3 ways to consolidate understanding and build exam confidence at 14–16

By Kate Comisso2024-10-23T06:56:00

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How connecting chemistry topics will cement prior learning and provide a solid foundation for new content

Chemistry teachers are familiar with the constant dilemma of splitting precious class time between consolidating past content and covering the full, sprawling syllabus. Along the way, learners must be prepared for the exams themselves, when they must be able to swiftly switch between different topics. So how can teachers achieve it all? One chemistry teacher suggests it’s about identifying common threads that weave through the course and using them to make connections between topics.

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