‘Just have a go’

A female teacher talks with a group of students at a table in their classroom, while two of the students make notes

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Hear from one head of chemistry about how they use the Chemistry Olympiad to motivate students, and why sometimes a less intensive approach to the competition can work.

In this case study, Karen, a head of chemistry, reflects on her experience of the Olympiad to discuss what gets students motivated, and how even without extensive preparation the competition can give students an exciting taste of chemistry beyond the curriculum.

Image is representative only and does not depict the teacher interviewed, their school or its students.

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