All RSC Education articles in Education in Chemistry – March 2024
Magnify the wonders of chemistry for your students with cutting-edge forensic science, ways to use video in class, tips for using ChatGPT, and much more …-
IdeasBegin early for effective revision
How a low-pressure support session can help your learners effectively prepare for exams
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In my classroomA rare look inside a small island school: Castlebay Community School
Three science teachers share their stories about the challenges and joys of teaching on an island
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NewsBoost maths skills to improve chemistry learning
Use these evidence-based tips to help your learners get ahead with chemical calculations
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CPD articleHow to teach chemistry through electrostatics at post-16
Highlight the importance of charge and polarity in chemistry with these classroom ideas and activities
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Ideas5 ways to teach atomic structure at 14–16
Secure your learners’ understanding of this core topic with these teacher-tested strategies
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NewsTropical birds bear brunt of gold mining impact
Birds pay the environmental price for metal extraction
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FeatureThe science classroom of the future
AI is revolutionising the world and your classroom – what will your teaching space look like in 2044?
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ArticleHow does washing detergent work?
Discover the chemistry behind bright whites and clean coloured clothes, and the differences between washing powders, liquids and pods
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FeatureLife cycle assessment of fast-food containers
Examining the environmental impact of single-use takeaway packaging
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CPD articleHow to teach atmospheric chemistry at 14–16
Use these guiding questions to guarantee student understanding of this tricky topic
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IdeasReduce your workload with ChatGPT
Use these tried-and-tested tips to save time and boost your teaching practice
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NewsHigh levels of nanoplastics found in bottled water
Unbottle the truth of what’s inside your drinking water
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FeatureBuild successful lesson plans using AI
Discover how AI can empower you to become a better teacher
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OpinionWhy I don’t use video to explain chemistry concepts
Discover Adam Boxer’s reasons for favouring a teacher’s explanation over a video
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Exhibition chemistryDemonstrate concentration and density with a transition metal colloid cell
Boost 11–14 learners’ understanding of diffusion and transition metal chemistry
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News3 ways to boost knowledge transfer and retention
Apply these evidence-informed cognitive processes to ensure your learners get ahead
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FeatureCrime-busting chemical analysis
From dog detectives to AI, discover the cutting-edge advances in forensic science
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OpinionWhy I use video to teach chemistry concepts
Helen Rogerson shares why and when videos are useful in the chemistry classroom
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OpinionHow do you feel about working in science education?
Tell us what it’s like by taking part in the Science teaching survey, and we can improve our support for you
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NewsUsing polluting red mud for greener metal production
Transforming toxic mud into iron in a breakthrough for steelmaking sustainability