How to teach practical planning skills

By Dan Beech2023-02-22T07:00:00

A student planning a crystalisation experiment with lab equipment

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Being prepared is the best way for learners to successfully do practicals

Practical lessons in secondary school chemistry are difficult to do well. It is essential that they are planned in detail. In this article, a teacher shares their experience and approach to help students be able to plan and do practicals in the classroom. These steps will give learners the skills to get the best out of their practicals and better prepare them for exams.

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