Innovative practices in chemistry instruction in the case of developing countries of Africa: A review

Abstract

Chemistry education plays a critical role in fostering scientific literacy and promoting socioeconomic development. However, the challenges faced by educational systems in the developing regions of Africa, often hinder effective chemistry Instruction. This review aims to explore Innovative practices in chemistry instruction specifically to developing countries to Africa, with a focus on, Innovative practices in chemistry curriculum, Innovative practices in chemistry Instruction, and important considerations for improvising equipment and experiments because this is very significant part for Innovative Instruction. The review highlights the Innovative approaches, such as: Adjustment of Students, Student/Learner Centered Approach, Inductive Approach, Process Approach to Teaching, Student Motivation Approach, Socratic Approach, Problem-based Instruction, and Inquiry based Instruction. So, in using them properly, they are important to improve the quality of chemistry Instruction. [African Journal of Chemical Education—AJCE 14(2), May 2024]