Aktivita a tvořivost v Maňákově pojetí a jeho pedagogické činnosti

This paper aims to introduce Maňák’s approach to activity and creativity and describe how this approach is reflected in his educational practice. The first part characterizes his approach, the second part explores its roots, and the third part tries to identify it in his educational practice. The qualitative analysis can be summarized in several points. The core of Maňák’s approach is the following triad: activity – independence – creativity. Based on his research, Maňák formulates the principle of gradual development of activity, independence and creativity, and posits that this process should respect the individual abilities of the pupils. The roots of Maňák’s approach lie in the time when he was a pupil himself and in his theoretical, research, and teaching activities. It is reflected in his educational practice, which is based on his tacit educational knowledge and experience.