All Ideas articles – Page 6
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IdeasBuilding effective schemes of work
Use these four tips to focus on what really matters when developing a curriculum
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IdeasTake a microscale approach to electrochemical cells
How you can use Petri dish galvanic cells to support learning about electricity
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IdeasHow to harness social media to teach the development of the periodic table
Help students understand how scientific ideas are developed by creating social media posts from historic scientists
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IdeasModelling ionic bonds with plasticine
Mould your students’ understanding of ionic bond formation and overcome misconceptions
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IdeasThe fast guide to microscale practical work
Every chemistry teacher’s must-have guide to this no-fuss method for practical work
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IdeasEscape the classroom: and try microscale chemistry
Escape room puzzles based on simple microscale reactions for students
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IdeasEmpower learners to own their success
Foster questioning and analytical thinking in the classroom
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IdeasTeach electrochemical cells using number grids
Make explaining electrochemical cells and calculating potentials simple with number grids
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IdeasShould we let students write on tables?
Use this handy technique to effectively engage disinterested learners
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IdeasEveryday neutralisation myths busted
Give real-world relevance to neutralisation reactions by testing the basicity of toothpastes
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IdeasGrowing decision trees
Use this essential learning aid to help students solve complex chemistry problems
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IdeasHow to use textbooks effectively
6 teacher-tested strategies for successful book learning in the classroom
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IdeasHow to succeed as a new science teacher
Four fab hacks to help you thrive in your first years of teaching science
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IdeasHow to solve a murder
Combine chemical analysis and practical activities to crack a crime and engage younger students
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IdeasTeach complex concepts easily with paper prompts
How folding paper is a successful learning tool for complex topics
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Ideas5 effective ways to teach balancing equations
Tried-and-tested approaches to build student skills and confidence
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IdeasWhen things go wrong in the classroom, a video can help
Practical demo gone wrong in the chemistry lab? Here’s how to save the day
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IdeasReuse remote teaching resources
During lockdown, teachers worked so hard to create engaging remote resources. Now that we’re back in class, let’s continue using these to enhance teaching and learning
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IdeasTeach justice and cooperation through chemistry
Link forensic science and the Covid-19 pandemic to your lessons on instrumental analysis, separation techniques, data interpretation and health with UN sustainable development goals 16 and 17