Teaching alcohols at 14–16

By Dorothy Warren2025-11-20T08:09:00

The chemical structures and 3d models of methanol, ethanol and the two forms of both propanol and butanol

Source: Royal Society of Chemistry

Help students understand alcohols and their reactions

Discover practical strategies to teach alcohols to 14–16 year-old students. Explore how to explain key concepts like functional groups, homologous series and isomerism, tackle common misconceptions and bring lessons to life with demonstrations and hands-on activities. Help learners build a strong foundation for post-16 organic chemistry through clear explanations and classroom-ready resources.

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