Analysis of Selected Programs from the Event Calendar of National Gallery in Prague with a Focus on Education of Children and Youth

The aim of this bachelor thesis is to analyze activities organized by the Education Department of National Gallery in Prague with a focus on education of children and youth. It is this very age group that represents future visitors and it is specifically needed to foster their relationship with the institution and art in general. The introduction provides the reader with basic terminology and forms of schooling that the museum education is invested in. Specific aspects of education of children and youth are described next. The practical part provides an analysis of the education program offered to schools. Formerly introduced knowledge is demonstrated on two (individually selected and visited by the author) programs. The conclusion of the thesis lays down suggestions for future development of museum-related, pedagogical activities run by the selected institution