#01 | For students to enjoy the learning of Chemistry.
Enjoyment is a powerful catalyst for learning.
Approach:
- making concepts palatable (using analogies, mnemonics etc)
- introducing the lighter side of Chemistry
- showcasing the beauty of Chemistry
- highlighting Chemistry in everyday life (notice the pun!)
I heard Beyoncé's Single Ladies on the radio and I thought: yea, some things do get more stable when you put a ring on it!
Colours of Manganese.
Source: http://www.compoundchem.com/
#02 | For students to be able to conduct independent, effective and efficient learning.
Approach:
- highlighting thought processes and sequences in solving different types of problems, empowering them in extrapolation of knowledge (independence).
- conducting periodic reviews of study methods by asking the right questions to evaluate and refine approaches (effectiveness and efficiency).
Knowledge is having the right answers.
Intelligence is asking the right questions.
- Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours), 2006, National University of Singapore
- Masters of Science (Chemistry), 2007, National University of Singapore
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education, 2009, National Institute of Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Chemistry), 2017, National University of Singapore
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