A chemical hinterland knowledge curriculum (Rogers)

By Ben Rogers

Issue 178 | Page 12 | Published May 2023

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Ben Rogers suggests that play and physical experiences are vital for developing understanding of abstract concepts in chemistry.

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Learning through play

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