All Literacy articles – Page 3
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IdeasDebate in the chemistry class
Cross-disciplinary discussion supports critical thinking and reasoning skills
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FeatureTeaching challenging vocabulary
Explore, explain and use vocabulary to consolidate its meaning with your students
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AnalysisHow preterm birth can affect learning
Children born prematurely may need different types of support when developing key skills in maths and science
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IdeasBringing cutting-edge chemistry to the classroom
How to use the latest scientific developments to inspire your class
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NewsUsing chemistry articles to promote scientific literacy in the classroom
Research shows how context supports student understanding
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FeatureKnowing words’ origins helps students unravel chemistry
Teach the origins of chemical vocabulary
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ResourceInteractive lab primer
Cover core safety information, skills and apparatus with this visual aid to common laboratory techniques
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NewsPoor literacy skills hold disadvantaged students back in science
Reading skills are crucial for closing the attainment gap according to a new report
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FeatureKnow your poison: the festival chemical safety net
How analytical chemistry helps reduce the harms of drug use
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ResourceColourful food: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to colours in food with this short podcast.
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ResourceSensational states: kitchen science podcasts
Introduce your students to changes of state with this short podcast.
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FeatureMaking chemical language easy
Ann Marie Farrell and Michael Seery consider how to meet students’ language and literacy needs within chemistry
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FeatureThe stories behind the words
Simon Rees reveals the origins of some chemical terms and what they can mean for students
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ResourceThe interactive lab primer - abbreviations, constants and glossary
This resource from the interactive lab primer highlights the vocabulary and standards most commonly used in university and research chemistry laboratories.
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FeatureDesigning skilful chemists
David Smith discusses the importance of employability skills for chemists
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