The use of ICT in primary school

This bachelor thesis analyzes the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the educational process at a selected primary school. The main objective of the research is to evaluate the actual state, effectiveness, and satisfaction with the implementation of digital tools from the perspective of both pupils and teachers, and subsequently to formulate specific recommendations for optimizing school practice. The research was conducted using a mixed-methods design, combining a quantitative questionnaire survey (among 6th and 7th-grade pupils and teachers), qualitative semi-structured interviews, and the author's own participant observation. The results show that ICT, particularly gamification, demonstrably increases pupils' motivation to learn, although it also brings specific didactic challenges. The analysis further revealed that teachers proactively use innovative tools (including generative artificial intelligence) for their own lesson preparation. However, integration of advanced hardware available at the school (virtual reality, 3D printers) is hindered by the absence of systemic methodological and technical support. In conclusion, the thesis proposes concrete steps to overcome these barriers, including modifying the internal professional development system for teachers and conceptually anchoring modern trends directly into the School Educational Programme.