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Lecturer(s)
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Course content
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The course consists primarily of a series of field excursions to important bird sites in Moravia and Silesia. During these excursions, students will learn to identify birds by their appearance, behaviour, and vocalisations, distinguish age and sex, recognize moult and plumage characteristics, and become familiar with basic methods of field ornithological research, including bird surveys and field recording.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Observation, Demonstration, Analyzing and producing soundtrack, Listening
- Excursion
- 21 hours per semester
- Attendace
- 2 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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To introduce students to bird identification in the field and the basic methods used in field ornithological research.
Student should be able to (after attending the course): - Identify birds in the field using various characteristics. - Apply methods of ornithological research in the field.
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Prerequisites
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The course is open to all students interested in field ornithology, from beginners to advanced birdwatchers and ornithologists.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance, Final Report
Successful completion of the course requires attending at least three field excursions and keeping field notes, either in a paper notebook or using one of the available mobile applications. During the course, students will acquire basic bird identification skills and become familiar with fundamental methods of field ornithology. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars (preferably 8×42 or 10×42), suitable hiking boots, waterproof outdoor clothing, and sufficient funds to cover travel expenses.
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Recommended literature
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Cofta, T. (2022). Určování ptáků v letu, se zaměřením na evropské druhy pěvců, šplhavců a dalších. Plzeň.
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Hume, R. (2023). Ptáci - příručka k určování všech evropských druhů. Plzeň.
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Janda J. & Řepa P. Metody kvantitativního výzkumu v ornitologii.
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Shirihai, H. (2021). Pěvci Evropy, Blízkého východu a severní Afriky. Praha.
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Svensson L., Mullarney K. a Zetterström D. (2024). Ptáci Evropy, severní Afriky a Blízkého východu. 3. vydání. Plzeň.
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