Delve into the key concepts essential to understanding bonding and explore how to use models to describe and explain observable phenomena. Thanks to the discussion-based and trainer-led approach to this course, you’ll benefit from an open and informed conversation around the main ideas and difficulties that students encounter. You’ll also discover new ways to think about the best teaching sequence to aid your students’ understanding of chemical bonding.
Pre-16 courses
Learning objectives
Participants will learn about:
- the strengths and limitations of models used to teach structure and bonding
- diagnostic tools that can be used to identify common misconceptions held by students
- resources and practical activities to support the learning of structure and bonding
Learning outcomes
Participants will be able to:
- evaluate the models used to teach structure and bonding at pre-16 level
- consider the use of diagnostic tools to assess student understanding of structure and bonding
- develop student understanding of structure and bonding using a range of pedagogies in the classroom
Each course is tailored to specific needs, so objectives and outcomes may vary slightly from those given here.
Post-16 courses
Learning objectives
Participants will learn about:
- the strengths and limitations of models used to teach structure and bonding throughout secondary and post-16 education
- sequences of learning that support student understanding of chemical bonding
- common misconceptions and challenges faced by students when learning about structure
- resources and practical activities to support the learning of structure and bonding
Learning outcomes
Participants will be able to:
- evaluate the models used to teach structure and bonding at post-16 level
- describe different approaches to teaching structure and bonding and decide which best suits their students
- consider the use of diagnostic tools to assess student understanding of structure and bonding
- extend and develop student understanding of structure and bonding using a range of pedagogies in the classroom
Each course is tailored to specific needs, so objectives and outcomes may vary slightly from those given here.
