Classroom questions: advice for new teachers

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Experts answer questions about planning, pandemics and practicals from trainee, newly qualified and early career teachers

In this question and answer series, trainee and early career teachers share their questions and concerns about teaching science and receive expert advice from experienced teachers, providing support and advice for those at the start of their career. These first few questions focus on staying safe while teaching chemistry during Covid-19, how to plan and prepare for lessons, and where a career in chemistry teaching can lead.

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