepared to abide by these guidelines. Well-prepared manuscripts will enable us to rapidly prepare the final version of the conference proceedings.
Important Points: Before you start writing, after the first opening, please look carefully at the final section entitled Summary: Important Points to Consider when Preparing Your Paper (at the end of the template).
Paper length: The paper's extended abstract should have a maximum length is 2 pages A4.
Poster size: A1 (600 x 847 mm), or B1 (707 × 1000 mm).

Reference and Final version

References: We choose the APA citation style, see examples in the template or at https://www.mendeley.com/guides/apa-citation-guide/.
Final version: After finishing your paper, send us (didsci@osu.cz with subject "Extended Abstract") your file as a Microsoft Word document *.docx.

Submit your extended abstract to e-mail

Schedule

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Registration and conference fee

The 1st step is a registration by "Registration form".

The 2nd step is a payment for conferences by "Conference fee".

Registration form

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Link on the registration

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Conference fee

The conference fee includes organizational costs, the conference proceedings, welcome banquet, conference lunches and coffee breaks, conference dinner, social program. The conference fee does not include accommodation costs.

Student

2 500 CZK

Pay fee

Academic staff

5 000 CZK

Pay fee

Accompanying person

4 000 CZK

(e.g. family, friend)

Pay fee

Venue

How To Get to Ostrava

Ostrava, strategically located in the northeast of the Czech Republic, is the country's third-largest city and a significant industrial and cultural hub. Known for its rich history in coal mining and metallurgy, the city has been transforming in recent years, increasingly becoming a centre for education, science, and innovation.

In this spirit, a landmark conference will take place in Ostrava, hosted in the new and modernly equipped Campus of the University of Ostrava. This event represents a significant opportunity for the academic and professional community to come together, share knowledge, and forge new partnerships. The conference will feature a wide range of lectures, workshops, and panel discussions, covering the latest trends and research in didactics of science. This event is ideal for anyone interested in the latest developments in didactics, offering a unique opportunity to expand professional horizons and establish new connections.

Address

Campus of the University of Ostrava
Moravská Ostrava 3397
Ostrava 702 00

Map link here

By Plane

Leoš Janáček Airport is located next to Ostrava. You can use a train or bus from the airport.

Airport Ostrava →

By Car

You can drive directly to the campus of the University of Ostrava. Parking is possible only in the paid parking lot.

Map link here →

By Tram

You can get there by public transport, Výstaviště stop, then 2 minutes walk from the stop.

Book Tickets →

By Train

You can take the train here to the Hlavní nádraží or Svinov mosty, then by tram and walk.

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Accommodations

There are several hotels in the vicinity of the center of Ostrava and the Campus of the University of Ostrava.