Abstract
The paper presents the key outcomes of the project "Conception and verification of the model of the new clinical school in undergraduate teacher preparation". The introductory part is dedicated to the concept of clinical school and clinical teaching practice in a broader context of the current trends in teacher preparation.
Emphases is given to the clarification of the key concepts - model of reflective teacher education, clinically-based teacher preparation/education, clinical school, clinical experiences. The second part reflects the outcomes of verification of the new forms of clinical practice and related courses.
Particular attention is given to the benefits of these innovative methods from the point of view of elementary and university teachers as well as from the perspective of participating students. The final part presents some examples of best practice - innovative activities that determine the characteristic of the clinical school as a higher form of cooperation between universities and schools in the process of teacher preparation.