A two-day capacity-building workshop on Chemistry was organised by CBSE at Green Fields School, Safdarjung Enclave on December 15 and 16, 2023. The workshop was facilitated by Dr Reetika Bhandari, HOD of Department Chemistry at GHPS.
The session commenced with a discussion on the mental health of students, emphasising the role of teachers in facilitating Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL). Dr Bhandari encouraged the teachers present to build bonds and a level of trust with students through discussions and small talk.
An activity was conducted where participants formed groups to analyse various situations related to teaching chemistry, promoting discussion and problem-solving. Another activity involved groups giving presentations on different Chemistry-related fields, focusing on student interests, eligibility criteria, and relevant colleges.
Dr Bhandari emphasised the importance of Competency, highlighting its three criteria: Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude/Behaviour
On Day 2, the session began with a video titled ‘A Day without Chemistry,’ aimed at emphasising the importance of Chemistry in daily life. The objective was to inspire teachers to incorporate such visuals into their classes to make the subject easy to relate to. The use of the CBSE Sample Paper for Chemistry Cclass XII was employed to stress the importance of assessment based on core concepts, higher-order/foundational concepts, and measuring competencies.
The session delved into pedagogy based on the Flipped Classroom model, which is a form of experiential learning. The discussion included the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools to enhance student interest in the subject. Emphasis was placed on the use of micro kits for experimentation, aligning with sustainable goals by reducing chemical wastage and contributing to pollution control.
One of the activities demonstrated how dramatics can be effectively used to teach Chemistry. Each group depicted a Chemistry topic in the form of a drama, making the learning experience more engaging and dynamic. A practical demonstration involved a balloon activity illustrating different geometrical shapes in line with the VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) theory.
The second half of the session focused on the code of conduct in the Chemistry lab, highlighting the importance of safety and ethical practices.
Dr Reetika Bhandari stressed the significance of correlating subject matter with everyday life, suggesting that a better understanding of Chemistry can be achieved through real-life connections and applications.
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