Master behaviour management in the chemistry lab 

Classroom and behaviour management can be one of the most challenging aspects of teaching. No class is the same, so just when feel you’ve mastered it, a new intake arrives. And teaching in a chemistry lab, with all its hazards and trinkets, adds another layer of complexity.

That’s why Education in Chemistry is publishing a series of articles looking at classroom management in the unique context of teaching in science labs, with a focus on the Education Endowment Foundation’s recommendations for improving behaviour. So, whether you’re new to the game or a veteran, this series will present you with all you need to help reinvigorate your classroom practice.

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The most challenging areas of chemistry education – covered 

Discover the Advances in Chemistry Education book series 

Improve your understanding of daunting topics with our three new titles. The Advances in Chemistry Education series provides analysis, discussion and guidance to help you develop your lesson strategies and enhance the effectiveness of your department.

  • The Nature of the Chemical Concept: Re-constructing Chemical Knowledge in Teaching and Learning offers a step-by-step analysis and discussion of just why some students find chemistry difficult – and gives you the guidance to respond to those teaching challenges.
  • Professional Development of Chemistry Teachers: Theory and Practice gives you a strong understanding of teachers’ roles in effective chemistry education and the importance of professional development.
  • Argumentation in Chemistry Education: Research Policy and Practice uses state-of-the-art research and a balanced perspective to show how argumentation can be taught, and how you can help students to develop the skill as a scientific habit of mind.

All three are written by experts in their fields, and available to purchase from 29 June.

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Take charge for a brighter energy future! 

Sustainability commitments to captivate your classroom 

Have you taken part in the RSC’s global battery experiment yet? The website is packed with ideas for ways that you can get involved in saving energy and working towards a brighter energy future for our planet.

There’s a range of commitments that your students can sign up to – for example, they could become energy savers by committing to turning off lights and devices, smart travellers by cycling to school or low-waste heroes by recycling batteries and repairing damaged tech. There’s even a place where you and your students can contribute your own energy-saving ideas.

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