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Our free support for you in the classroom is structured around these four themes. Teach Chemistry membership includes online quizzes to bridge the knowledge gap and develop your students' practical skills; termly regional newsletters to help you hear about enrichment opportunities; local events organised by our education coordinators; and much more.
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Upcoming events
Make and take microscale chemistry – South Wales
Tuesday 11 March, 9.30am–3.00pm GMT, The College Merthyr
Make and take microscale chemistry – North Wales
Friday 14 March 2025, 9.30am–3pm GMT, Bangor University
Using AI in the chemistry classroom
Monday 20 January, 4–5pm GMT, online
Make and take microscale chemistry – South Wales
Tuesday 11 March, 9.30am–3.00pm GMT, The College Merthyr
Make and take microscale chemistry – North Wales
Friday 14 March 2025, 9.30am–3pm GMT, Bangor University
Using AI in the chemistry classroom
Monday 20 January, 4–5pm GMT, online
