Improve students’ recall with stories

By David Hutchings2023-08-02T07:00:00

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Engage learners with science through stories – and improve their recall

Using stories in science lessons both engages students and makes science more relatable. Sharing historical anecdotes and scientific discoveries, and linking them to curriculum topics, from electrochemical cells to atomic structure and more, can give students a deeper understanding of the science context. Human stories and scientific concepts can foster a deeper appreciation for science and may even inspire some students to pursue the subject further. Use this article to enrich your teaching with stories and, inevitably, your students’ appreciation for chemistry.

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