Nauczyciel edukacji biologicznej epoki cyfrowej

Abstract

The primary aim of this paper is to recognize possibilities of achieving an essential change in the education and improvement of biology teachers to meet the challenges of the digital epoch. The major issue was specified as follows: What kind of a biology teacher is needed for education in the digital epoch school? Main outcomes let us pursue modernity of biological education, define key competencies of a biology teacher required in the digital epoch and underline the necessity of teaching with use of the Internet resources in biology education so as to solve difficult biological and ecological issues. The priorities involve increasing students’ motivation to learn biology, promoting their self-improvement, critical thinking and creativity. Further, students are encouraged to communicate in a biological language and to cooperate successfully during team work.