Rozvoj ekonomického myšlení pomocí ekonomických her u žáků středních škol

Aims: The aim of this work was gain an insight in the way of thinking of high schools students, to specify activating methods, especially games and then apply the theoretical knowledge in a custom-designed economic board game. This game was then verified at high schools. There were used questionnaires and interviews for verification. Theoretical concepts: The content is focused on cognitive psychology, with a particular focus on cognitive processes. Further it is focused on Economic Education of high school students and activating methods. The game and its importance for students are very detailed characterized. Finally part of theoretical concepts is focused on the teacher's work during the game. Results: Due to the qualitative orientation of research study results cannot be generalized. It was determined that designed economic game is accepted by students very positively. It was also established that the designed game contributes to the development of economic thinking of students, encourages the entrepreneurship in students, develops their cognitive processes, and that the game can help students in future decisions regarding the labor market.