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Nowadays it is hard to imagine life without smartphones, however, their significance and role in classes have not been determined. The integration of smartphones in classes is often deemed undesirable or it is even forbidden, although modern smartphones incorporate the functionalities of many devices, which are otherwise an integral part of teaching, in one device. One of the possible reasons for not integrating smartphones in science classes is the lack of appropriate didactic examples. We therefore selected verified examples of laboratory exercises, where smartphones could be included in the laboratory and field work of science subjects as a measuring device. For this purpose, we adapted the existing computer assisted laboratory exercises and carried them out by using smartphones and their integrated meters. We used two smartphone models, the LG G8S ThinkQ and the Sony Xperia X Compact, and the apps Phyphox and ColorMeter to carry out different exercises that could be performed in classes or independently by pupils at home. In the Master’s thesis we presented in detail the following five exercises: the cell structure, the characteristics of living organisms, the effect of alcohol on cell membranes, the functioning of catalysts, and field work. We concluded that performing exercises in this way could improve science classes in elementary schools and, due to the pervasiveness of these devices, make science subjects more appealing to pupils. Thus, we could encourage pupils to apply what they learn in school to problem solving throughout their life. With smartphones it is possible to automatically record measured data and results are written or drawn on the display on a real time basis, which allows us to monitor quick and very slow changes. From the teacher’s standpoint, this could allow them to engage pupils, while simultaneously achieving higher goals in education, whereas from the pupil’s standpoint, it could increase the durability and quality of their knowledge. While being more cost-effective and rationalising the required equipment, teachers could further strengthen the links between science subjects, as well as the pupils’ ability to solve complex problems. |