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International Teaching Week

We are excited to announce that the 26th International Teaching Week (ITW) will take place again this November! Stay tuned as we will be sharing more details about this year’s topics and participants soon.
We look forward to welcoming everyone and making this edition another great success!

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Teachers and their topics

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About ITW

Our International Teaching Week (ITW) is a small teaching event with a big impact. During this week, 8–12 incoming guest speakers give lectures or practical sessions for about 500 students in total, counting mostly home students but also the international ones. The ITW guarantees realization of at least 8 teaching hours (usually in 4 teaching units, each of them for a group up to 25 students) per each participating teacher.

The ITW is held twice an academic year: November in autumn semester and April in spring semester. Language of instruction is English.

Participating guest speakers will not only teach, but also have a possibility (if interested) to visit the lectures of their ITW colleagues, to meet their Czech counterparts form the same area of expertise, to network and discuss prospective research and project topics of common interest. Aside from that, they will visit our modern application centre BALUO, experience welcome dinner in a traditional Czech pub and discover beauties of our wonderful historical city Olomouc.

The ITW was developed as a tool of "internationalization at home" and as a motivational feature of English language classes. Once in a semester, students of Bachelor’s degree have, instead of their regular English language class, a lecture/seminar/workshop/class in gym with an international, English speaking teacher. This is the core of the ITW but classes of the ITW teachers are also included in other courses related to their field of expertise according to the teaching topics they offer.

Realization of the ITW is based on support of the Erasmus+ programme. Teachers wishing to participate are kindly recommended to ask at their home institution for the possibility of getting an Erasmus+ grant for teaching mobility. For this purpose your institution needs to have Erasmus+ Bilateral Agreement with Palacký University Olomouc.

We welcome also colleagues for Erasmus+ staff training. The ITW friendly environment offers young academics opportunity to get their first experience in teaching abroad. These young academics can prepare just one teaching topic and repeat it four or five times for different groups of students. To realize staff training, the Erasmus+ Bilateral Agreement is not needed.

Good command in English (at least B2 according to CEFR for non-native speakers) is essential to be accepted as our ITW teacher.

If you wish to participate or get more information, please contact Jitka Martincová (jitka.martincova@upol.cz).

We would like to draw your attention to the fact that a photographic and audio-visual record for reporting purposes of Palacký University Olomouc may be made and subsequently published. A person taking a photo or recording a video for Palacký University Olomouc will be clearly marked and you can get more information from them or ask them not to be captured on the record. You can also inform them any time later.

We look forward to meeting you and experiencing your teaching in Olomouc :-)

Short videos from previous ITW

Reviews

April 2025

Janita Frantsi (Canada)
“Thank you for the greatest week – I am beyond grateful and so blessed to have been invited and so warmly welcomed here in the beautiful Olomouc. What you do here and who you are is something truly special! The whole concept of this International Dancing Week is so special and does great things for the discipline of dance from so many different perspectives. (…) This week was such a wonderful experience, both professionally and personally.”

Shira Robbins (Israel)
„I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the extraordinary hospitability during the recent dance conference. The organization and hosting were beyond our expectations. More than anything, the humanity, warmth and love in welcoming us will stay with us as we return to Israel. (…) I was deeply moved by how you took an idea, a vision, and turned it into something real and practical, capable of influencing and touching the hearts of so many.“
 

Sharon Phelan (Ireland)
“Thank you all for a wonderful week from many perspectives. The most important is the way you made me feel so welcome and so well appreciated. The teaching experience was wonderful and Irish dance became a popular dance form due to the interest of your fun, supportive and receptive students!”

Cerasela Domokos (Romania)
“Thank you for an incredible International Dancing Week! Your dedication, professionalism and kindness made this experience truly special. I appreciate all the effort you put into creating such an engaging and enriching environment.”

Marta Bobo Arce (Spain)
“This week meant a lot to me because of the good work, the high level of the lectures and classes, the opportunity to meet colleagues from great universities, but most importantly — amazing people and friends. Thank you for everything!”

Kristýna Janečková (Czech Republic)
“I am so thankful I was part of this wonderful event and I am happy we could share the love and unity through DANCE! More events like this!”

Previous ITWs

ITW has a long tradition at the Faculty of Physical Culture, which has in the framework of this event hosted over 80 international guest teachers from all around the world. Check out the details of previous ITWs, including gallery, timetables and the teachers’ profiles.

25th ITW

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24th ITW

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23rd ITW

We are excited to announce that the 23rd International Teaching Week (ITW) will be held at the Faculty of Physical Culture from 8th to 12th April 2024!

Teachers and their topics

22nd ITW

ITW Schedule
TW List of Topics

Teachers and their topics

21st ITW

17th to 21st April 2023

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Teachers and their topics

Orly Kayam, Academic College Levinsky-Wingate, Israel
Itai Har-Nir, Academic College Levinsky-Wingate, Israel
Michael Pratt, University of California San Diego, USA
Ainhoa Bores Arce, European University of the Atlantic, Spain
Adrian Rodriguez García, European University of the Atlantic, Spain
Milla Reponen, Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Lars Bojsen Michalsik, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark
Aneta Demidas, Wroclaw University of Health and Sport Sciences, Poland
Simona Fagaras, “George Emil Palade” University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Science and Technology of Targu Mures, Romania
Peter Gelius, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität, Germany
Rasoul Yaali, Kharazmi University, Iran

20th ITW

7th to 11th November 2022

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Teachers and their topics

Reza Abdollahipour, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic/Iran
Peter Bukhala, Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology, Kenya
Andy Hunt, University of Lincoln, UK
Magdalena Kwiek, Pedagogical University of Krakow, Poland
Magdalena Lelonek, Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, Poland
Arash Mirifar, Technical University of Munich, Germany/Iran and Leibniz University Hannover, Germany/Iran
Jeffrey Pagaduan, Palacký University Olomouc, Philippines
Michael Pratt, University of California San Diego, USA and Palacký University Olomouc
Laura Victoria Rivera Amézquita, Universidad del Rosario, Columbia and Palacký University Olomouc
Shira Robbins, Levinsky-Wingate Academic Centre, Israel
Sarit Shalev, Levinsky-Wingate Academic Centre, Israel

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19th ITW

April 4th to 8th 2022

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Michael Pratt, University of California San Diego, USA
Nikolas Dickerson, University of Lincoln, UK
Jeffrey Pagaduan, Palacký University Olomouc (Philippines)
Dorota Groffik, Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland
Nigel Green, International Physical Literacy Association; North Western Countries Physical Education Association, UK
Uroš Marušič, Alma Mater Europea University, Science and Research Centre Koper, Slovenia
Cristina López Villar, University of A Coruña, Spain
Philip Halpert, The Academic College At Wingate, Israel
Alan Ringland, Munster Technological University, Ireland

18th ITW

November 8th to 12th 2021

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Kwok Ng, University of Eastern Finland, Finland
Jorge Mota, University of Porto, Portugal (Download presentation)
Nenad Stojiljković, University of Niš, Serbia (Download presentation)
Pierre Jallow, WeBridge Oy, Remode Oy, HNMKY; Finland
Ulrich Gunter, Modul University Vienna, Austria
Sunwoo Lee, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech republic/ South Korea
Reza Abdollahipour, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech republic/ Iran
Simona Šafaříková, Palacký University Olomouc, Faculty of Science, Czech republic

17th ITW - ONLINE

May 2021

Teachers and their topics

Nancy Spencer-Cavaliere, University of Alberta, Canada:
Unfinished: Inclusion in Adapted Physical Activity

John Spence, University of Alberta, Canada:
An Evolutionary Perspective on Physical Activity and Inactivity

Sharon Tsuk, Academic College at Wingate, Israel:
Physical Activity for Patients after Stroke Part one & Part two

Bojan Mašanović, University of Montenegro, Montenegro:
Application of Advanced Information Technologies in the Field of Sport Sciences

Dragan Radovanović, University of Niš, Serbia:
Physiotherapy in Prevention and Rehabilitation of Ski Injuries

Milovan Ljubojević, University of Montenegro, Montenegro:
Specific Methods in Developing Basketball Players in Montenegro

Danilo Bojanić, University of Montenegro, Montenegro:
Morphological Characteristics and Body Composition of Elite Volleyball Players

Hossein Akbari Yazdi, Khazarmi University Tehran, Iran:
Barriers of Successful Implementation of Strategic Plans in Sport Organizations

Rasoul Yaali, Khazarmi University Tehran, Iran:
Teaching Creativity in Sport

Ali Abbasi, Khazarmi University Tehran, Iran:
The Effect of Menstrual Cycle on Lower Extremity Coordination Variability during Roundhouse Kick in Female Taekwondo Players

16th ITW - ONLINE

December 2020

Teachers and their topics

Amber Mosewich, University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada:
Athlete Coping and Development During COVID-19

Cora Burnett. University of Johannesburg, South Africa:
Gender in Sport Through a Lens of Human Justice

James Richards, University of Central Lancashire, UK:
Understanding Clinical Subgroups and Targeted Treatments for People with Patellofemoral Pain

Michael Pratt, University of California San Diego, USA:
The Challenge of Implementing Physical Activity Policies and Guidelines

Sandra Mandic, Auckland University of Technology in Auckland, New Zealand:
Setting up and Running a Research Project: A Look Behind the Scene

Marija Rakovac, University of Zagreb, Croatia:
Determinants of Thermoregulatory Responses During Physical Activity

Mojtaba Kaviani, Acadia University, Canada:
Nutrition, Physical Activity and Sleep during Pandemic

Jo Roberts, Wilderness Foundation, UK:
Introduction to Wilderness Therapy: Theory and Practice

Miriam Palomo Nieto, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain:
Clumsiness and Motor Competence: How Can We Deal With These Children in PE Lessons?

Shira Robbins, Wingate College, Israel:
Advertising and The Brain Chemicals

15th ITW

November 4th–8th 2019

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Teachers and their topics

Manuel A. Janeira, University of Porto, Portugal
Gord Inglis, Camosun College, Canada
Sigalit Dasa, The Academic College at Wingate, Israel
Anat Farkas, The Academic College at Wingate, Israel
Ratko Stanković, University of Niš, Serbia
Saša Milenković, University of Niš, Serbia
Donald Roberson, Palacký University/University of Georgia, Czech Republic/USA
Ali Abbasi, Khrazmi University of Teheran, Iran
Faezeh Pakravan, Khrazmi University of Teheran, Iran

14th ITW

April 1st–5th 2019

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Teachers and their topics

Araki Tatsuo, Nippon Sport Science University, Japan
Faezeh Pakravan, Kharazmi University of Tehran, Iran
Chalak Majidi, Kharazmi University Tehran, Iran
Shahab Parvinpour, Kharazmi University Tehran, Iran
Fiona Ling, Northumbria University, UK
Katherine Baker, Northumbria University, UK
Thomas Jones, Northumbria University, UK
Slawomir Winiarski, University School of Physical Education in Wrocław, Poland
Nemanja Stankovic, University of Niš, Serbia
Petar Mitić, University of Niš, Serbia
Noa Choresh, The Academic College at Wingate, Israel
Orly Kayam, The Academic College at Wingate, Israel

13th ITW

November 5th–9th 2018

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Teachers and their topics

Reza Abdollahipour (Iran), Palacký University Olomouc
Carolina Casado Robles, University of Granada, Spain
Suzete Chiviacowsky, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Brazil
William Land, University of Texas at San Antonio, USA
Chunyan Long, Beijing Sport University, China
Laura Victoria Rivera Amézquita, Del Rosario University, Colombia
Donald Roberson (USA), Palacký University Olomouc
Simona Šafaříková, Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
Qin Zhen, Beijing Sport University, China

12th ITW

April 9th–13th 2018

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Teachers and their topics

Ali Abbasi, Kharazmi University, Iran
Pia Simona Făgăraș, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Târgu Mures, Romania
Malgorzata Fortuna, Karkonosze College in Jelenia Góra, Poland
Farhad Ghadiri, Kharazmi University, Iran
Patricia Jackman, University of Lincoln, United Kingdom
Neda Khaledi, Kharazmi University, Iran
Malcolm MacLean, University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Haydn Morgan, University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Pezhman Motamedi, Kharazmi University, Iran
Franky Mulloy, University of Lincoln, United Kingdom
Donna Windard, University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

11th ITW

November 6th–10th 2017

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Teachers and their topics

Reza Abdollahipour (Iran), Palacký University Olomouc
Alex Carre, Centre for Sport and Exercise Education, Camosun College, Canada
Lenka Dušková, Faculty of Science, Palacký University Olomouc
Fan Gaosheng, Beijing Sport University, China
Sevim Güllü, Istanbul University, Turkey
Simona Šafaříková, Faculty of Science, Palacký University Olomouc
Gregory J. Welk, Iowa State University, College of Human Sciences, USA

10th ITW

April 3rd–7th 2017

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Teachers and their topics

Adela Badau, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tirgu Mures, Romania
Dana Badau, University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tirgu Mures, Romania
Marie Biermann, Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln, Germany
Cora Burnett, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Billy Graeff, Federal University of Rio Grande (FURG), Brasil
Debbie Hellerstein, Academic College at Wingate, Israel
Anastasyia Khomutova, University of Brighton, UK
Engela van der Klashorst, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Geoff Kohe, University of Worcester, UK
Yael Netz, Academic College at Wingate, Israel
Graham Spacey, University of Brighton, UK
Sima Zach, Academic College at Wingate, Israel

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9th ITW

November 7th–11th 2016

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Teachers and their topics

Marko Aleksandrovic
Lenka Dušková
Bojan Jorgic
Petar Mitic
Yael Netz
Marzena Pelczynska
Ignacio Ruiz Perez & Shaheera Ajmal
Dragan Radovanovic

8th ITW

April 8th–14th 2016

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Teachers and their topics

Justyna Cieplik: Railway Heritage Tourism – Polish and Czech Perspective
Jonathan Hughes: Monitoring Neuromuscular Performance in Team Sport Athletes; Neuromuscular Readiness to Perform in Fileld Based Sports
Jolanta Jablonkowska: Backpacking – A Comtemporary Form of Travel
Bilal Karakoc: Sport Ergonomics; Sport Marketing
Geoffery Kohe: Advertures in an Olympic State; Finding Unexpected Plaesure in Physical Activity Obsession: Geocaching, Healthy Lifestyles and Global Participatory Communities
Malcolm McLean: Developing Community Health & Physical Activity Interventions: What Are We Trying to Achieve?; Assessing Comunity Health & Physical Activity Interventions: How Do We Know They Work?
Kwok Ng: Using International Classification of Functioning (ICF) as a Part of Physical Activity Assessment
Ahmet Haktan Sivrikaya: Do You Know HEMSBALL?

7th ITW

November 2nd–6th 2015

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Teachers and their topics

Jeff J. Martin: Disability Sport and Exercise Psychology: From Paralympics to Physical Activity Participation
Mary-Grace de La Peña & Shaheera Ajmal: Reliability of Breathing Assessment and Chest Expansion Measurement in Children
Nuala O'Donovan: Irish Dancing
Eliza Souza: Forró: A Brazilian Dance
Ilse Hemmelmayr: Table Climbing
Reza Abdollahipour: Sport Tourism in Iran
Milena Vagaja: Inclusive Education in Serbia
Peter Rehor: Academic and Professional Opportunities in the US, Canada & Australia in Sport Science and P.E.
Donald N. Roberson, Jr.: Research in Leisure Time
Shuang Chen: Tai Chi

6th ITW

April 13th–17th 2015

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Teachers and their topics

Alessandra Maria Pinto Pereira (Spain)
Irem Uz (Turkey)
Nilay Arman (Turkey)

5th ITW

November 3rd–7th 2014

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4th ITW

April 7th–11th 2014

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3rd ITW

November 4th–8th 2013

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2nd ITW

April 15th–19th 2013

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1st ITW

November 5th–9th 2012

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