All Emotion and attitude articles
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OpinionDo I have a chemistry identity?
Nurture identity and confidence in class and help students see chemistry as theirs
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IdeasHow to build a culture of hard work in your classroom
Why hard work matters more than data – and how to make it happen
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FeaturePlayful learning improves outcomes
Discover why this approach engages secondary learners, supports their well-being and improves performance
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IdeasSuccessfully stop disruptive behaviour in its tracks
Use these tips to achieve subtle but effective behaviour management when students are pushing the boundaries
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IdeasHow to ensure students listen intently
Tried-and-tested strategies to get your students focused and learning
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IdeasImprove students’ recall with stories
Engage learners with science through stories – and improve their recall
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ResourceToxic socks: nanotechnology, ethics and society | 11–14 years
Use the example of nanotechnology in socks to introduce ethics in science with this structured practice debate
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FeatureManaging behaviour beyond the classroom
Use these simple tips outside class to engage students and ensure your lessons run smoothly in class
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IdeasCreating a culture of error
Use these 5 teacher-tested tips to help your students learn (and grow) from their mistakes
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FeatureThe challenges of managing behaviour in the chemistry lab
Take a look at the humorous side of everyday chemistry classroom shenanigans
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IdeasShould we let students write on tables?
Use this handy technique to effectively engage disinterested learners
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NewsDo our students suffer from chemophobia?
How your teaching can equip students to recognise and ward off misinformation
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ResourceJustice and injustice in chemistry: aspirin and other drugs | 16–18 years
Critical thinking and research task, reflecting on the science and societal views surrounding drugs and their development
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NewsUnderstanding why chemistry is important boosts results
Use simple interventions to help students work out the real-life reasons why it is important to study chemistry
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IdeasTie sustainable industry into your chemistry topics
Complement your teaching of reaction kinetics, catalysts and equilibrium with UN sustainable development goal 9
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IdeasSlot sustainable energy into your teaching
Useful tips and activities to link UN sustainable development goal 7 to your lessons on energy, hydrogen, sustainability and esterification
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FeatureHow to look after students’ well-being
Signs to look out for and how to help during the pandemic
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IdeasHow to successfully support disengaged learners
An effective three-stage strategy to motivate students as they return to the classroom