Innovative Way of Learning Basic Language of Chemistry
Keywords:
Valency, Symbols of Elements, Chemical Formulae, Toy Pedagogy, Visually Impaired, Secondary StageAbstract
The symbols of elements, valency and chemical formulae are usually placed in the syllabus of science at the secondary stage in India. It has been observed that students find learning of symbols of elements, their valency and chemical formulae not only difficult but dry and abstract.As a result, students try to memorise them without any interest. Therefore, it becomes a challenge for the teachers to transact these abstract concepts in an interesting way. This research paper focuses on innovative way of making basic language of chemistry interesting and retaining joy of learning among students by allowing them to experience the minds-on, hands-on learning that nurtures their creativity and imagination.
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