Chemistry I

Chemistry plays an important role in the technological development of any country since it is embedded in everyday life. The study of Chemistry enables learners to be creative and innovative in society, promoting the application of Chemistry in industrial processes for value addition, beneficiation of natural resources and harnessing of available opportunities for entrepreneurship. The Chemistry syllabus enables learners to develop the following skills:

• Problem solving
• Critical thinking
• Decision making
• Conflict resolution
• Self-management
• Communication
• Psychomotor
• Leadership
• Enterprise
• Technology and innovation

Some of the learner centered and multi-sensory methodologies used in the teaching and learning of Chemistry are suggested below. The principles of team work, concreteness, totality, stimulation and self-activity should guide the teachers as they employ the suggested methods:
• models
• site visits
• research
• seminars
• discovery
• simulations
• discussions
• demonstrations|
• experimentation