RT Journal Article SR Electronic A1 AŽALTOVIČOVÁ, Michaela A1 TOMKOVÁ, Viera T1 FACTORS INFLUENCING INCREASING INTEREST IN TECHNICAL EDUCATION JF Journal of Technology and Information Education YR 2020 VO 11 IS 2 DO 10.5507/jtie.2019.012 UL https://jtie.upol.cz/artkey/jti-201902-0006.php AB The paper reflects the partial results of the inquiry focused on the pupils of primary schools and the factors that influence their interest in technical education. Despite the high demand from employers for technically skilled graduates of secondary vocational schools and universities, the interest of pupils in technical professions and technical education continues to decline. This is despite the research that shows that science perceives science (natural science) and technology positively because it realizes that science and technology make their lives more comfortable and easier.